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Psychological safety is built through behavior—not buzzwords.

Helping leaders change how they respond to risk, mistakes, and disagreement so people speak up, learn faster, and perform better—without lowering accountability.

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if leaders only hear the good news, low psychological safety might be the cause

Psychological safety isn’t about comfort or lowering standards. It’s about how people are treated when they ask questions, raise concerns, or make mistakes

Why Psychological Safety Matters

When psychological safety is low:

  • People withhold concerns
  • Mistakes repeat
  • Conversations stay surface-level
  • Conflict goes underground
  • Burnout increases

When psychological safety is present:

  • People speak up sooner
  • Learning improves
  • Feedback becomes usable
  • Trust grows
  • Accountability is clearer—not harsher

Psychological safety is a condition for effective work, not a personality trait. 

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“our work is grounded in Edmondson’s research and translated into observable leadership behaviors.”

What We Offer Nonprofits

We help organizations build psychological safety through everyday leadership behaviors, team norms, and facilitation practices—not slogans or one-time training.

Workshops & Professional Learning

For teams that need shared understanding and practical tools.

Leader Skill-Building Series

For organizations ready to move beyond one-time training

Facilitation & Advisory Support

For moments that require care and clarity

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How JLeads Group LLC Guides Nonprofits with Personalized Planning Services

Since our founding, JLEaD Group LLC has been helping organizations build psychological safety through everyday leadership behaviors, team norms, and facilitation practices—not slogans or one-time training.

We exist to help leaders lead well when conditions aren’t ideal. We work at the intersection of leadership, emotional intelligence, and psychological safety—because today’s challenges are as much human as they are technical.

Our focus is not on motivation or one-time training. We build leadership capacity over time, enabling leaders to navigate emotions, conflict, and change with clarity and steadiness.

Our psychological safety work is grounded in:

  • Education and adult learning
  • Emotional intelligence and resilience
  • Practical facilitation
  • Real organizational contexts

Our lead facilitator, Dr. John Loblack, is an experienced educator and facilitator with more than a decade of experience supporting leadership development, professional learning, and organizational culture work. 

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Why Choose Us

Our approach is designed for high-stakes environments, strong hierarchies, and real consequences—where speaking up feels risky, and leadership responses matter most.

Sector Expertise

We understand nonprofit dynamics, from mission alignment to resource challenges.

Inclusive Approach

We create safe spaces where all voices are valued, fostering collaboration and trust.

Action-Oriented Results

Every session is designed to leave you with clear steps and measurable outcomes.

Passion for Impact

Your mission inspires us, and we’re committed to helping you achieve it.


Common Questions

How can you help our nonprofit improve our leadership and planning?

We guide your team through strategies and practical steps that make your leadership stronger and your planning more effective. Our support helps you set clear goals, build trust within your team, and create a path for real results.

Is psychological safety just about being nice or lowering standards?

No. Psychological safety supports learning and accountability. Teams perform best when leaders make it safe to speak up and remain clear about expectations and outcomes.

Will this turn into therapy or emotional disclosure?

No. Our work is ethically boundaried and trauma-aware, not therapeutic. We don’t require vulnerability or personal storytelling. The focus is on leadership behavior and practical responses.

Can this work with senior leaders or in high-stakes environments?

Yes. Psychological safety matters most where decisions are complex, hierarchy is strong, and consequences are real. Our approach is designed for those conditions.

What Our Clients Say About Us

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“Dr. Loblack tailors his training to the needs of the participants and challenges them to think “outside of the box” to find new solutions. Not only do I leave these trainings with new information, but I also leave with strategies to apply them in my professional and personal life”

- Amanda C. Evans, Health Educator/Minority Health Liaison, Health Promotions Florida Department of Health in Lee County

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“Dr. Loblack is a highly engaging presenter and facilitator. He brings several personal and professional experiences to his work alongside a well-balanced approach to organizational problem-solving. He encourages us to start with ourselves understanding and accepting who we are before moving outward in our relationships with others.”

- Charlie lmbergamo, CFRE Director of Strategic Programs Nonprofit Leadership Center of Tampa Bay

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“Dr. Loblack has a unique approach to keeping learners engaged through interactive activities and thought-provoking discussions. His technique ensured every attendee was involved and could apply the information in their professional and personal lives”

- Debora Ithier, Program Administrator, Florida Department of Health in Lee County

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Tampa, Florida
Phone (813) 897-2411
Email drloblack@gmail.com

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