It depends. However, communicating the value of the project and your team role in achieving those values can help a lot.
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1 reply by Francisco Herrera
May 06, 2026 1:40 PM
Francisco Herrera
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Yes communicating the vision is one of the best ways to motivate a team.
When people understand the "why" behind the project, they find a deeper purpose in their work. I believe that showing the team their individual impact is key to keeping them committed, especially during difficult phases.
Could you share a quick example of how you explain a specific role to a team member to help them see their contribution to the overall success?
Francisco
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Luis BrancoCEO| Business Insight, Consultores de Gestão, LdªCarcavelos, Lisboa, Portugal
One of the most effective ways to motivate a team is to create an environment where people feel that their contribution genuinely matters.
In my experience, sustainable motivation emerges from the combination of:
People tend to disengage when they are treated merely as executors of tasks.
They engage when they understand the impact of their work, participate in meaningful decisions, and feel safe to raise concerns, challenge assumptions, and contribute ideas.
I’ve also learned that motivation is deeply connected to leadership behavior.
Teams lose energy quickly in environments dominated by excessive control, constant firefighting, or unclear priorities.
The strongest teams I’ve seen were not necessarily the most pressured.
They were the ones operating with clarity, accountability, psychological safety, learning, and shared purpose.
In complex projects, motivation is rarely created by slogans or incentives alone.
It is largely shaped by the quality of the system people work within.
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1 reply by Francisco Herrera
May 12, 2026 1:39 PM
Francisco Herrera
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Luis Branco I agree that motivation is built through the system and culture we create, not just slogans or incentives. Your points about psychological safety and meaningful autonomy align perfectly with modern leadership. It is a great reminder that when people feel their work truly matters, they stop being "executors" and start being "owners." Regards! Francisco.
Senior IS Project Manager| Baycare Health SystemsClearwater, Fl, United States
I think the PM can be a role model for the team by being prepared, acknowledging the accomplishments of the project team members, helping the team overcome blockers, and demonstrating strong communications skills.
Project teams want to be included in projects with active participation,
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1 reply by Francisco Herrera
May 07, 2026 2:54 PM
Francisco Herrera
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I truly value servant leadership because it creates a supportive environment that motivates me every day.
In my experience, a PM who leads by example, removes blockers, and recognizes our hard work is essential for success. I also find it very inspiring to be part of a team where active participation is encouraged, as it makes us feel more committed to the project's goals.
Francisco.
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James QProfessional Development Director| PMI Vietnam Chapter
In reality, motivation is more immediate, and I often use words of encouragement, accompanied by physical rewards, of course, in a subtle way.
Maintaining long-term and stable motivation requires company culture, setting a good example, maintaining transparency, and making sacrifices.
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1 reply by Francisco Herrera
May 26, 2026 12:33 PM
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@james I like your approach to immediate motivation! Could you share a few examples of those subtle 'physical rewards' you use with your team? Francisco
Program Manager, PPM&PMO Specialist.| Coppel, Mexico.Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico
May 06, 2026 7:21 AM
Replying to Abolfazl Yousefi Darestani
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It depends. However, communicating the value of the project and your team role in achieving those values can help a lot.
Yes communicating the vision is one of the best ways to motivate a team.
When people understand the "why" behind the project, they find a deeper purpose in their work. I believe that showing the team their individual impact is key to keeping them committed, especially during difficult phases.
Could you share a quick example of how you explain a specific role to a team member to help them see their contribution to the overall success?
Instead of only assigning tasks, you give your team a problem to solve and freedom to choose how to solve it and take pride in the final result.
Why it works well: 1. Trust replaces micromanagement. People feel trusted and care more about the results. 2. Owning the process helps them learn, feel confident, and proud. 3. This strategy gives control over work and reduces stress for all members. Saving Changes...
Consultant| Timely Nexus Project LLPGreater NOIDA, Uttar Pradesh, India
For me, the most effective motivation technique has been giving team members ownership and visibility into the bigger picture. People become far more engaged when they feel trusted and understand how their work impacts the success of the project. Recognition for small wins also goes a long way in keeping morale and momentum high.
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1 reply by Francisco Herrera
May 08, 2026 8:56 PM
Francisco Herrera
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Great! Moving from simply "assigning tasks" to "inspiring people." That is the mark of a high-performing leader! Francisco.
Program Manager, PPM&PMO Specialist.| Coppel, Mexico.Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico
May 06, 2026 9:58 AM
Replying to Michael King
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I think the PM can be a role model for the team by being prepared, acknowledging the accomplishments of the project team members, helping the team overcome blockers, and demonstrating strong communications skills.
Project teams want to be included in projects with active participation,
I truly value servant leadership because it creates a supportive environment that motivates me every day.
In my experience, a PM who leads by example, removes blockers, and recognizes our hard work is essential for success. I also find it very inspiring to be part of a team where active participation is encouraged, as it makes us feel more committed to the project's goals.
Francisco. Saving Changes...
Kristi CummingsPortfolio Manager| TeamHealthDandridge, Tn, United States
Humanize them. Treat them as individuals. Once when I was getting to know a team, I recognized a contractor member in the breakroom and called him by name. It seemed natural to me, but he was surprised and honored! Sadly, he was used to being treated "like a contractor." Simple things like correctly pronouncing and spelling people's names also builds trust. Saving Changes...
Program Manager, PPM&PMO Specialist.| Coppel, Mexico.Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico
May 07, 2026 4:47 AM
Replying to SANJEET TERI
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For me, the most effective motivation technique has been giving team members ownership and visibility into the bigger picture. People become far more engaged when they feel trusted and understand how their work impacts the success of the project. Recognition for small wins also goes a long way in keeping morale and momentum high.
Great! Moving from simply "assigning tasks" to "inspiring people." That is the mark of a high-performing leader! Francisco. Saving Changes...
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