In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Skip Bowman about going from safe to great. What are the steps that are needed to have psychologically safe workplaces that are civil and inclusive. How do we decode the word 'banter' to avoid gaslighting victims? He shares that devaluing language can lead to misunderstandings and toxic environments. This is a practical conversation on how to provide psychological safety in the workplace. What are the primary drivers? Skip Bowman is an author, keynote speaker and consultant working with leaders to transform their organisations for the Green Age. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here.   ------ Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see.  Judith's websites:  The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com Company Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.