Project-Specific
Hopes And Fears
This exercise prepares everyone emotionally. Participants share hopes and concerns about the project. It aligns the team and reveals hidden assumptions. This builds a shared understanding before project work begins, leading to better collaboration and decisions.
Duration
25 mins
Group Size
4-15
Category
Project-Specific
Energy
High
Objectives
• Surface emotional responses • Create psychological safety • Align around aspirations • Identify potential obstacles
Outcomes
Teams gain emotional awareness and understand each other's motivations. Risks and opportunities are identified early. Expect higher engagement and participation. Participants will have concrete examples of shared values and working preferences.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Facilitator Tips
Create a safe space for sharing fears. Validate all emotions expressed. Look for common themes and connect these to project planning. It's okay if some participants are hesitant to share; don't force participation.
Variations
This variation focuses on individual versus collective perspectives. It can provide a different approach that resonates better with some groups. To run it, adjust the sharing round to explore individual and collective hopes/fears separately.
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