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Institute of Project Management 2 months ago

20 Feb 2026 at 10:00 am

Why do some teams thrive while others simply get by—even when they’re equally skilled?

Frederick Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory explains that to truly motivate a team, you must go beyond fixing what’s broken. While hygiene factors like job security and working conditions prevent dissatisfaction, motivators—such as growth opportunities and recognition—drive long-term engagement and performance.

In project environments where pressure is high and timelines are tight, understanding this distinction is crucial. It helps leaders build not just functional teams, but inspired ones.

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Eugene De Wee 2 months ago

PMO Executive at Independent Consultant – PMO, Programme & Project Delivery,18 Feb 2026 at 11:46 am

Delivery is easy to measure however value is not.

Most PMO portfolios proudly report on:

% on-time
% on-budget
Milestones achieved

But here’s the real question i’m interested in:

How much of your PMO portfolio is benefits-tracked 6–12 months after go-live?

Not forecasted.
Not estimated.
Actually measured.

In an AI-enabled world where reporting is automated, the differentiator won’t be better dashboards, it will be better value governance.

Curious to hear from this community:

Who owns benefits realisation in your organisation…….Business, Finance, IT, or the PMO?

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Jijitha George 2 months ago

PMO Lead - Finance & Project Operations at Blackwell Energy,18 Feb 2026 at 11:06 am

One thing I’ve learned in project environments is that success isn’t only about delivering on time and within budget, it’s about delivering value.

Clear governance, strong stakeholder engagement, and proactive risk management often make the difference between a project that simply “finishes” and one that truly achieves its intended benefits.

In complex environments, alignment and communication are just as critical as technical execution.

What do you think is the most underestimated factor in project success?From Frameworks to Follow-Through: The Leadership Gap in Process Adoption

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Institute of Project Management 2 months ago

18 Feb 2026 at 09:30 am

A project management framework consists of the processes, tasks, and tools used to take a project from start to finish. It encompasses all the key components required for planning, managing, and governing projects. Gain comprehensive insights: https://instituteprojectmanagement.com/blog/?utm_source=ipm+hub&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=pm+framework_18feb2026

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Jijitha
PMO Lead - Finance & Project Operations at Blackwell Energy,18 Feb 2026 at 11:08 am

Another key component is the TEAM

Kellie Caulder 2 months ago

Offshore Resource Coordinator at Ordtek Ltd,17 Feb 2026 at 02:44 pm

Hi Everyone – I have just started my MSc in Project Management and about to start my first assessment, which is a project initiation document. I will be using a project I am actually about to start at work.

I work in the supply chain in renewable energy and manage the resourcing for wind farm surveys.

I am really looking forward to getting stuck in and welcome any advice.

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Aulia
Community Development Manager at IPM,18 Feb 2026 at 02:30 pm

Hi Kellie, that sounds like an exciting moment – beginning your MSc and applying it directly to your work is such a strong approach. Renewable energy supply chains are a fascinating space. Hopefully some of our members who’ve recently worked on project initiation documents can share tips or experiences here too.

Institute of Project Management 2 months ago

16 Feb 2026 at 08:00 am

How do you think this will impact the project management field?

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Eugene
PMO Executive at Independent Consultant – PMO, Programme & Project Delivery,17 Feb 2026 at 04:10 pm

What stands out for me is how human these “core skills” are.
Creative thinking.
Leadership.
Curiosity.
Empathy.
AI will get faster at execution.
But it won’t replace judgment under uncertainty, stakeholder alignment, or ethical trade-offs.
For project management, this means the bar rises.
PMs who rely purely on process is going to struggle.
PMs who combine systems thinking with influence and commercial acumen is going to thrive.
This shows that the profession isn’t shrinking t’s actually maturing.

Anis Safia 2 months ago

Frontend Developer at Yapimag,14 Feb 2026 at 10:10 am

Lessons from Chess for Project Management

In chess, every piece teaches something about leadership and decisions.

Pawn:

Progress starts one step at a time.

Knight:

Not every path is straight. Sometimes progress requires flexibility.

Bishop:

Direction matters more than speed.

Rook:

Strength comes from structure and systems.

Queen:

Freedom and trust increase impact.

King:

Protection comes first. Without stability, nothing else matters.

Projects are not one big move.

They are a series of small decisions.

You start with one step.

You face unexpected turns.

You learn that direction is more important than speed.

You discover that structure builds strength.

But in the end, success means nothing if you don’t manage risks and protect what truly matters.

Curious to hear what other “chess lessons” you’ve learned in projects.

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Institute of Project Management 2 months ago

13 Feb 2026 at 09:00 am

Better questions lead to better outcomes. It fuels critical thinking, improves stakeholder engagement, uncovers blind spots, and strengthens project outcomes.

Strong communication begins with strategic curiosity. Learn how to make your questions count.

Want to sharpen your communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills?

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Gina Saad 2 months ago

Project Manager at IPM,13 Feb 2026 at 07:22 am

AI recently is reshaping how we work, decide, and lead projects, but how is it really affecting trust and collaboration between humans and AI?

Together with IPMA, I am inviting you to take part in this survey. This research explores how AI is changing skills, roles, and confidence in project environments:

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