Amy Edmondson

A small nugget from my conversation with the folks at @workhuman.bsky.social

Building a truly fearless org requires work at all levels. Education, leadership messaging, and feedback are great ways to start!

#PsychologicalSafety #Leadership

2nd place can feel disastrous, but the sting of “almost” is less a verdict on your potential than an invitation to hone it

My new article in @fastcompany.com, written w/ Dr Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, is all about how near misses can teach us more than successes:

www.fastcompany.com/91345595/the...

I'm joining Stephen M. R. Covey & Liz Wiseman on June 16 @ 1 PM EST to discuss the current challenges leaders are facing + strategies for creating effective change amidst uncertainty & disruption

I hope to see you there! Register:

www.franklincovey.com/events/webca...

Sometimes failure can be a gift.

Failing a calculus exam in college was caused by my inadequate studying. But it forced me to ask myself hard questions about the work I truly loved—and that which I was likely doing to please others.

In what ways has #failure shown up as a gift in your life?

We can't erase human error, but we can aim for zero harm

Complex failures—ones caused by an accumulation of many little things—require multiple layers of defense to combat

Learning from past failures, welcoming false alarms, & building #PsychologicalSafety are great ways to start

📕 bit.ly/RKWBook

Are you operating in a healthy #failure culture?

Organizations and teams that have #PsychologicalSafety will hear more negatives—not because they are less capable—but because they feel comfortable speaking up about problems, concerns, & questions

So, did your team score more 🟩 or 🟥?

I call "failing well" a science for a reason…because it's much more than a catchy term

#FailingWell describes the systematic approach to understanding failure: how we think about, talk about, & learn from them

It takes practice & dedication to fail well, but these 5 practices can help you start!

ATD International Conference & EXPO The ATD 2025 International Conference & EXPO is the world's largest, most comprehensive event for talent development and learning professionals.

I'll also be speaking at #ATD25 in May. If you're planning to attend, come say hello: atdconference.td.org

The act of learning is a conscious one.

Be curious, ask questions, & challenge your existing beliefs. It's the only way to grow beyond the status quo and progress—as individuals, communities, and society as a whole

Listen:
talentdevelopmentleaderpodcast.libsyn.com/embracing-in...

It's all too common to interpret failures as painful evidence that we're not good enough.

But a learning frame is not only healthier, it’s more rational, more motivating, & more in tune with the uncertainty and constant challenges found in any life or job.

More in #RightKindOfWrong📕 bit.ly/RKWBook

LIT Videobooks LIT Videobooks creates and distributes bestselling nonfiction books in a new groundbreaking video format. Produced by an Emmy award-winning team, videobooks make it easier to learn, retain information...

You can also explore the full LIT library with 2 weeks of complimentary access of LIT for Teams. Just fill out the form and mention “Fearless”: litvideobooks.com/lit-for-teams

The Fearless Organization has launched as a videobook on LIT!

In just 37 minutes, you'll get practical insights on how to create #PsychologicalSafety & high-performing teams.

Creating this was a wonderful experience...I'm thrilled to have it out in the world!

🎥 litvideobooks.com/the-fearless...

LIT Videobooks LIT Videobooks creates and distributes bestselling nonfiction books in a new groundbreaking video format. Produced by an Emmy award-winning team, videobooks make it easier to learn, retain information...

If you would like to explore the LIT for Teams library ahead of launch, fill out this form and mention "Fearless" for two weeks of free access: litvideobooks.com/lit-for-teams

Too often, great ideas go unheard, mistakes go unspoken, & teams hold back instead of speaking up

That's why I'm thrilled to share #TheFearlessOrganization is coming to LIT, transforming key insights from my book into a dynamic videobook designed for busy leaders

Here's a sneak peek before 03/18!

When we experiment, we hope our hypotheses are right. But we must act to know for sure.

You might be experimenting with a new hairstyle rather than a chemical to separate RNA, but there is no substitute for action!

