What you learn:
- Identify power dynamics in common workplace scenarios
- Recognize microaggressions and their effects
- Apply psychological safety concepts to team routines
- Develop strategies to promote inclusive communication
Description:
Power dynamics shape interactions and influence reporting, accountability, and outcomes. This course unpacks microaggressions and their cumulative impact on trust and performance. You will learn practical strategies to foster psychological safety, encourage speaking up, and address subtle forms of bias in daily work.
Through case studies and simulations, you will develop skills to intervene early, support colleagues, and design spaces where diverse voices are heard and valued.
Indicators include intimidation, withholding information, punitive responses to concerns, retaliation, gatekeeping of opportunities, and uneven access to mentors.
In real scenarios, power abuse may be subtle: intimidating tone, withholding feedback, micro-management, or shifting blame onto others. These patterns silence voices and deter reporting.
This lesson helps you map situations to three categories: clear abuse, ambiguous control, and supportive behavior that uses power responsibly.