Introduction: Why Anonymity Isn’t Optional When we think about psychological safety, we often imagine teams openly sharing ideas, leaders inviting dissent, and colleagues having the courage to speak up. But the foundation of that trust is fragile—especially in environments where relationships and...

The economic downturn of the early 2000s, coupled with the tech bubble and widespread mortgage crisis, marked a time of immense uncertainty for many of us. Jobs were scarce, and financial security seemed like an impossible dream for those hit hardest by the fallout. During this period, I found my...

Why I Believe in Communities of Practice I’ve always valued Communities of Practice (CoPs). They offer space to connect, reflect, learn, teach, and exchange ideas with others in similar roles. In most organizations I’ve joined, I’ve often been the one to start or revive a CoP—even when others sho...

There’s a silent shift happening in today’s workforce: loyalty is evaporating. Companies talk about “teamwork” and “values,” yet contractors are brought in as buffers, not collaborators. Employees no longer trust organizations, and in turn, organizations design systems that treat everyone—from FT...