Deanna Stanley

Psychological Safety improves the flow of value. A safe team is a more innovative team! All posts are my own, She/Her
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"Have Backbone; Disagree and Commit" sounds great.

But psychological safety asks the next question:

Who is actually allowed to disagree?

New Got PS? episode on Amazon's Leadership Principles:
https://t.co/ciIzh9gCMW

#LeadershipPrinciples #PsychologicalSafety #Culture #GotPS

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Got PS Podcast — Season 2, Episode 2 dives into why companies are dropping DEI programs and what that shift means for psychological safety in the workplace. Tough questions, expert insights, and real-world consequences. Listen now: [link] #PsychologicalSafety #DEI

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They keep things running when the pressure is high.They troubleshoot quietly, steady the team, and bring calm to the chaos.

Steady Hands aren’t flashy — they’re foundational.They hold the gears, tighten the bolts, and make sure progress doesn’t fall apart.

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They challenge assumptions.They sketch bold ideas on whiteboards, ask “what if,” and spark momentum when teams feel stuck.

Innovators aren’t just creative — they’re courageous.They take risks, invite feedback, and make space for possibility.
#Innovators #TeamCulture

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Let’s celebrate the teammates who hold emotional weight with grace — and make teams feel human, even in hard moments.
#EmpathyAnchors #PsychologicalSafety #TeamCulture #EmotionalIntelligence #InclusiveLeadership #CareInAction

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They notice when someone’s off.They check in quietly, offer a hand, and create space for others to breathe.

Empathy Anchors don’t fix everything — they don’t try to.They simply show up, listen deeply, and remind us we’re not alone.

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They speak up — not to criticize, but to clarify.They name the tension in the room, reflect what others are afraid to say, and hold up the mirror with care.

Truth Tellers don’t weaponize honesty. They humanize it.They make it safe to be real, even when it’s hard.

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This week I finish up with 4 other types of teammates.

Because culture isn’t built by one https://t.co/rnOb34uudf’s built by all of us, moment by moment.
#Gratitude #TeamCulture #PsychologicalSafety #InclusiveLeadership #CareInAction #ThankYourTeammates

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I’m grateful for every teammate who shows up with care.The ones who check in quietly, steady the ship, spark ideas, and hold space when it’s hard.

Last week I talked about Bridge Builders, Quiet Powerhouses, and Cheerleaders.

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We'll come back next week with more team members to celebrate! Join me then!

#PsychologicalSafety #TeamCulture #InclusiveLeadership #CareInAction #LeadershipInEveryRole

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They celebrate the wins — big and small.They shout out teammates, amplify quiet voices, and remind us that progress deserves praise.
Cheerleaders aren’t just loud. They’re intentional.They know that recognition builds momentum, and joy builds trust.

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They don’t chase applause. They chase clarity.
Quiet Powerhouses are the ones who hold the lightbulb while others cheer. They think deeply, act calmly, and bring steady brilliance to every challenge. You might not hear them first — but you’ll feel their impact in every solution.

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They don’t just build alignment. They build belonging.
Let’s celebrate the teammates who make collaboration feel human — and make progress possible.
#BridgeBuilders #PsychologicalSafety #TeamCulture #InclusiveLeadership #Collaboration #TrustInTeams

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They connect people across silos, roles, and differences — not with authority, but with trust.
Bridge Builders are the ones who say, “Let’s talk,” when tensions rise. They loop in the quiet voices, translate between teams, and make sure no one’s left out of the conversation.

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This series is a thank-you — to the bridge builders, truth tellers, empathy anchors, cheerleaders, and steady hands who make teams feel human.
Because culture isn’t built by one https://t.co/rnOb34uudf’s built by all of us, moment by moment.
#Gratitude #TeamCulture

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Small wins build trust.Small wins shape culture.Small wins deserve celebration.
This carousel is a call to notice, name, and honor the quiet victories that often go unseen — but never unfelt.

Which small win will you spotlight this week?

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“I gave myself permission to rest.”
Rest isn’t weakness. It’s wisdom.
In cultures that reward hustle, choosing to pause can feel radical. But it’s one of the most courageous acts of self-leadership.
Leaders: Model it. Normalize it. Protect it.

What helped you recharge this week?

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“I showed up for someone today.”
Peer support is one of the most powerful — and often invisible — forces in team culture.
Whether it’s a check-in, a shared laugh, or a quiet “I’ve got you,” these moments build trust.
Leaders: Don’t just look for performance. Look for presence.

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“I finished the task I was avoiding.”
That’s not procrastination ending — that’s courage showing up.
We often dismiss these moments. But they’re powerful indicators of resilience, emotional regulation, and self-leadership.
Leaders: Celebrate the effort, not just the outcome.

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“I kept going.”
Not every win is loud.
Some are quiet, steady, and deeply personal.
Persistence deserves recognition — especially when the work is invisible, emotional, or slow.
Leaders: Don’t wait for 100%. Celebrate the 80.

Who kept going this week, even when it was hard?