OrgDev with Distinction Organisation Development Pro Tips for Improving Performance - Part 1 - OrgDev Episode 88
Jan 9, 2026
This highlights episode dives into the evolving role of HR, emphasizing market success over traditional tasks. A guest stresses the importance of CEO involvement in shaping company culture. The 'great rejection' phenomenon links mismatched recruitment promises with high turnover rates. Proactive coaching for leaders encourages open discussions, while building psychological safety starts with self-awareness. The shift towards meaningful work is highlighted, along with the risks of AI bias in decision-making. Insightful tips on emotional awareness in teams round out this engaging discussion.
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Pressure Created Widespread Fraud
- At Wells Fargo, intense pressure produced mass unethical behaviour across sales teams rather than isolated bad actors.
- The environment drove employees to commit fraud to survive unrealistic goals and humiliation.
Build Psychological Safety Through Inner Work
- Learn what psychological safety really means and commit to personal inner work first.
- Bring teams together to discuss authentic selves and run facilitated conversations to surface shared experiences.
Use Psychological Courage To Act
- Practice psychological courage: act despite imposter feelings and update your self-view after successes.
- Accept uncertainty and speak up, then internalize positive outcomes to change your mindset.
