The Behaviors of a Stretch Culture

In this Coach Tip, COO Dan Foster and Executive Coach Annette Pellinat share how leaders can create a team culture where people are encouraged and expected to stretch beyond what feels comfortable. They explain that trust is the foundation—when team members feel supported and psychologically safe, they’re more willing to take risks, accept feedback, and step into growth. The result is a high-performing, connected team culture where people thrive, innovation increases, and top talent stays engaged because they feel challenged, supported, and inspired.

(We had a tech issue where our video didn’t record, but the conversation was too good not to share! Please enjoy the audio from this coach interview.)