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Welcome to Training ByteSize Project Management, a podcast about all things around projects, programmes and portfolios. Our episodes bring you top-tips, such as how to pass your next accredited exam, through to unique industry insights and interviews. 

  1. 26 May

    The Ultimate Guide to AI in Project Management (2026)

    In 2026, the question is no longer if AI will impact project management, but how we govern it. As AI shifts from a novelty to the "engine room" of project delivery, the role of the Project Manager is undergoing its biggest transformation in decades. In this episode, we dive into the core themes of our latest guide, exploring how AI is effectively replacing the "project administrator" and why this creates a critical need for high-level governance. We break down the rise of 'Shadow AI', the unauthorized use of AI tools that threatens data privacy and GDPR compliance and explain why human accountability remains the most important asset in any project lifecycle. What we cover in this briefing: The Administrative Shift: How AI is lifting the heavy lifting of reporting and scheduling, allowing PMs to focus on strategic leadership.The Shadow AI Risk: Why "under the radar" AI use is a fast track to project failure and security breaches.Framework Integration: How AI intersects with existing methodologies like PRINCE2®, APM, and Agile.The Solution: An introduction to the APMG AI Project Governance Framework (AIPGF), the industry standard for secure, ethical, and effective AI deployment.Take the Next Step: Ready to lead the AI transition in your organisation? Safeguard your projects and future-proof your credentials with the APMG AI Project Governance Framework (AIPGF) Certification 2026. 👉 View the Course and Get Certified Here Read the full Guide: Check out the deep-dive blog post mentioned in this episode: 🔗 The Ultimate Guide to AI in Project Management (2026) About Training ByteSize: We are a family-run project management training company dedicated to helping individuals and organisations achieve their full potential. With over 25 years of experience, we provide world-class, accredited training across the most globally recognised frameworks. Take Your Career Further: 📚 Explore Our Courses: View all project management certifications💡 Free Resources: Read our latest blogs and guides🎓 Corporate Solutions: Enquire about training for your teamConnect With Our Community: LinkedIn: Follow us for industry news & insightsYouTube: Watch our expert tutorials and student storiesFacebook: @trainingbytesizeEnjoying the Podcast? If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us continue to provide high-quality content for...

    3 min
  2. 20/10/2025

    Analysing Learning Needs With KSA Charts ( Change Management Practitioner Microlesson )

    When major change hits, training isn't just about showing people the new system—it's about building new capabilities. This advanced Microlesson introduces the essential tool for any serious Change Management Practitioner: the KSA Chart (Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes) for precise learning needs analysis. Moving past guesswork, the KSA chart provides a structured, detailed framework for understanding what people need to learn and unlearn to thrive in the new environment. Tune in to master this powerful analytical tool, transforming your learning strategy from a generic effort into a surgical intervention that ensures competence and drives adoption. About Training ByteSize: We are a family-run project management training company dedicated to helping individuals and organisations achieve their full potential. With over 25 years of experience, we provide world-class, accredited training across the most globally recognised frameworks. Take Your Career Further: 📚 Explore Our Courses: View all project management certifications💡 Free Resources: Read our latest blogs and guides🎓 Corporate Solutions: Enquire about training for your teamConnect With Our Community: LinkedIn: Follow us for industry news & insightsYouTube: Watch our expert tutorials and student storiesFacebook: @trainingbytesizeEnjoying the Podcast? If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us continue to provide high-quality content for...

    2 min
  3. 20/10/2025

    Driving Change, Understanding The Key Roles in Reaching Critical Mass ( Change Management Practitioner Microlesson )

    Change initiatives often stall, not because of a bad plan, but because they fail to achieve Critical Mass—that tipping point where momentum becomes unstoppable. This essential Microlesson dissects the key roles responsible for generating, supporting, and executing change across the organisation. Tune in to learn how to identify, activate, and align these three critical groups to move your change from a handful of believers to an organisation-wide mandate, ensuring your project delivers its intended benefits. About Training ByteSize: We are a family-run project management training company dedicated to helping individuals and organisations achieve their full potential. With over 25 years of experience, we provide world-class, accredited training across the most globally recognised frameworks. Take Your Career Further: 📚 Explore Our Courses: View all project management certifications💡 Free Resources: Read our latest blogs and guides🎓 Corporate Solutions: Enquire about training for your teamConnect With Our Community: LinkedIn: Follow us for industry news & insightsYouTube: Watch our expert tutorials and student storiesFacebook: @trainingbytesizeEnjoying the Podcast? If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us continue to provide high-quality content for...

    2 min
  4. 20/10/2025

    The Great Learning Styles Debate, A Practical Guide For Trainers ( Change Manager Practitioner Microlesson )

    For years, trainers relied on Learning Styles models (like VARK) to tailor training, believing that people learn best when information is matched to their preferred style (visual, auditory, kinesthetic, etc.). But what does modern cognitive science say about this theory? Beyond V-A-R-K: What Really Drives Learning This practical Microlesson cuts through the controversy to give you the advanced, evidence-based approach to designing change training that truly sticks. Tune in to upgrade your change training skills and align your practice with the latest in cognitive psychology. About Training ByteSize: We are a family-run project management training company dedicated to helping individuals and organisations achieve their full potential. With over 25 years of experience, we provide world-class, accredited training across the most globally recognised frameworks. Take Your Career Further: 📚 Explore Our Courses: View all project management certifications💡 Free Resources: Read our latest blogs and guides🎓 Corporate Solutions: Enquire about training for your teamConnect With Our Community: LinkedIn: Follow us for industry news & insightsYouTube: Watch our expert tutorials and student storiesFacebook: @trainingbytesizeEnjoying the Podcast? If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us continue to provide high-quality content for...

