10–26 | Developing Awareness — You are beginning to recognize how your communication and listening behaviors affect trust and openness. Focus on listening to understand, asking open-ended questions, and creating space for others to speak freely. Small, steady improvements will help your team feel safer sharing ideas and concerns.
27–40 | Building Skill — You demonstrate growing skills but may not yet do so consistently. Strengthen your impact by practicing empathy, honoring confidentiality, and giving feedback that supports growth. Continue normalizing mistakes and encouraging input to build stronger, more open team dynamics.
41–50 | Exemplary Leader — You consistently model behaviors that create a culture of trust, respect, and accountability. Your team feels safe to share ideas, take risks, and learn from mistakes. Continue refining your approach. Mentor others to extend a culture of psychological safety across your organization.