Before kicking off a new project, dedicate time to a Hopes and Fears exercise. Ask participants to individually list their personal hopes and concerns for the project. Then, facilitate a group share and discussion. This simple activity prepares everyone emotionally, aligns the team on shared objectives, and reveals critical, often unstated, assumptions. Surfacing these elements early builds a stronger foundation for collaboration and informs better decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
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