Psychological safety: Why the best teams dare to be vulnerable.
02/20/2026
The silent killer of innovation and collaboration. Does this sound familiar? A meeting where everyone nods, but no one really disagrees. A team that appears harmonious on the outside, but hardly generates any new ideas. People have concerns, but they don't voice them. This is precisely where psychological safety is lacking.
About the author:
Franziska Meyer is the founder and managing director of PeopleO, a consulting agency for cultural and organizational development based in Berlin. As a business psychologist (M.Sc.), organizational developer, mediator, and coach, she and her team support companies and HR departments in creating an appreciative, clear, and sustainable corporate culture.