If you think women talk too much, it may be because you expect them to talk so little. A man who runs his mouth and holds court is a confident expert. A woman who speaks up is an aggressive bitch. Recognizing this injustice is a step toward changing it. washingtonpost.com/outlook/2…

Many people chase wealth, status, and achievement because progress is easy to measure, failing to realize that the gains that count the most are the hardest to count. Real growth is building character—striving to improve in generosity, integrity, humility, fairness, or courage.

In every team and every organization, the responsibility for creating psychological safety starts at the top. When people get penalized for voicing problems and concerns, they learn that it's not safe to speak up. It’s up to those in power to open the door—and keep it open.