Psychological safety for exhausted managers starts with the leaders above them. Managers are asked to create safety for their teams while feeling little of it themselves, and tired people protect themselves first and filter what they report upward. Dr. Tim Clark and Tim Clark Jr. explain why exhaustion widens the gap between intention and behavior, and what leaders can do about it.
You’ll hear four practical moves: model the vulnerability you expect from managers, reward the manager who brings difficult information, keep candor and respect together, and acknowledge the cost of every new request. You’ll also get a five-second way to humanize yourself before a hard conversation.
What is The Leader Factor?
[Previously Culture by Design] The leader is the #1 factor in determining organizational success. If you want to become an effective leader, you have three objectives: First, learn to lead yourself. Then, learn how to unlock the full potential of your team. Finally, build a business where culture is your competitive advantage and innovation is the status quo.