How to stop "idea bullying" at work
Free-for-all conversations can be a breeding ground for what author Jonah Sachs calls “idea bullying,” giving vocal participants permission to silence quieter group members and stifle overall creative potential. But research from UC Berkeley suggests that when groups lay down rules — such as committing to political correctness — instead of stymying the flow of ideas, it creates a safe environment that frees all participants to share.