Analyzing emotion in Project Management

This article analyzes different ways emotions have been studied and applied to promote better communication and working conditions, leading to more successful projects and helping build stronger relationships between members. Project management relies on emotions because it depends on human communication and interactions, which can help reduce or escalate conflict. Emotional closeness is essential in interpersonal interactions and relationships. It is also essential to motivate members. Special attention is given to communication inside project teams since it is essential in building trust and developing strong relationships. When emotions are handled adequately, trust and strong bonds develop. In project management, members are bound together by a sense of common identity, sharing professional values and interests. The stronger the connections between members, the higher the productivity and support. Specific ways to connect in project management emerge due to the very nature of projects and the closeness of the members.