Why AI is a leadership opportunity, not a workforce threat
How AI has been perceived in recent years In 2025, against a backdrop of workforce reductions and efficiency pressures, artificial intelligence was often perceived as a threat. For many professionals, AI became associated with job displacement or the expectation that fewer people would be required to do more work. This framing, however, misses a more
Five emerging trends shaping project and change management capability in 2026
Project delivery in 2026 is shaped by five major trends. AI is expanding beyond basic tools into agentic systems, Power Skills (soft skills) are becoming essential, change management is increasing in importance, face-to-face learning is returning, and Agile and hybrid delivery are maturing across organisations. The most successful teams will be those that combine strong
Enterprise AI in 2025: What the latest global research means for productivity in Australian organisations
This article summarises insights from OpenAI’s “State of Enterprise AI 2025” report. The original report is authored and published by OpenAI and can be accessed here: https://cdn.openai.com/pdf/7ef17d82-96bf-4dd1-9df2-228f7f377a29/the-state-of-enterprise-ai_2025-report.pdf AI is reshaping how work gets done, yet most organisations are still struggling to realise meaningful productivity gains. While investment in AI has surged, capability uplift has not
How generative AI is enhancing human-led learning at PM-Partners
Everywhere you look, people are talking about generative AI. It’s in our inboxes, our meetings and even our to-do lists. And for good reason. Tools like ChatGPT and Copilot are changing how we work, create, and learn. But while AI can write code, summarise reports and even simulate a customer conversation, there is one thing
Experience is your superpower: thriving in the modern workforce
For many professionals returning to work, age is perceived as a setback rather than the strategic advantage it truly is. Experience isn’t a burden to hide; it’s a strategic advantage. When the economy slows and organisations tighten their budgets, leaders and managers are looking for professionals who can mitigate risk through experience, make smarter decisions,
Turning redundancy into renewal: how to stand out in today’s market
In today’s tough market, many talented professionals are finding themselves unexpectedly open to work. Redundancy can feel like a setback, but it can also be the perfect opportunity to refocus, re-skill, and re-emerge stronger than before. The new reality for candidates Organisations are under pressure to deliver more with less, and hiring managers are looking
Soft skills vs Power Skills: why the name matters less than the results
In today’s workplace, everyone talks about the importance of soft skills. Employers say they’re the most sought-after capabilities. Graduates hear they need to develop them to get ahead. Professional associations stress their role in leadership and collaboration. But here’s the problem: the term soft skills undersells what these skills actually do. There’s nothing “soft” about navigating conflict in
From gym memberships to holistic wellness: How Gympass scaled product thinking across a multi-sided business
Remember when gyms worldwide shuttered their doors during the pandemic? While many fitness companies collapsed, one unlikely survivor not only weathered the storm but thrived. Brazilian wellness platform Gympass completely reinvented itself through product innovation, offering valuable lessons for businesses facing similar challenges. This is a summary of Gympass’s real transformation case study in “Transformed:
Power Skills: the human capabilities professionals need now
As workplaces continue to change, professionals are being asked to do more than deliver tasks or apply technical knowledge. Success now relies just as much on how we engage with others, navigate complexity, and influence outcomes. These capabilities, once known as soft skills, are now widely referred to as Power Skills. They are the human
Reframing Product Thinking: Lessons from Kaiser Permanente’s Transformation
In today’s complex and fast-paced business environment, organisations re-evaluate how they define and deliver value. For many, this involves shifting from traditional project-based models to product-led operating structures. One organisation that has successfully navigated this transition is Kaiser Permanente, one of the United States’ largest not-for-profit healthcare providers. Their journey, featured in Transformed: Moving to the Product