You didn't choose them. But here you are. Maybe they were once a solid performer who got promoted one level too far. Maybe someone handed you the team and said "good luck" under their breath. Or maybe they really wanted the job you just got.
Moving into a new role can feel exciting and slightly terrifying, like switching from driving a familiar route to merging onto a highway you’ve never been on before.
Psychological safety isn’t about being nice. It’s feeling safe to ask the “dumb” question, flag a risk, or say “I disagree” without getting punished. That’s how better ideas surface and fewer surprises hit your roadmap.