The Leadership Field Guide · 2026-07-01 · 8 min
In this episode we explore why the presence - or sudden absence - of laughter in a team can be the most reliable indicator of psychological safety and engagement. In real workplaces, humor isn’t merely a break from the grind; it’s an early warning system that tells leaders whether employees feel safe to speak up. This episode is for managers and leaders who notice their team’s laughter has gone silent and wonder if something deeper is wrong. If you’re juggling performance metrics, compliance culture, and the subtle art of keeping people engaged, this law will show you what to listen for.
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