S8E188: The pros and cons of associations and institutes with Adam Boddison (CEO,

In this episode, Adam Boddison, CEO of APM (Association for Project Management), discusses the pros and cons of professional institutions and associations in the project management industry. He emphasizes the importance of education and qualifications in the profession and highlights the need for a common understanding of project success. Adam also addresses the challenge of attracting and retaining project professionals and the role of professional bodies in promoting the profession. In this conversation, Adam Boddison discusses the challenges and opportunities of AI in project management. He emphasizes the importance of data literacy and AI literacy for project professionals, highlighting that AI should be used to be prescriptive rather than just predictive. Adam also addresses the issue of AI hallucinations and the need for organizations to invest in assurance and critical thinking skills. He encourages professionals to join a professional body and emphasizes the welcoming nature of the project management profession.

Takeaways
🍕 Professional institutions and associations play a crucial role in promoting and advancing the project management profession.
🍕 There is a need for a common understanding of project success and a shift in the perception of project management in the media.
🍕 Engagement and active involvement in professional bodies are essential for career development and professional growth.
🍕 The project management profession needs to attract and retain more qualified and experienced professionals to meet the growing demand for projects.
🍕 Professional bodies should focus on raising the profile of the profession in schools and universities to inspire the next generation of project professionals. Project professionals need to be data literate and AI literate to effectively leverage AI in project management.
🍕 AI should be used to be prescriptive, providing guidance and recommendations to avoid potential issues and improve project outcomes.
🍕 Organizations need to invest in assurance and critical thinking skills to identify and address AI hallucinations.
🍕 Joining a professional body, such as APM, can provide valuable support and resources for project professionals.
🍕 The project management profession is welcoming and offers opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Chapters
04:13 Adam's Journey into Project Management
05:37 Defining Project Management
07:52 The Role of APM and its Mission
09:07 Expanding APM's Global Footprint
13:56 Choosing a Professional Body for Career Development
16:54 Engagement with Professional Bodies
22:09 Differentiators of APM
26:07 Shortage of Project Professionals
30:49 Addressing the PR Problem in Project Management
35:14 Project Success and Challenges
41:19 Introduction and Discussion on Major Infrastructure Projects
42:22 The Role of APM and Other Associations in Major Projects
45:13 AI in the Body of Knowledge and the Challenge of Keeping Up
47:47 Collaboration with Government Organizations for Project Assurance
51:15 The Focus on Project Controls in APM
55:26 The Importance of Data and AI Literacy for Project Professionals
01:01:21 The Impact of AI on Project Managers and Project Management Skills
01:07:53 The Future Role of AI as Personal Assistants for Project Professionals
01:12:16 Five Quickfire Questions
01:15:16 Final Thoughts and Encouragement to Join the Project Management Profession

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