    2 min
  5. 20/10/2025

    5 Principle for Building Engagement in a Changing World ( Change Management Foundation Microlesson )

    In an era of constant transformation, employee engagement isn't a bonus—it's the engine of successful change. This practical Microlesson cuts through the noise to deliver five actionable principles that foundationally shift how you lead people through change. This episode focuses on moving your workforce beyond simply complying with a new process to genuinely committing to the new way of working. You will learn the 5 critical principles for building enduring engagement: Lead with Purpose: Why a clear, compelling reason for change must always precede the plan.Visible Advocacy: The non-negotiable role of active and visible sponsorship in legitimising the change.Two-Way Dialogue: How to move past broadcast communication and create genuine feedback loops that capture valuable insights and address concerns.Empower Local Leaders: The necessity of equipping people managers with the tools and authority to guide their teams through daily changes.Celebrate Early Wins: The power of recognising and reinforcing initial successes to build momentum and demonstrate progress.Tune in to quickly gain a solid, foundational understanding of how to make your change stick by putting the human element—engagement—at the center of your strategy. About Training ByteSize: We are a family-run project management training company dedicated to helping individuals and organisations achieve their full potential. With over 25 years of experience, we provide world-class, accredited training across the most globally recognised frameworks. Take Your Career Further: 📚 Explore Our Courses: View all project management certifications💡 Free Resources: Read our latest blogs and guides🎓 Corporate Solutions: Enquire about training for your teamConnect With Our Community: LinkedIn: Follow us for industry news & insightsYouTube: Watch our expert tutorials and student storiesFacebook: @trainingbytesizeEnjoying the Podcast? If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us continue to provide high-quality content for...

    3 min
  6. 20/10/2025

    Master The Art of Change, How To Affectively Assess Impact ( Change Management Foundation Microlesson )

    Before you launch any major change, you must first answer a critical question: "Who is affected, and how significantly?" This focused Microlesson provides the foundational tools and techniques for conducting a robust Change Impact Assessment (CIA). Understanding technical changes is not enough; you must quantify the impact on roles, processes, and people. A solid CIA is the bedrock of your entire change management plan. Tune in to master this essential change management discipline, ensuring you target your resources effectively and minimise disruption for those on the front lines. About Training ByteSize: We are a family-run project management training company dedicated to helping individuals and organisations achieve their full potential. With over 25 years of experience, we provide world-class, accredited training across the most globally recognised frameworks. Take Your Career Further: 📚 Explore Our Courses: View all project management certifications💡 Free Resources: Read our latest blogs and guides🎓 Corporate Solutions: Enquire about training for your teamConnect With Our Community: LinkedIn: Follow us for industry news & insightsYouTube: Watch our expert tutorials and student storiesFacebook: @trainingbytesizeEnjoying the Podcast? If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us continue to provide high-quality content for...

    2 min
  7. 20/10/2025

    One-Way vs. Two-Way Communication in Change Management ( Change Management Foundation Microlesson )

    Communication is the bloodstream of change, but not all messages are created equal. This focused Microlesson explores the fundamental difference between One-Way and Two-Way communication and why the mix you choose can make or break your change initiative. Successful change leaders understand that effective communication is a balance between sharing necessary information and actively listening to the people affected. Tune in to master the most critical component of change management and ensure your communication strategy is driving, not derailing, your project. About Training ByteSize: We are a family-run project management training company dedicated to helping individuals and organisations achieve their full potential. With over 25 years of experience, we provide world-class, accredited training across the most globally recognised frameworks. Take Your Career Further: 📚 Explore Our Courses: View all project management certifications💡 Free Resources: Read our latest blogs and guides🎓 Corporate Solutions: Enquire about training for your teamConnect With Our Community: LinkedIn: Follow us for industry news & insightsYouTube: Watch our expert tutorials and student storiesFacebook: @trainingbytesizeEnjoying the Podcast? If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us continue to provide high-quality content for...

    2 min
  8. 19/10/2025

    Mapping Stakeholder Empathy for Effective Change ( Change Management Foundation Microlesson )

    To successfully implement change, you must first understand the journey your stakeholders are on. This short, practical episode focuses on the foundational Change Management technique of Stakeholder Empathy Mapping. Understanding the Human Element of Change Discover how moving beyond simple stakeholder identification to truly mapping their experience—what they See, Think, Feel, and Do—can transform your change strategy. This crucial skill turns generalised change plans into personalised strategies, making the human side of your project manageable and ensuring the change sticks. Tune in to master the art of empathetic change leadership! About Training ByteSize: We are a family-run project management training company dedicated to helping individuals and organisations achieve their full potential. With over 25 years of experience, we provide world-class, accredited training across the most globally recognised frameworks. Take Your Career Further: 📚 Explore Our Courses: View all project management certifications💡 Free Resources: Read our latest blogs and guides🎓 Corporate Solutions: Enquire about training for your teamConnect With Our Community: LinkedIn: Follow us for industry news & insightsYouTube: Watch our expert tutorials and student storiesFacebook: @trainingbytesizeEnjoying the Podcast? If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us continue to provide high-quality content for...

    3 min

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Welcome to Training ByteSize Project Management, a podcast about all things around projects, programmes and portfolios. Our episodes bring you top-tips, such as how to pass your next accredited exam, through to unique industry insights and interviews. 

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