More in #RightKindOfWrong 📕 bit.ly/RKWBook

The first time you try something new—and several times after that—you won't achieve mastery. If you do, perhaps it's time to call Guinness World Records!

Instead, focus on the satisfaction of improving and celebrate your progress as you learn 👏👏👏

More in #RightKindOfWrong: bit.ly/RKWBook

...and when we put that acceptance to use in learning & improving!

The most successful teams openly discuss the chance that things will go wrong. This nurtures the #PsychologicalSafety you need for people to speak up quickly, & that's what #FailingWell is all about

#RightKindOfWrong bit.ly/RKWBook

This will be a fun one! I'm interviewing Rick Williams about his new book, Create the Future, at the Harvard Club in Boston on Feb 25

We'll discuss how to make better decisions & navigate uncertainty…the event is open to all, so I hope too see you there

Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/create-the...

I'm a huge fan of the work @burkeoptimist.bsky.social does to encourage (and accomplish!) a hopeful vision for our future

We could all use a little more hope right now, so getting the opportunity to appear on their Blue Sky podcast was an honor

Listen🎙 www.theoptimisminstitute.com/episodes/amy...

Why is learning from #failure so difficult?

Our natural motivation to protect our self-image & avoid shame makes it hard to confront our failures constructively.

The good news? This skill can be improved with practice.

Next time you experience failure, ask: What's 1 new thing I learned from this?

While it's true face-to-face time is essential for fostering #PsychologicalSafety, strict RTO mandates (which often breed distrust) are not the solution

Instead, we should inspire workers to return to the office on their own terms

New article in @forbes.com: www.forbes.com/sites/ryanan...

Right Kind of Wrong Winner of the Financial Times and Schroders Business Book of the Year 2023 A Behavioral Scientist Notable Book of 2023 A revolutionary guide that w...

With these criteria in mind, anyone can try something out and feel good about the results even when they fall short of a hoped-for success

For more on #IntelligentFailure, grab a copy of #RightKindOfWrong 📕 bit.ly/RKWBook

What makes a #failure intelligent? Here are my four key attributes:

1. Takes place in new territory
2. Working toward a clear, desired goal
3. Informed by available knowledge
4. No larger than necessary

(A bonus attribute is that the failure's lessons are learned and used to guide next steps.)

As I say often, failures are investments we've already paid for. Growth comes from making the most of these investments: learning what we can, pivoting when needed, & taking smart steps forward

🎙️Listen to my Finding Mastery podcast episode for more!
findingmastery.com/podcasts/amy...

I am so honored my talk could give you some strength...we all feel lost at times, but those moments will not last forever. Never forget your resilience and power @cheonsa14.bsky.social

Right Kind of Wrong Winner of the Financial Times and Schroders Business Book of the Year 2023 A Behavioral Scientist Notable Book of 2023 A revolutionary guide that w...

📕 More tips on #FailingWell in my book #RightKindOfWrong: bit.ly/RKWBook

You're not alone if #failure makes you feel disappointed or embarrassed. But instead of pushing those feelings away, push yourself to be curious!

Learning from failure is necessary to reap its benefits. Confront the facts rationally. Stop & think about what went wrong so as to inform your next step

For anyone looking to improve their #leadership skills or prioritize personal growth in the new year, I'll be joining Heather Younger for a webinar on January 28th at 1 PM EST

We'll discuss her new book The Art of Self-Leadership (out February 11th) & host a live Q&A!

Register now: bit.ly/4haOKMo

Right Kind of Wrong Winner of the Financial Times and Schroders Business Book of the Year 2023 A Behavioral Scientist Notable Book of 2023 A revolutionary guide that w...

📕 More on this in chapter 8 of #RightKindOfWrong, "Thriving as a Fallible Human Being": bit.ly/RKWBook

In order for teams & orgs to benefit from intelligent failures, you need to share them openly

When an #IntelligentFailure goes undiscussed, others may repeat the same experiment. The result? Inefficiency

Sharing failures helps encourage innovation, cultivate closer relationships, & combat shame