Uncover the Human

Author: Cristina Amigoni & Alex Cullimore

Whats the right way to live life? There are as many answers to this question as humans on the planet, so co-hosts Cristina Amigoni and Alex Cullimore set out to pursue the one theme everyone is seeking in their answer: authenticity. Uncover the Human explores the questions we all ask to pursue an authentic life and find connection and humor along the way. Each guest adds a facet to the discussion and illuminates what it means to work with human nature - at home and in the office. Uncover the Human is brought to you by Siamo, the company leading the charge to humanize the workplace.
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Why Skipping Activation Breaks Your Strategy
Episode 199
Wednesday, 3 December, 2025

In this hosts-only episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina and Alex dive into one of the most overlooked—and costly—gaps in organizational life: activation, the critical phase between having a great idea and actually implementing it. Drawing on real stories, humor, and plenty of personal experience, they explore why teams so often leap straight from strategy to execution, leaving people confused, overwhelmed, and unintentionally sidelined. From missed communication to unclear roles and “zoning sign” announcements nobody reads, they unpack the ripple effects of skipping activation and how it quietly derails even the best-intentioned changes.Cristina and Alex also share what effective activation really requires: empathy, clarity, honest conversations, and the willingness to slow down long enough to bring people along. They examine the signs activation has been skipped, dispel the myth that communication or training alone is enough, and offer insights on how leaders can better prepare their teams for change. Whether you're navigating a restructure, launching a new initiative, or simply working with other humans, this episode is a relatable, energizing reminder that sustainable change isn’t an event—it’s a journey.