07/05/2026
Global projects don't just test your technical skills they test your resilience, your boundaries, and your sense of self.
As project managers, we're trained to protect timelines, budgets, and deliverables. But who protects us?
This Mental Health Awareness Month, PMI Kenya Chapter reminds every PM leading across time zones, cultures, and competing stakeholder demands: your wellbeing is not a soft skill. It is a leadership asset.
Here are 3 ways to protect your energy on global projects:
1๏ธโฃ Set communication boundaries not every message needs an immediate response
2๏ธโฃ Build recovery time into your schedule, not just your project plan
3๏ธโฃ Normalise conversations about pressure and burnout within your teams
You can only lead others well when you lead yourself first.
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