What is Psychological Safety w/ Diana Stepner

Welcome to the Product Weekend Podcast, hosted by João Moita. In this exciting Season 3, we are delving into the crucial topic of psychological safety in product teams. Today’s guest, Diana Stepner, brings a wealth of knowledge with over two decades of experience in product management across various sectors, including startups, enterprises, and non-profits. Diana’s career has been marked by her dedication to fostering safe and innovative work environments, making her a perfect fit for this season’s theme. In this episode, Diana shares her journey, insights, and practical strategies for creating psychologically safe spaces within product teams. From her extensive international experience to her current role as a leadership coach, Diana provides invaluable advice on how to encourage team members to speak up, embrace learning, and drive innovation. Her approach to psychological safety, emphasizing cross-functional contributions and continuous improvement, offers listeners actionable takeaways to implement in their own teams. Key Learnings: The importance of psychological safety in team dynamics. Techniques for fostering an inclusive and open team culture. Strategies for continuous improvement and learning within teams. The role of cultural nuances in creating psychologically safe environments. Practical methods to encourage team members to share ideas and mistakes without fear. Learn more about Product Weekend https://theproductweekend.com/ Subscribe to Diana's newsletter: https://dianastepner.substack.com/ Reach out to [email protected] if you want to learn more about the topic or want support for your team.