1411: This is How to Repair a Toxic Work Culture by Nir Eyal of NirAndFar on Employee Management

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Episode 1411:

Nir Eyal explores how fostering psychological safety and allowing predictable time off can transform a toxic work culture. Through the story of BCG's experiment, Eyal illustrates how open dialogue and team collaboration lead to increased job satisfaction, better retention, and a healthier workplace environment.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/toxic-work-culture/

Quotes to ponder:

"There was no taboo. You could talk about anything."

"Individuals on teams with higher psychological safety are less likely to leave Google and they’re rated as effective twice as often by executives."

"Psychological safety is the antidote to unhealthy work environments and a toxic work culture."

Episode references:

Amy Edmondson's TEDx talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhoLuui9gX8

The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808

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