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Project Managers Movement Leo Coco - Announces Strategic Partnership with Mental Toughness Leader Paul Lyons to Transform Project Leadership Globally

Sydney, Australia – Wednesday 6^th May 2026

Project Managers Movement (PMM), founded by Leo Coco – The Project Managers Success Coach, today announced a strategic partnership with internationally recognised Mental Toughness expert Paul Lyons, marking a significant step toward formally focusing on integrating Mental Toughness into the Project Management profession.

Paul Lyons is an experienced leader and a Mental Toughness Master Practitioner, Founder of AQR Australia New Zealand, the authorised distributor of the leading global mental toughness assessment MTQ Plus and Founder of the Everything Mental Toughness - mental toughness education platform which highlights the Understanding, Measurement and Development of the 4C’s framework (Control, Commitment, Challenge, Confidence) for individuals, leaders, and organisations.

Together, Leo Coco and Paul Lyons are preparing to launch a new Mental Strength & Project Leadership Program designed specifically for project management delivery professionals, combining decades of experience in technology program delivery, leadership, and psychological performance.

A New Standard for Project Leadership

For too long, project management has focused heavily on technical execution—while overlooking the internal capabilities required to lead under pressure.

This partnership aims to change that.

The upcoming program will introduce a structured, measurable approach to Mental Toughness within project environments, equipping professionals to:

Lead with clarity under pressure
Maintain composure in high-stakes delivery environments
Strengthen decision-making and accountability
Navigate uncertainty with confidence and control
Build sustainable performance in demanding roles

The Power of Partnership

This collaboration represents more than a program—it reflects a shared belief in the power of partnership, collaboration, and collective growth.

Project Managers Movement has always stood for creating a space for project management professionals, as you don’t grow in isolation—and this partnership reinforces that commitment by bringing world-class expertise into the community.

Leo Coco, Founder of Project Managers Movement, and also known as The Project Managers Success Coach said:

“This is about raising the standard of our profession. We are no longer just delivering projects—we are leading under pressure, influencing outcomes, and shaping organisations. Mental Toughness is not optional at that level. It’s foundational.”

Paul Lyons, an experienced Mental Toughness Master Practitioner and Founder of AQR Australia New Zealand added:

“Mental Toughness provides a measurable and developable mindset framework for enabling consistent performance and wellbeing whilst experiencing stress and pressure. Bringing this into the project management profession creates an opportunity for project leaders to operate with greater awareness, control, and consistency in complex environments.”

Coming Soon: Mental Strength & Project Leadership Program Launch

The upcoming Mental Strength & Project Leadership Program for Project Delivery Professionals will combine:

The globally recognised 4C’s Mental Toughness Framework
Participants will also complete the MTQ Plus Mental Toughness assessment, one of the most widely used and researched psychometric instruments for measuring mental toughness.
Aligned to the PMI Talent Triangle which identifies three core capability domains required by project professionals
Geared to position yourself for personal growth as a Project Management Professional in alignment with the Project Manager Competency Development Framework
Real-world project leadership scenarios
Practical application across delivery environments
A structured pathway for growth from personal mindset to leadership performance

This program is designed for project professionals who are ready to move beyond theory—and apply mental strength directly to how they lead and deliver programs / projects.

Be Among the First

Registrations for early access will open shortly for our June 2026 program.

This is a limited opportunity for project professionals to be among the first to experience a program that is set to redefine leadership capability within the project management industry.

Will you be one of the first to step forward—and walk away with this unique capability and growth opportunity?

About Project Managers Movement (PMM)

Project Managers Movement (PMM) is a global leadership community founded by Leo Coco, known as The Project Managers Success Coach.

PMM exists to challenge project, program, and portfolio professionals to go beyond delivery, methodology, and technical competence — and step into deeper personal self-mastery, leadership maturity, and professional excellence.

At its core, PMM is built on the belief that great project leaders are not shaped by frameworks alone, but by their character, discipline, resilience, self-awareness, and ability to lead themselves first.

Through powerful conversations, community, coaching, and leadership development, PMM is redefining what excellence looks like across the project profession — helping professionals rise with strength, integrity, and purpose.

About Paul Lyons

Paul Lyons is an experienced Mental Toughness Master Practitioner, Founder of AQR Australia New Zealand and the Everything Mental Toughness Education platform and works with coaches, leaders, and organisations to measure, develop, and apply Mental Toughness using the 4C’s Framework.

Media & Enquiries

For partnership enquiries, interviews, or early access information:

LEO COCO

Founder of Project Managers Movement | The Project Managers Success Coach

M: +61 414 375 543 | E: [email protected]

PAUL LYONS

Leadership & Mental Toughness Expert

M: +61 419 224 875 | E: [email protected]

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