Achieve something great this year with IWFM 

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We start the new year with a challenge to workplace and facilities management (WFM) professionals and organisations: ‘achieve something great this year’.  As WFM continues to adapt and respond to key trends, from digital innovation to sustainability demands, more than personal targets and corporate goals are needed. It’s time for the entire community to collectively elevate the profession and deliver tangible positive outcomes. 

Achieve something great this year’ is centred on harnessing our lynchpin profession’s incredible potential. We’re calling on every professional in WFM to push a boundary, innovate and ultimately, make a positive impact this year, in their individual career and for their organisation.  

Whether it’s honing a new skill through professional development, creating a sustainability strategy to make meaningful progress, enhancing your team’s wellbeing or driving operational success you can achieve something great!  

Here's some ways you can set yourself up for success.  

New to the industry 

• Understand your sector and the key skills required to kick start your career with our e-learning course Intro to FM.  

• Start your new career by discovering the range of opportunities locally and further afield, compare your salary to what’s trending and even find the role that pushes your career ahead with IWFM Jobs.  

• Shape your career path and get continued support with IWFM membership. 

Established professionals 

• One-to-one career guidance through IWFM M offers bespoke support from WFM professionals, enabling you to refine your skills and insight.  

• Cost-effective and sector-recognised training courses empower you to upskill and reskill, ensuring you remain successful in your role.  

• Upgrading your membership allows you to showcase your career advancement, unlock new opportunities and enhance your professional reputation. Keep on top of your CPD: with IWFM membership, you can track your progress throughout your career.  

• Broaden and deepen your WFM understanding and apply new ideas to your practice. Utilising IWFM’s research pieces on trends like sustainability and digital innovation will prepare you to enhance organisational strategies.  

Senior leaders 

• If you’re a seasoned WFM professional without qualifications, no fear! The Experiential Route to Certified allows you to gain recognition by acknowledging your practical expertise and dedication.  

• Consider giving back to the sector. Through IWFM Mentoring senior professionals like you can benefit tomorrow’s talent by sharing the insights and learnings you've gained throughout your career with a mentee.  

• Engage with the community. The Strategic Leaders Forum gives you the chance to connect with peers, tackle key challenges in the sector and advocate for the interests of IWFM Certified and Fellow members. 

Unsure what’s right for you or want to learn more about IWFM’s offering? Click here to speak to us directly about your professional development.