How to Use This Page

Use this page to learn about the different components and stages of psychological safety, which is a crucial foundation of empowered cross-functional teams.

Agile Handbook Reference

https://guide.techfleet.org/agile-portal/agile-handbook/agile-teamwork/making-strong-agile-teams/prioritizing-growth-over-skills
https://guide.techfleet.org/agile-portal/agile-handbook/agile-teamwork/making-strong-agile-teams/the-four-stages-of-team-growth
https://guide.techfleet.org/agile-portal/agile-handbook/agile-teamwork/making-strong-agile-teams/self-actualized-agile-teams/building-agile-mindsets
https://guide.techfleet.org/agile-portal/agile-handbook/agile-teamwork/making-strong-agile-teams/self-actualized-agile-teams/psychological-safety
https://guide.techfleet.org/agile-portal/agile-handbook/agile-teamwork/making-strong-agile-teams/self-actualized-agile-teams/service-leadership
https://guide.techfleet.org/agile-portal/agile-handbook/agile-teamwork/making-strong-agile-teams/self-actualized-agile-teams/self-organization
https://guide.techfleet.org/agile-portal/agile-handbook/agile-teamwork/making-strong-agile-teams/self-actualized-agile-teams/continuous-improvement

Figjam Link

https://www.figma.com/board/WijtgpnOMrQvN33ZLDbXTW/Summer-2025-Agile-Coaching-Residency---Agile-Workshops?node-id=2824-20459&t=eyFxToYqNGfnSHlh-1

Foundational Trust, Conflict, Commitment, Accountability, and Results

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75bO_XWk7fw

Building Strong Agile Teams

What is Psychological Safety?

Psychological safety is the notion that people won’t be judged, shamed, or punished for speaking out or speaking up. This could apply to a lot of situations:

People disagree with the direction
People feel that they belong in a group, and are accepted