A centuries-old tradition like the castellers of Catalonia can provide innovation to project management.

In my 30s, while living in Barcelona, I was captivated by the castellers. In Valencia we have something similar Muixeranga. I was so inspired that I joined a few training sessions to experience it firsthand. It was incredible to see these traditions not only relied on strength...from my point of view and experience there are essential elements: trust, teamwork, and communication. Strength alone wasn’t enough.

What struck me is how these same principles are foundational to project management. Whether building a human tower or delivering a complex project, success depends on people working together, relying on each other, and communicating clearly.

So, innovation in project management isn’t always about adopting the latest tools or frameworks. Sometimes, it’s about returning to the core principles that make collaboration effective and finding inspiration in practices that have stood the test of time.