Project management is sometimes equated with the visible planning artifacts—timelines, budgets, and reports. But the heart and soul of every project concerns people—their relationships, skills, and ability to work as a team. Understanding people's interests, nurturing relationships, and building a supportive coalition is as crucial as managing tasks, budget, and schedule. The project evolves with emphasis on two often overlapping groups: Stakeholders and team members Stakeholder analysis yields the most accurate insights when done by the core team. One needs to identify the degree of support one needs from each stakeholder, and the degree of support predicted beforehand. Team chemistry can make or break a project; so it is worth the time and effort to build the right expectations from day one. Powerful team‐building occurs when teams use the LogFrame, as it guides the conversation and helps create agreement. It also helps the team avoid tunnel vision, sharpen success factors, and get thing moving swiftly.