BOOK REVIEW
Book Title: AI Project Power: Reimagining Your Role in the Age of AI
Author: Mei Lin
Publisher: FNova Publishing, LLC
List Price: $15.99
Format: Paperback, 159 pages
Publication Date: August 2025
ISBN: (Print) 978-1-951486-05-1 (Kindle) 978-1-951486-07-5
Reviewer: Rosolayn (Ros) Johnson, MEd, CSM, CCMP
Review Date: October 2025
Introduction
AI Project Power: Reimagining Your Role in the Age of AI arrives at a critical time where concerns of AI replacing jobs in the project management space are prevalent. Author Mei Lin encourages members of this astute (project management) profession to adopt AI as a transformational capability while holding on to the beauty of being humans who enhance the value of work, teams, and overall livelihood.
Overview of Book’s Structure
The book is organized into clear thematic sections that not only guide readers from core concepts of AI but references how the role of a PPPM (Project Program Portfolio Manager) acts as the Human in the Loop (HITL) to maximize collaboration between humans and AI. Early chapters provide accessible explanations of what AI is and what it is not through demystifying terminology and without overwhelming readers.
The structure of the book flows seamlessly into AI integration strategies which offer concrete examples of where AI can streamline daily processes, improve risk forecasting, and strengthen stakeholder communication.
The structure supports progressive learning, allowing readers to build confidence before exploring more advanced concepts.
Highlights
One of the book’s biggest strengths is its consistent theme of practical integration. Instead of spending too much time on theory, Lin lightly touches on core concepts and emphasizes the importance of safeguarding company information during the use of AI. She highlights safety and legal responsibilities of project professionals while providing real-world scenarios where AI augments routine PPPM tasks.
Another compelling takeaway is how Lin solidifies the value of the PPPMs humanity while highlighting AI driven accelerated execution strategies. Skillfully, the author reinforces the indispensable value of the HITL’s brain power to add context, drive ethical decision-making, and support stakeholder alignment.
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How to cite this work: Author Johnson, R. (2025). AI Project Power: Reimagining Your Role in the Age of AI, book review, PM World Journal, Vol. XIV, Issue XII, December. Available online at https://pmworldlibrary.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/pmwj159-Dec2025-Johnson-AI-Project-Power-book-review.pdf
About the Reviewer
Rosolayn Johnson
Texas, USA
Rosolayn (Ros) Johnson, MEd, CSM, CCMP is a certified Scrum Master, change management practitioner, and business owner who loves learning the latest technology advancements. Her strategic organizational experience spans across both educational and corporate sectors. She can be contacted at ros@tablesetllc.com
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