A new year brings new goals, and the chance to strengthen your impact in facility management. Whether you’re planning a career move, developing new skills or simply looking for inspiration to start 2026 energized, IFMA offers a range of tools to help you do it. 

From mapping your next steps to connecting with global peers, these resources are designed to help you learn, lead and grow in the year ahead. Here are five resources to help you make 2026 your best year yet.

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1. Chart Your Path with IFMA’s Career Compass

If you’ve ever wondered what’s next in your FM journey, IFMA’s Career Compass is your personalized roadmap. This interactive tool helps you identify your strengths and interests, helping you to make informed decisions about your career path in facility management.   

You’ll see where you are today, where you want to go, and which training may be the best fit for you. Think of it as your GPS for a rewarding FM career. 

2. Tune Into the Connected FM Podcast

Stay plugged into what’s shaping the industry with IFMA’s Connected FM podcast. Each episode features facility professionals, innovators and thought leaders from around the world discussing topics that matter most to you. These conversations can provide valuable insights to prepare you for the challenges and opportunities of the new year. 

It’s an easy way to keep learning on the go, whether you’re commuting, exercising or working onsite. Explore episodes on podcast.ifma.org or wherever you listen to podcasts.

3. Unlock Opportunities on IFMA’s Career Portal

Looking for your next role in the new year? IFMA’s new career tool is more than a global job board. It’s your all-in-one career hub featuring: 

  • AI-powered interview coaching to help you prepare with confidence. 
  • Real salary data to evaluate offers and negotiate with clarity. 
  • Internships and mentorships to gain hands-on experience. 
  • Custom job alerts so the right opportunities come to you. 

Related: IFMA’s New Career Tool: Not Just a Job Board 

4. Grow with Networking Groups

If networking is at the top of your 2026 resolutions, start with your local IFMA chapter. It’s one of the best ways to connect with fellow facility managers, gain fresh perspectives and exchange ideas that spark professional growth. 

Chapters regularly host events such as networking sessions, facility tours, educational workshops, and volunteer opportunities — each designed to help you strengthen relationships and expand your skill set. 

It’s also a powerful way to get involved, grow your leadership experience and build the connections that support your long-term career success. 

Don’t have a local chapter near you? You can still connect through IFMA’s communities and councils, which bring together professionals who share similar interests, sectors or specialties — from sustainability and workplace strategy to healthcare, higher education and beyond. These groups provide global networking, targeted education and opportunities to collaborate on issues shaping your specific area of practice. 

Find your local chapter or join a community or council at ifma.org 

Related: 5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Local IFMA Chapter

5. Deepen Your Expertise with the Facility Management Journal (FMJ)

Knowledge is power and IFMA’s FMJ magazine keeps you informed on the issues that matter most. Each week, new articles explore topics such as technology integration, sustainability, workplace experience and global facility management best practices — written by and for facility management professionals. 

It’s more than reading material. It’s practical insights you can apply directly to your work. Browse the latest articles and stay current on what’s shaping the profession here.