Protea Weekly Episode 34 Speak Up!

Protea Weekly – Episode 34 – Speak up!

In this episode, Zane Stevens discusses the importance of speaking up when struggling and creating a supportive environment in the workplace. He emphasizes that speaking up is not a sign of weakness and encourages leaders to set the tone, actively listen, provide resources, have regular check-ins, encourage peer support, and normalize vulnerability. By creating a safe and supportive environment, teams can collaborate better, build trust, and improve overall mental health.

Zane concludes by urging listeners to normalize talking up and asking for help, as it leads to better well-being and happiness.

Takeaways

– Speaking up when struggling is important and not a sign of weakness.

– Leaders should set the tone, actively listen, and provide resources to create a supportive environment.

– Regular check-ins and peer support can improve collaboration and mental health.

– Normalize talking up and asking for help to promote well-being and happiness.

Sound Bites

“Speaking up is important. It will make a difference.”

“A safe environment leads to better team collaboration.”

“Encourage peer support to create a trusting and transparent environment.”

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Speaking Up

05:36 Creating a Supportive Workplace

08:01 Strategies for Building a Safe Environment

17:14 Normalizing Vulnerability and Asking for Help