506 :: Why "Psychological Safety" Is Overrated—And How Dead Poets Society, Enron & a Pair of Construction Legends Changed My View on Leadership

Two quick questions:

1.      Do you value independent thinking—from yourself and your team?

2.      How do you create space for it on your team?

Most construction leaders say they value open dialogue, critical thinking, and intelligent, amicable debate . . . yet many unwittingly shut it down.

In this episode, host Bradley Hartmann uncovers the hidden habits that silence your team, the myth of “making people feel safe,” and how to rethink your leadership to drive better decisions on the jobsite and in the boardroom.

In this episode you’ll:

·       Learn why independent thinking isn’t about being contrarian—and why your team might be holding back.

·       Discover the subtle ways leaders kill creativity (even when trying to be supportive).

·       Examine the new talent on your team and question the risk of potential “organ rejection”

·       Walk away with simple changes to your next meeting that will encourage better input, challenge assumptions, and improve outcomes.

Listen now to discover how to lead with clarity, create space for real thinking, and build a team that speaks up when it matters most.

At Bradley Hartmann & Company, we help construction teams improve sales, leadership,  and communication by reducing miscommunication, strengthening teamwork, and bridging language gaps between English and Spanish speakers. To learn more about our product offerings, visit bradleyhartmannandco.com.

The Construction Leadership Podcast dives into essential leadership topics in construction, including strategy, emotional intelligence, communication skills, confidence, innovation, and effective decision-making. You’ll also gain insights into delegation, cultural intelligence, goal setting, team building, employee engagement, and how to overcome common culture problems—whether you’re leading a crew or managing an entire organization.

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This episode is brought to you by The Construction Spanish Toolbox —the most practical way for construction teams to learn jobsite-ready Spanish in just minutes a day over 6 months.