Why Smart People Get Generic Results From AI

How AI Can Help You Make Better Project Decisions

Projects are, in many ways, a collection of decisions. But when work is moving fast, information is scattered, and the stakes are high, making a well-informed call isn’t always straightforward. AI can pull together more context than any one person could realistically hold in their head—but that doesn’t mean we should hand over the decision-making reins. Galen Low sits down with Cali Collins, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of Optimality, to explore how AI can support better decisions without removing humans from the equation. They dig into decision context, bias, traceability, accountability, and why the rise of AI could actually make project leaders more—not less—important. Resources from this episode: * Join the Digital Project Manager Community [https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com/free-account/] * Subscribe to the newsletter [https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com/subscribe/] to get our latest articles and podcasts * Connect with Cali on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cali139/] * Visit Optimality [https://optimalitypro.com/]

What It Really Takes to Build AI for Government

Government projects are often dismissed as slow, bureaucratic, and overly reliant on expensive consultants. But according to William Moroz, that narrative is increasingly outdated. Drawing on experience across both government and consulting, William explains how modern public sector teams are leading ambitious, mission-driven initiatives with a stronger focus on accountability, transparency, and measurable public value. In this conversation, Galen and William explore how AI is reshaping government procurement, why collaboration is replacing traditional vendor relationships, and what it really takes to become a trusted government collaborator. From auditability and AI literacy to balancing innovation with responsible governance, this episode offers a grounded look at delivering technology that serves citizens—not just stakeholders. Resources from this episode: * Join the Digital Project Manager Community [https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com/free-account/] * Subscribe to the newsletter [https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com/subscribe/] to get our latest articles and podcasts * Connect with William on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-moroz-6270941b/]

Why Smart People Get Generic Results From AI

Generative AI is changing how project teams work—but too many professionals are still treating it like a smarter search engine. The result? Generic prompts, generic outputs, and a growing tendency to trust polished responses without applying the critical thinking that makes great project leaders valuable in the first place. In this episode, Galen Low sits down with AI consultant and educator Mashhood Ahmed to explore why curiosity, context, and strategic questioning matter more than ever. Together, they unpack how AI can amplify—not replace—human judgment, and share practical ways leaders can help their teams move beyond surface-level prompting toward more thoughtful, effective collaboration with AI. Resources from this episode: * Join the Digital Project Manager Community [https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com/free-account/] * Subscribe to the newsletter [https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com/subscribe/] to get our latest articles and podcasts * Connect with Mashhood on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mashhood/] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@mashhood.net] * Visit M1 Consultants Inc. [https://www.m1consultants.net/]

Why 70% of Digital Transformations Still Fail (And How AI Can Help)

Digital transformation has been a business buzzword for decades—but despite years of experience, most enterprise transformation initiatives still fail. Why? And can AI finally help organizations break the cycle? In this episode, Galen Low sits down with Rick Catalano, founder and CEO of AMIGO and author of The AI Project Manager, to unpack why large-scale transformation projects continue to struggle, what AI can (and can't) solve, and why the future of project leadership is less about replacing people and more about helping them make better decisions. Resources from this episode: * Join the Digital Project Manager Community [https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com/free-account/] * Subscribe to the newsletter [https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com/subscribe/] to get our latest articles and podcasts * Connect with Rick on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardjcatalano/] * Visit AMIGO [https://goamigo.co/] * Check out Rick’s book – “The AI Project Manager: The Framework for Successful AI-Enabled Enterprise Transformation [https://www.amazon.com/Project-Manager-Successful-AI-Enabled-Transformation/dp/B0GRGW6TCD]”

How the Construction Industry is Laying the Groundwork for the Future of AI PM

Project management in construction is often dismissed as traditional, but when it comes to AI and data, the industry may be further ahead than many people realize. In this conversation, James Garner, Head of AI and Data at Gleeds and founder of Project Flux, shares why construction is becoming a proving ground for AI adoption—and what project professionals in every industry can learn from it. From overcoming resistance to new technology to navigating career shifts and building AI literacy, James offers a refreshingly balanced perspective on the future of project management. Whether you're leading digital initiatives or considering a career pivot, this episode explores why judgment, curiosity, and creativity will become even more valuable in the age of AI. Resources from this episode: * Join the Digital Project Manager Community [https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com/free-account/] * Subscribe to the newsletter [https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com/subscribe/] to get our latest articles and podcasts * Connect with James on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesgarner1976/] * Visit Gleeds [https://www.gleeds.com/] and Project Flux [https://www.projectflux.ai/]