Dr. Rafael Chiuzi

Dr. Rafael Chiuzi

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Toronto, Ontario

Organizational Psychologist, Assistant Professor And Organizational Behaviour expert

Dr Rafael Chiuzi is a proficient organizational psychologist with an excellent track record of using human capital to benefit both people and businesses. He has overcome significant organizational problems and effectively executed enduring and meaningful change during his fifteen years of innovative practice in North and South America and the Middle East. Dr Rafael Chiuzi has written books and spoken at TEDx events. He is known as Prof Chiuzi by his students at the University of Toronto Mississauga, where he teaches organizational behaviour.

DR RAFAEL CHIUZI BIOGRAPHY

Dr Rafael Chiuzi is an Assistant Professor and Organizational Behaviour at the University of Toronto Mississauga. He is also the instructor of the Global Business course at the Global Leadership Development Program at UTM and a guest professor at FDC Business School in Brazil.

Dr Rafael Chiuzi is a published author on organizational behaviour and human resource management, and a recognized researcher and innovator in these fields. Outside academia, Rafael is an experienced management consultant with a strong, demonstrated capacity to leverage human capital for the benefit of organizations and people alike.

In his ten-plus years of innovative implementation of human resource tools, practices and approaches, he has been able to overcome widespread organizational challenges, and successfully implement and realize the benefits of meaningful, lasting, and profitable change across the Globe.

Rafael’s area of speciality, including his doctoral thesis, is beneficial, organizational change. More often than not, this involves robust succession planning, exploration and encapsulation of leadership identity in specific contexts, and the subsequent management of all related matters. Rafael has produced positive organizational enhancements, ensuring business continuity and appropriate risk mitigation across global, regional, and local organizations.

Dr Rafael Chiuzi received his doctorate in social and work psychology from the University of São Paulo and has a master’s in health psychology from Methodist University, São Paulo. He also has a certification in Advanced Leadership and Change Management from the London School of Business and Finance, and PROSCI Certification for Change Management.

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unlocking innovation: the critical role of psychological safety in high-performance teams

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  • In this thought-provoking presentation, Dr. Rafael Chiuzi delves into the crucial concept of psychological safety and its impact on team success, organizational culture, and innovation. Drawing parallels between the Boeing 737 Max and Chornobyl disasters, he highlights a shared underlying issue: a work environment that stifled open communication and the free exchange of concerns. Through decades of research, psychological safety has emerged as the foremost indicator of team effectiveness, fostering an atmosphere where individuals feel empowered to share ideas, raise concerns, and challenge the status quo without fear of retribution.

    Dr. Chiuzi presents compelling evidence and practical strategies for leaders aiming to cultivate a culture of psychological safety within their teams. He emphasizes the significance of creating a workspace where teamwork thrives on open communication, acceptance, and mutual respect, thereby enhancing performance and productivity. The presentation explores how leaders can navigate new-age work environments characterized by high-pressure demands and complex communication needs, ensuring that their teams are not only equipped to manage conflict and engage in critical thinking but are also motivated to make value-driven decisions.

    Dr. Chiuzi addresses the transformative power of psychological safety in promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. By allowing team members to feel secure in taking calculated risks and voicing unconventional ideas, organizations can unlock creative solutions and drive forward-thinking initiatives. This session provides actionable insights into developing leadership practices that prioritize psychological safety, thereby enabling teams to perform at their highest potential and secure a competitive edge.

navigating the new era of work: the science behind engagement, alignment, and talent retention in today's workforce

mastering the art of transformation: a behavioral approach to change management

leading change in turbulent times: strategies for resilient and adaptive organizations

building disruption-proof organizations: strategies for employee retention and organizational resilience

forging the future: leadership development across generations

capitalizing on talent: transforming human capital into a competitive edge

shaping the future: cultivating an adaptive and welcoming workplace culture for enhanced stakeholder engagement

mentoring masters: elevating organizational performance

Testimonials

Dr Rafael Chiuzi has a solid understanding of organizational psychology and is very skilled in applying this knowledge in real-time to create positive change. His methodical, yet flexible approach allows him to analyze challenges from multiple angles and provide insightful solutions. Rafael is a great communicator, a talented coach, and a true professional. It is a pleasure to have to opportunity to work with him.

Paul Di Ginosa [CHRP]

HR Director
Canadian Bearings

My daily interaction with Dr Rafael Chiuzi is enriching. I see a very organized, methodical and knowledgeable professional who has set clear objectives for himself and his family. He is an example to those who want to drive and grow their horizons in a new world or even in the next! He is very reliable, and honest and has excellent people assessment aptitudes. Rafael is an expert in Organizational Development!

Vikash Bungsy, M.A. HRM CHRP, CHRL

Vice President Human Resources
Telos Touch

I had the opportunity to work with Dr Rafael Chiuzi for about two years, during a talent training program at Itaú bank. Rafael helped us to better think about our careers, giving us advice and making us reflect on how to build our map of professional goals. Dr Rafael Chiuzi is a very competent professional, has great skills to deal with people, good communication and has great competence for career guidance. He is one of the better professionals that I worked with.

Bruno Sant’Ana

IT Manager
Itau Bank

Dr Rafael Chiuzi was my executive coach in the talent management program sponsored by Sabesp (The largest Sanitation Company in Brazil). Rafael displayed a lot of knowledge during our interactions in the executive coaching process. He demonstrated competence in bringing up sensitive issues without being rude, and most important: always had the ability and respect to talk about professional situations in that I used to have difficulties. Particularly, I will never forget how he actively helped me realize my career priorities and set the goals for my professional future. To summarize, I would not hesitate if I had the opportunity to work with him again.

Daliana Lucena

Manager
Sabesp

I had the fortunate pleasure of meeting Rafael during a Leadership Development Programme in London. What struck me about Rafael, was his deep passion for psychology and how this can be applied in a meaningful way to bring about changes for aspiring leaders. We had many insightful conversations about some of the pitfalls of psychological theory as well as what contemporary (positive) psychology can offer leadership development programmes. Dr Rafael Chiuzi has huge amounts of academic and practical input to these kinds of conversations.

Luke Minshall

Organizational Development
Arimo Consulting LTD

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