The SpatzAI Intervention App and Platform Our latest pivot is as follows; We believe that we can integrate SpatzAI as a behavior-failure, AI intervention plugin within the standard psychological safety model and think it presents a compelling and innovative add-on to managing team dynamics. BEHAVIOR FAILURE: Our concept acknowledges a critical reality in team interactions:... Continue Reading →
Psychological Stupidity
How stupid is this? In team psychology, we all want team members and managers to speak up more, right? We all realize that what prevents us from speaking up with controversial or dissenting views is the possibility of being browbeaten with unfair naysaying, and inevitably, a conflict arises. But instead of creating a simple intervention... Continue Reading →
Psychological Safety in Teams: The SpatzAI Approach vs the Traditional Model
In exploring the purpose of psychological safety within teams, we think it is crucial to shift the focus from WHAT it is or is not, to WHY it is necessary and how it can be effectively implemented. Psychological safety is not just a buzzword, (although that seems to be what it has become)....
Right Kind of Wrong Part II: Failure to Behave
While we readily discuss the constructive aspects of failing in tasks or projects, there's a significant area often left unexamined - failing to behave appropriately within a team. This oversight can lead to a detrimental impact on team dynamics and overall organizational health.
What is Psychological Safety? Vs How is it Achieved?
In stead of asking; "what is psychological safety?", maybe a better question to ask, so as to understand it better would be; "how is psychological safety achieved?" “Psychological safety is an atmosphere where one can take chances……….without fear and with sufficient protection.” EDGAR SCHEIN & WARREN BENNIS 1965 – PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY – WIKIPEDIA
SpatzAI and the Art of Painless Conflict Resolution in Teams
No one particularly enjoys conflict, akin to the fear many feel towards a dentist's visit. However, both are inevitable elements in our life and work. We believe the ideal approach shouldn't be about avoiding workplace conflict but making its resolution as painless and constructive as possible.
Enhancing Psychological Safety in Teams, Spat by Spat: A Practical Approach
In the dynamic landscape of team collaboration, the concept of 'psychological safety' has emerged as a cornerstone for productive and innovative team dynamics. However, transforming this concept or belief into a tangible reality within teams requires more than just 'fostering' a 'safe environment' through rhetoric, cliches and platitudes.
Proactive Conflict Resolution: Empowering Teams with SpatzAI
In today's fast-paced and collaborative work environments, conflicts and disputes are bound to arise. Traditional conflict resolution models often focus on post-conflict intervention, leaving issues to escalate and negatively impact teamwork and productivity.
Tit for Spat: How Reacting in Kind Fuels Workplace Team Micro-conflicts
In the world of workplace dynamics, conflicts often start small, like sparks before a fire. These minor disagreements and irritations, known as spats, can have a tendency to escalate, sometimes even turning into full-blown conflicts. But why does this happen, and how can we prevent it?
Amy Edmondson’s Take on Addressing Insults: Reframing vs. Speaking Up
Amy Edmondson - premier exponent of psychological safety Part transcript from the Chas Jarvis podcast"Why we need to talk about failure with Amy Edmondson" In a recent interview with Chas Jarvis (September 6, 2023) Amy Edmondson recommends how we should avoid potential conflict in teams. Amy Edmondson:"Someone says something in a meeting that you instantly... Continue Reading →
