While Half of Employees Say 'Workplace Atmosphere Is Good,' Half Also Feel It Is a 'Lukewarm' Environment Where Honest Opinions Cannot Be Shared!
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- While Half of Employees Say 'Workplace Atmosphere Is Good,' Half Also Feel It Is a 'Lukewarm' Environment Where Honest Opinions Cannot Be Shared!
- G-Boone Co., Ltd. conducted a survey on psychological safety in the workplace with 330 employees. While many perceive the atmosphere as positive, the results reveal the reality of 'lukewarm organizations' where constructive debate is lacking, and highlight the importance of communication for improvement.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 10, 2026
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G-Boone Co., Ltd. conducted a survey on psychological safety in the workplace with 330 employees. While many perceive the atmosphere as positive, the results reveal the reality of 'lukewarm organizations' where constructive debate is lacking, and highlight the importance of communication for improvement.
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- June 10, 2026
G-Boone Co., Ltd. conducted a survey on psychological safety in the workplace with 330 employees. While many perceive the atmosphere as positive, the results reveal the reality of 'lukewarm organizations' where constructive debate is lacking, and highlight the importance of communication for improvement.
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- Nearly half of employees feel their workplace atmosphere is 'good.'
- Over 40% of employees find it difficult to voice their opinions or be honest in the workplace.
- Nearly half of employees feel their workplace is in a 'lukewarm' state where they cannot honestly share opinions.
- About one in three employees communicates with their boss or colleagues outside of work less than once a month.
- About 70% of employees believe that casual communication with bosses and colleagues outside of work makes it easier to share honest opinions and discuss work.
- Key measures identified to improve psychological safety include 'social gatherings/meals' and '1-on-1 meetings.'
## Survey Details
### Perception of Workplace Atmosphere
When asked about the atmosphere, 34.2% responded 'somewhat good,' 33.6% 'neither good nor bad,' and 14.9% 'very good.' Combined, about half perceive a positive atmosphere.
### Communication Status
Regarding workplace communication, 46.4% said they can express opinions to some extent. However, a total of 43.3% feel it is difficult to be honest.
### Awareness of 'Lukewarm' State
In response to whether they feel the workplace is a 'lukewarm state' where honest feedback is impossible, 48.5% responded that they 'feel so' (somewhat feel + strongly feel), indicating near-half of the workforce senses organizational stagnation.
FAQ
What is psychological safety?
It is a state where team members or individuals in an organization can speak and act freely without fear of rejection or punishment from others, sharing their thoughts, questions, concerns, and mistakes.
Who was the target of this survey?
The survey was conducted online with 330 employees (male and female) aged 20 to 50.
What is the perception of employees regarding the workplace atmosphere?
About half of the employees responded that the atmosphere is good, but about 40% feel it is difficult to speak their minds, and about half reported that the workplace is in a lukewarm state where they cannot freely exchange honest opinions.
Does non-work-related communication affect psychological safety?
Approximately 70% of employees believe that communication with superiors and colleagues outside of work can lead to easier expression of honest opinions and thoughts in the workplace.
What are effective measures to increase psychological safety?
The survey identified specific measures such as 'social gatherings or meals' and 'one-on-one meetings' as effective in enhancing psychological safety.