David Burkus: Building Psychological Safety and High-Performing Teams

Conversations with Keita Demming

Discover the keys to mastering business and personal growth with renowned organizational psychologist and best-selling author, David Burkus. In our discussion, we delve into team dynamics, where David's expertise sheds light on creating shared understanding, bridging individual roles, and fostering collective intelligence.

Dr. David Burkus is not only a skilled researcher but also an inspiring communicator, known for his five award-winning books on business and leadership, translated into numerous languages. Since 2017, he has consistently ranked among the world's top business thought leaders, with his insights featured in prestigious publications like the Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, and The New York Times.

Key Takeaways:

1. Practical Applications: David breaks down social science insights into actionable strategies, offering tools for tangible success.
2. Empathy and Decision-making: Explore how empathy influences decision-making and personal growth. David emphasizes the transformative power of empathy in leadership.
3. Psychological Safety: Discover why cultivating trust and respect within teams is pivotal. David shares strategies for fostering open communication and a positive team culture.

Tune in to unlock your team's full potential and embark on a journey of growth and success.

David Burkus links:

• Website: https://davidburkus.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drdavidburkus
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidburkus/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DavidBurkus
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidburkus
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidburkus/

Hi, I'm your podcast host Keita Demming: Author, Advisor, Thought Partner & Coach.
I'm an award-winning educator and coach with a PhD in Adult Education and Workplace Learning who works to transform companies into places that are idea-driven and people-centered.

At The Covenant Group, I design training programs and coach entrepreneurs and business leaders to meet their strategic goals and build their businesses.
In my book, Strategy to Action: Run Your Business Without It Running You, I introduce an effective and straightforward tool to elevate your skills as a business professional and navigate the corporate world. The book offers practical insights on transforming strategies into tangible results.
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Hoofdstukken

1. Business and Personal Growth With David Burkus (00:00:00)

2. Leadership, Authenticity, and Psychological Safety (00:10:55)

3. Team Culture and Psychological Safety (00:16:23)

4. Psychological Safety in Society (00:27:29)