294: Book of the Week: The Fearless Organization
294: Book of the Week: The Fearless Organization  
Podcast: The HaltingWinter Podcast
Published On: Mon Feb 16 2026
Description: Show Notes: MLDC Book of the Week – The Fearless OrganizationEpisode 294 of The HaltingWinter Podcast _*]:min-w-0 gap-3"> When was the last time someone on your team told you something was failing before it became a crisis? This week's MLDC Book of the Week is "The Fearless Organization" by Amy C. Edmondson, and it addresses something every local government leader has felt but couldn't quite name: why your team stays silent when they should be speaking up. _*]:min-w-0 gap-3"> In this episode, Seth Winterhalter introduces Edmondson's groundbreaking research on psychological safety: the belief that people can speak up with ideas, questions, concerns, or mistakes without being humiliated, ignored, or blamed. You'll discover why the best teams actually report MORE problems (not fewer), and why local government's unique pressures create some of the biggest barriers to psychological safety. _*]:min-w-0 gap-3"> If you've ever wondered why your leadership team stays silent in meetings, why problems hide until they become crises, or why your talented people leave for other organizations, this episode reveals what's really happening and what you can do about it. Join the MLDC for the Complete 5-Part Series The Municipal Leadership Development Circle (MLDC) is a network of local government leaders from across North America, including city/county managers, administrators, and department heads, giving you access to:       ✔ A weekly podcast series breaking down one book for municipal applications      ✔ Daily blog reflections and implementation tools      ✔ Our live, weekly, virtual mastermind session      ✔ Monthly webinars with relevant training from local gov leaders ➡ Learn more at www.HaltingWinter.com/MLDC Resources Mentioned Book: The Fearless Organization by Amy C. Edmondson Connect with Seth Winterhalter LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sethwinterhalter Website: www.HaltingWinter.com