Tag: Brightmine

The Hidden Cost of Silence: How Low Psychological Safety in the Workplace Undermines Compliance, Culture and Growth 

By Amanda Czepiel, Brightmine Feb 27, 2026 Learning & Development

Updated: Feb 27, 2026

As organizations enter the new year focused on driving growth and elevating performance, a critical risk continues to go overlooked: the absence of psychological safety in the workplace.   Psychological safety is a foundational requirement for effective compliance, sound decision-making and strong business performance. When employees don’t feel safe to speak up, organizations lose visibility into risk, culture erodes and innovation slows. […]

HRDA Frankly Speaking: Guardrails Are the Solution to Workplace Conflict

By Bianca Herron, Editor, HRDA Staff Nov 12, 2025 HRDA Frankly Speaking

Updated: Nov 13, 2025

New research from Brightmine finds that workplace political conflict is intensifying: nearly two-thirds (64%) of U.S. employees have witnessed or experienced a political disagreement at work in the past year, and 27% report being distracted from their jobs by the political environment. This rising tension, coupled with a lack of clear policies (47% of workplaces […]

Recruiting in the DEI Crossfire: How Recruiters Can Champion Inclusivity Amidst Shifting Sands

By Bianca Herron, Editor, HR Daily Advisor Staff May 27, 2025 Diversity & Inclusion

Updated: May 28, 2025

The landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is experiencing a significant tremor, sparked by recent federal actions aimed at scaling back DEI programs within the federal workforce and among federal contractors. This ripple effect is prompting leaders across various sectors to reevaluate their DEI initiatives, creating a complex environment for HR professionals. For recruiters, […]