Psychological Safety in Agriculture: Challenger Safety
Challenger safety is essential for innovation, continuous improvement, and creating a workplace where open and respectful dialogue takes place.
Challenger safety is essential for innovation, continuous improvement, and creating a workplace where open and respectful dialogue takes place.
Being part of a team and contributing to something larger than oneself, naturally creates a desire to be heard and to add value. Contributor safety ensures that individuals feel supported as they bring their unique skills and perspectives to the table.
Farm business managers must create opportunities for learning and professional development among their teams in order for their operation to succeed in a competitive agricultural sector.
Inclusion safety forms the foundation of psychological safety by ensuring individuals feel accepted and respected. When employees feel or are excluded, motivation and engagement drop while turnover rates soar.
Psychological safety is a critical foundation for team success. Learn ways to build trust; encourage learning; and create, maintain, and build high-performance teams in your farm business.