{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Building psychological safety in nonprofit organizations with Michael Randel","description":"In episode 128 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Michael Randel joins Carol to explore how psychological safety\u2014often dismissed as a \u201csoft\u201d concept\u2014plays a critical role in nonprofit team performance, learning, and innovation.  They discuss:  The connection between organizational readiness and the deeper human dynamics that shape effective leadership and collaboration.  What psychological safety looks like in action,  Why it\u2019s vital in today\u2019s polarized climate, How nonprofit leaders can foster inclusive, high-trust environments where people feel safe to speak up, take risks, and learn from mistakes.   Episode highlights: [00:08:55] \ud83d\udd0d What is Psychological Safety? [00:12:05] \ud83d\udcc9 The Cost of Silence [00:15:05] \ud83d\udcca How Do You Know It\u2019s There? [00:17:55] \ud83e\udde0 Insights from Surgery Rooms [00:21:05] \ud83e\udd1d Belonging Happens in the Small Moments [00:23:55] \ud83d\udee0\ufe0f The Five Practices of Psychological Safety [00:28:55] \ud83d\udc42 More Than Lip Service [00:32:55] \ud83d\udd01 Inclusive Rituals in Action [00:37:55] \ud83e\udde9 Are Leadership Teams Actually Teams? [00:40:55] \ud83d\udcc8 Safety and Accountability Aren\u2019t Opposites [00:42:55] \u2753 Two Powerful Questions for Leaders Guest Bio: Michael Randel helps leaders and their teams move through Change and Growth with Calm and Confidence. He developed the RCA Seasons of GrowthTM framework to help people understand and move through the three common phases of change. This allows leaders to navigate the challenges of change and bring about transformational results. With 30 years of experience, Michael works with philanthropic foundations, nonprofit organizations, corporations, and public sector agencies to help them navigate change with success and poise with his expertise in organizational change. The influence and impact of Michael\u2019s work has been recognized with multiple global awards, and his clients include Amnesty International, AstraZeneca, NASA, United Nations, and the World Bank. Important Links and Resources: Michael Randel Randel Consulting Associates RCA Resources RCA Resources for Psychological Safety RCA Solutions Amy C. Edmonson The Fearless Organization by Amy Edmonson   Be in Touch: \u2709\ufe0f Subscribe to Carol\u2019s newsletter at Grace Social Sector Consulting and receive the Common Mistakes Nonprofits Make In Strategic Planning And How To Avoid Them \ud83d\udcdaFind the books referred to on Nonprofit Mission: Impact \ud83d\udc65 Like what you heard? Please share the podcast with a colleague or friend \ud83d\udce4\ud83d\udc65 \ud83c\udf1f Help more people learn about Nonprofit Mission: Impact by leaving a rating & review. \ud83d\ude00 Connect with Carol Hamilton \u27a1\ufe0f LinkedIn ","author_name":"Nonprofit Mission: Impact","author_url":"https:\/\/gracesocialsector.com\/missionimpact","html":"