Welcome back, Humanness Heroes. In our last post, we explored how embracing humanness can build resilience and adaptability in project teams. Today, we delve deeper into how humanness can shape the culture of a project delivery team, department, and, ultimately, an entire organization. A supportive culture cannot thrive without humanness—it’s the very lifeblood of any culture, filled with human ideals and emotions. Yet, often, humanness is pushed away when it…
Continue ReadingHello again, Humanness Heroes! In our previous posts, we discussed the importance of adopting a Humanness approach in various aspects of workplace dynamics, especially during challenging times like the death of a colleague. Today, we turn our focus to another critical area: change management. Change is inevitable in any organization, but it often brings about fear, resistance, and anxiety among team members. Understanding and addressing these human responses with empathy…
Continue ReadingHave you ever paused to consider who really stands behind the impressive titles in our project teams? Let’s think about Beth, the respected project controls expert, and Tunde, the brilliant commercial manager. These individuals are recognized for their professional personas, but what about their personal stories? In the dynamic realm of project management, it’s crucial to shift our focus from merely recognizing roles to valuing the people who fulfill them—a…
Continue ReadingWelcome back, Humanness Heroes! In our series so far, we’ve delved into how humanness not only enhances emotional intelligence within project teams but also ensures that the individuals behind professional roles are valued and recognized for their unique contributions. Each post has built upon the idea that at the heart of successful projects and leadership lies a core respect for the human elements—emotions, aspirations, and personal stories. Today, however, we…
Continue ReadingWelcome back, Humanness Heroes! I’m delighted to have you on this journey as we delve into the core of project and program delivery. It’s not just about the technicalities, but the people who make it all happen. Last time, we started to uncover the true meaning of ‘humanness’ in our field. We discussed those distinctively human qualities—empathy, intuition, creativity, and emotional depth—that are often overlooked but are actually the driving…
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Embracing Humanness as the Heart of a Supportive Culture 
Change with Compassion: A Humanness-Centered Approach to Managing Transitions 
Valuing the Person Behind the Position: Humanness in Project Leadership 
The Root of Disenfranchisement – Bekah’s Story 
Harnessing Humanness to Boost Emotional Intelligence in Projects