Creating Psychological Safety Through HR Leadership with Dr. Bill Howatt

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Psychological safety is often discussed but rarely understood as a performance driver. Too often, it's treated like a value statement or one-time training session. In this episode, Dr. Bill Howatt joins Karina Young to discuss why that approach falls short and what needs to be done to make psychological safety measurable. Bill, Chief Mental Health Officer and Founder of Howatt Human Resources Consulting Inc., shares what most leaders miss about emotional well-being at work and how to equip managers with habits that stick. He and Karina also explore how conflict can strengthen teams, the problem with overcomplicated programs, and why less is more when it comes to learning. With clear advice on framing these conversations for executive buy-in, Bill helps HR leaders move from check-the-box efforts to culture-shaping strategy. For anyone tasked with building safer, stronger teams, this episode is a practical look at what matters most: how people feel. Join us as we discuss: (00:00) Meet HR Superstar: Dr.

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