Upskilling organizations in Meta-Innovation like Shell, Rolls Royce, Governments and Communities to thrive by implementing Psychological Safety
John Rainford FRSA FTLS
Innovation Architect >Systems Leadership, Meta-Innovation, Technology, Wellness, Prosperity >EQ AI ????>Neuroscience >Scenario Planning >EY Winning Mentor for Global Entrepreneurs >Science, Education, Health & Wellbeing.
The Meta-Innovation Matrix is redefining Innovation beyond resource Constraints - Changing the DNA of Innovation for the past 20 years.
I was asked to join a panel on the importance of Psychological safety. My innovation consultancy work at Shell, ABB and Rolls Royce including technology start-ups was entirely relevant because without an environment that welcomed and supported innovation - it is just not possible to innovate. We worked with Shell colleagues around the Globe from different ethnic backgrounds and cultures. There has to be a degree of genuine interaction and respect that would transcend any formal or informal barriers across cultures. Our task was to make this innovation happen, and the reality was a huge success.
What is Psychological Safety?
By targeted integration - it means that individuals feel they can speak up, express ideas, admit mistakes, or ask for help without fearing negative consequences like punishment, ridicule, or rejection. Organizations and Governments that prioritize psychological safety see higher performance metrics, improved stakeholder satisfaction, and a strong, positive culture that attracts top talent. Psychological safety is the cornerstone of a healthy, innovative, and prosperous workplace. It enables teams to communicate openly, take risks, and learn from mistakes, creating an environment where people can thrive and perform at their best.
"Our teams have made powerful decisions using the empowering and empathic Meta-Innovation Matrix process." Tim Nichol, Pro-vice Chancellor. Liverpool John Moores University.
Prior Emotional Intelligence - for Shell and Rolls Royce
At the very beginning, before any form of discussion took place - we wanted emotional intelligence and systems thinking to play a crucial role. This was a topic that invigorated the participants because it enhanced their communication and interpersonal skills. From there we could take the organization to a higher level of collaboration.
When does Innovation happen?
Ok, Innovation doesn't happen in isolation or without psychological safety, but it does happen with organizations that support a diverse and inclusive culture.- that is the conclusion made by neuroscientists who helped us bring together a psychologically safe environment for organizations in the Private and the Public Sector. More recently governments have welcomed an inclusive psychological well-being culture.
Empathic Leadership
There is a disconnect between what one considers true health, education and well-being in the workplace - and the reality itself. Empathic leadership can and does lead to an aspirational environment that is conducive to well-being, transparency and cordial relationships.
Well-Being and Safety?
The implications of not inducing psychological safety are far-reaching and impact innovation, profitability as well as organizational dynamics. Investing in the well-being of the next generation is not just a moral obligation but a strategic move to secure a prosperous and harmonious future for all people everywhere. By treating children with compassion and wisdom, we lay the foundation for a healthier, more innovative, and more equitable world. This, in turn, ensures the survival and advancement of humanity, creating a legacy of care and stewardship for generations to come. Why not?
Psychological Safety - The Missing Link - Waking up
Lack of psychological safety contributes to stress. This can lead to decreased job satisfaction and increased turnover. Healthcare faces unique challenges in balancing safety protocols with patient-centered care. Creating psychological safety in the workplace parallels the nurturing of the workforce and reduces burnout. By fostering an environment of trust, open communication, and support, organizations can enhance innovation, team performance, employee engagement, and overall well-being. This approach not only benefits the individuals within the organization but also contributes to a more dynamic, resilient, and successful workplace.
Culture is key
It is only by emulating a trusting culture and nurturing environment that we can make the future a more promising place to live and work.
Psychological safety is crucial for personal and company growth.
We have delivered successful Scenario Planning using a Systems Thinking approach for organizations such as Shell, ABB and Rolls Royce. Other notable organizations using these processes include General Electric, the Singapore Government, NASA, Unilever, Harvard Business School and the University of Birmingham Business School on my MBA Innovation?and Entrepreneurship course. The key to a successful conclusion in personal and organisational development is in preparing the groundwork for Psychological Safety, Emotional Intelligence and Systems Thinking.
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We are currently working with the Sharjah Government to bring about change and Innovation using these well-being and systems thinking, emotional intelligence, psychological safety and empathic processes.
We are working with moonshotechs.com to bring about a transformation of global education, health and well-being for the next generation.
The School of Humanities, https://sofhumanity.com/
The Human Health and Education Foundation hherf.org
All our work allies with United Nations protocols that wish to create a more equitable future with enhanced skills to create a better world for future generations.
We work with learnwithleaders.com who are building skillsets with young people around the world.
The Vanguard Voices Speak Up Summit...for psychological safety - the panel I was invited to.
"The Innovation Matrix process helped enormously with our Ambitious Business Challenges and the launch of Shell Global Solutions, the process is genius in that it unravels and provokes new solutions," Dr Allan Samuel. Shell Global Solutions.
“It’s a most powerful process that could help our young people out of poverty and ignorance and so create a better world.” Sir Tim Smit, Founder and Creator of the Eden Project
"John ran our Entrepreneurship MBA course. His Innovation for Competitive Advantage course was mandatory for All of our MBA students, John gave an excellent presentation at the Global Entrepreneurship Summit." Jonathan Michie, Director, the University of Birmingham Business School. Currently Professor of Innovation & Knowledge Exchange at the University of Oxford.
John is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, Fellow of the Lunar Society and Fellow of the Information Physics Institute UK and a member of the Quantum Physics Hub UK and the International Science Council.
John works with Upskilling, Employability and Entrepreneurial skills for Governments and Youth organizations worldwide. In the UK, they are the Young Foundation, Young Enterprise and Community Well-being and Confidence initiatives. He is an Innovation and Enterprise Judge for LearnwithLeaders.com - assessing applications from 20,000 schools from over 90 countries. Each winner receives a prize of $10,000 each.
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If anyone doubts the importance of Emotional Intelligence in producing successful organizations check out this amazing video about the charismatic Elon Musk....
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1 周Loved spotting this today John. There hasn't been a time when we have needed this more. All of the research shows us that empathy builds and grows teams and is never a hindrance. In fact organisations with higher empathy and understanding for their teams experience 23% higher profit and 17% higher effectiveness. In the end, our teams are made up of people and if we don't understand them, how do we ever expect to lead them?
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1 周That's great
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1 周I agree, work environments that provide psychological safety, encourages a thriving workforce. It’s a win - win for both the employer and employees. John Rainford FRSA FTLS, great share!
Innovation Architect >Systems Leadership, Meta-Innovation, Technology, Wellness, Prosperity >EQ AI ????>Neuroscience >Scenario Planning >EY Winning Mentor for Global Entrepreneurs >Science, Education, Health & Wellbeing.
1 周Advanced Governments understand the importance of Systems Thinking and Emotional Intelligence alongside Psychological Safety and are now following Leaders in the Private Sector like Space X, and Shell.
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1 周Best of Luck ??