Creating psychologically safe work environments with Megan Rees

ATD NYC Unlocked

“At the end of the day, if you have a CEO that's not modeling accountability and transparency, and is not placing an emphasis on learning from mistakes…then there's almost nothing a genius L&D person can do.” - Megan Rees

Most of us have heard horror stories of toxic workplace environments. Whether it is a first- or second-hand experience, we know that such situations leave a lasting impression on a person. In today’s episode, we have Megan Rees, a coach and therapist who emphasizes the importance of psychological safety in the workplace. She believes in creating an environment where individuals are not afraid to fail, take creative risks, and voice concerns. She shares her insights on leadership and inclusion, dealing with job loss, handling toxic workplaces and L&D's role in creating an inclusive environment. Join us to explore the topic of psychological safety in this episode.

Here’s how you can connect with Megan:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/meganlrees

Instagram: @work_shrink

Website: https://meganlrees.com

Here’s where to find your hosts:

Marina Field: linkedin.com/in/marinafield

Samantha Peller: linkedin.com/in/samantha-peller

Here's where to find our Administrative/Marketing Coordinator:

Tanaya Pandeya: linkedin.com/in/tanayapandeya

Here where to find our Guest Host/Assistant Audio Engineer:

Irini Gaglos: linkedin.com/in/irinigaglos

If you have a talent development tip you would like to share we’d love to hear it. Please send us an email at [e-mail] with the subject line UNLOCKED. Visit https://atdnyc.org for more info on the NYC chapter of the Association of Talent and Development.