Driving Fear Out of the Workplace: Creating the High-Trust, High-Performance Organization

Kathleen D. Ryan Daniel K. Oestreich

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Restore Creativity and Trust to Your Workplace Much has changed since Driving Fear Out of the Workplace first made the undiscussable discussable back in 1991. Advances in technology, new employee/employer relations, and the corporate push to optimize intellectual capital have introduced a host of new workplace anxieties that, left unaddressed, can seriously inhibit individual performance and cripple a company's ability to compete.

Which is why, in this revised edition, authors Ryan and Oestreich revisit their original, best-selling work to confront the fears that permeate today's organizations-so that they can become the high-trust, high-performance organizations of tomorrow. This insightful book digs deeply into the root causes of fear and the pervasive 'flu of mistrust' that weakens motivation and commitment. -Terrence E. Deal and M. K. Key, authors of Corporate Celebration: Play, Purpose, and Passion at Work You'll discover: How fear prevents people from doing their best How fear operates in organizations How to build business relationships without fear...and much more! This work is a timely antidote to the insecurities of workers faced with the pervasive push toward leaner, meaner organizations.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Building Trust: Discusses the significance of trust in fostering a positive workplace culture where employees feel secure, valued, and empowered.

  2. Open Communication: Emphasizes the importance of open and transparent communication among team members and leadership to mitigate fear and build trust.

  3. Psychological Safety: Addresses the need for creating a psychologically safe environment where employees feel comfortable sharing ideas, taking risks, and making mistakes without fear of reprisal.

  4. Leadership and Trust: Explores the role of leadership in establishing trust, setting the tone for the organizational culture, and cultivating trust-based relationships.

  5. Empowerment and Autonomy: Discusses the benefits of empowering employees and providing autonomy in decision-making to enhance motivation and performance.

  6. Conflict Resolution: Covers strategies for handling conflicts constructively and openly, fostering an environment where disagreements are addressed without fear.

  7. Accountability and Responsibility: Discusses the importance of accountability and individual responsibility in creating a high-performance culture based on trust.

  8. Learning and Growth: Emphasizes continuous learning, feedback mechanisms, and growth opportunities as integral components of a high-trust workplace.

  9. Resilience and Adaptability: Explores the resilience of high-trust organizations in adapting to change and navigating challenges more effectively.

  10. Impact on Performance: Addresses how a culture of trust positively influences overall organizational performance, innovation, and employee engagement.

Language English
ISBN-10 0787939684
ISBN-13 978-0787939687
No of pages 325
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Jossey-Bass
Published Date 03 Apr 1998

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