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Psychological safety is crucial but not sufficient to have productive conversations. You must also foster a problem-solving mindset and ask good questions. Amy Edmondson provides frameworks for productive discussions to build stronger teams on Balloon: getballoon.com/templates/seri…

In her new flight template series, @AmyCEdmondson, the foremost authority on psychological safety, provides frameworks for turning theory into practice, embracing failure, and building stronger teams. Explore her 9 templates on Balloon: getballoon.com/templates/seri…

.@AmyCEdmondson, the foremost authority on psychological safety, joins Balloon as our newest template author. 🎈🎉 Put theory into practice to build stronger teams with her templates on teaming, confronting biases, learning from failure, and more: getballoon.com/templates/seri…

Andrew Ball sheds light on the value of Balloon's platform in navigating pivotal decision points. By providing a safe space for candid discussions, it empowers @astros to address limitations head-on and drive meaningful progress. Listen on @SBJ Unpacks: open.spotify.com/episode/6GLqjG…

On @SBJ Unpacks, Ryan Resch (@Suns Assistant GM) shares his perspective on the transformative impact of Balloon. By improving decision-making off the court, his teams are making better high-leverage choices. Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/6GLqjG…

A healthy meeting culture is crucial for bolstering opportunities to learn, grow, & innovate. But how do you help improve meetings when you're not in charge—and perhaps w/ little room to voice concerns? @TijsBesieux & I explore in a new @HarvardBiz piece: hbr.org/2024/03/how-to…

Our CEO @AKGreenberg joined @LemireJoe from @SBJ and Balloon customers Andrew Ball (@astros) and Ryan Resch (@Suns) to share insights on enhancing decision-making processes and mitigating bias in sports. Listen to the podcast here: open.spotify.com/episode/6GLqjG…

Thank you to @DanielPink for the enlightening session with our customers and champions. We all walked away with fresh insights and helpful nuggets on creativity, problem-solving, and the future of work. Check out the recap and resources here: docs.getballoon.com/dan-pink-sessi…

Diversity of thought promotes critical thinking. Study of 232k Wikipedia pages: politically polarized teams generate higher-quality content—on science & social issues, not just politics. Like minds create echo chambers. Diverse groups have more extensive & constructive debates.

Great leaders should never speak first in a meeting. Why? Because people change their opinions based on what people of power and influence say. If you are a leader and you want real, authentic opinions from others…ensure they speak first before you chime in.

Explore the full shortlist and categories here: bit.ly/impact-awards-… #World50impactawards #DEI #diversityandinclusion #technology #innovation #drivingimpact @world50

We’re so grateful to the Impact Awards judges for acknowledging our efforts alongside giants like Estée Lauder, Mastercard, & Meta. In 2024, our focus remains on expanding our impact, and building systemic and scalable solutions that contribute to stronger organizations.

We’re thrilled to share the exciting news that Balloon has been named a finalist for the "Innovation Award" at the World 50 I&D Impact Awards 2024! This recognition underscores our commitment to creating a more innovative and equitable workplace.

How to keep an open mind: 1. Think like a scientist: treat your opinions as hypotheses and decisions as experiments 2. Embrace confident humility: argue like you’re right, listen like you’re wrong 3. Build a challenge network: seek out people who sharpen your reasoning

“A key to collective intelligence is balanced participation. In brainstorming meetings, it’s too easy for participation to become lopsided in favor of the biggest egos, the loudest voices, and the most powerful people.” Another must-read essay for leaders from Adam Grant.

Why brainstorming doesn't work time.com/6327515/brains…

When Balloon is used to replace meetings, it’s transformative. @UScellular's DEI team used async flights to surface insights not heard in exit surveys and build a holistic action plan for declining retention. Consider swapping that meeting for a flight - it'll be worth it. 🎈

We’re so proud to have facilitated this session with @DaisyAD during Hispanic Heritage Month for some of our biggest champions at @UScellular. We love seeing our experts in direct dialogue with our customers, and we can’t wait to do more insightful sessions like these. ❤️🎈

The old rules for running meetings need some updating. @HowardTullman1 has some tips in his new @Inc article “You Can't Build Culture in a Cloud.” Read the article to catch the Balloon shoutout!🎈 inc.com/howard-tullman…

Companies die a death by thousand group decisions