#93 Unlocking Success: The Power of Embracing Human Nature in the Workplace

In the previous year, I had the opportunity to observe and participate in workplace interactions and collaborations while working with various teams and project managers. Through these experiences, I recognized a crucial factor influencing overall team success — understanding human nature since after all, I am not working with robots but actual human beings. Frequently, I pondered why altering team members and project managers could significantly impact team collaboration. Some of the first things I realized was that my ex-PM could read people quite well. This motivated me to delve into the intricacies of human nature to uncover the elusive element in the puzzle.

First, let’s go through some of key benefits of understanding human nature and how it can be immensely beneficial in the workplace:

1. Effective Communication: People have different communication styles, preferences, and ways of processing information. Knowing how individuals perceive and respond to communication allows for better articulation of ideas, reducing misunderstandings and conflicts. Conflicts are inevitable in any workplace anyway. Understanding human nature helps in identifying the root causes of conflicts and finding solutions that address the underlying issues. This can lead to healthier working relationships and a more harmonious team. Reading other’s expression correctly is also really important.
2. Team Collaboration: Recognizing diverse personalities within a…