In this week's episode, Ricardo talks about the Problem Statement. He explains that we often receive a problem with a solution from our customers.
The given solution is not always the correct one; before thinking about how to implement the solution, we need to be clearer about what problem our project is trying to solve.
It is necessary to listen to the us ... Show More
Apr 18
Your Biggest Project Problem Is Not Schedule. It’s Rework
In this episode, Ricardo explains that rework is an invisible yet highly destructive problem in projects. Although organizations measure schedule, cost, and scope, they rarely monitor rework, the effort spent correcting already completed work. This lack of measurement obscures th ... Show More
3m 22s
Apr 12
Anthropic Mythos: When AI Creates Risks We Cannot Predict
In this episode, Ricardo discusses how artificial intelligence is transforming project management by moving beyond being just a tool and becoming an active agent in decision-making and execution. He highlights the emergence of new, unpredictable, and difficult-to-control risks th ... Show More
5m 17s
Apr 5
When Pressure Makes the Decisions
In this episode, Ricardo discusses anxiety in project management, a subtle yet pervasive risk that undermines performance. Constant urgency creates pressure-driven cultures in which clarity fades, and teams react rather than think. Under anxiety, decision quality declines: people ... Show More
3m 23s
Jul 2021
Describe a difficult problem you solved
Since solving problems is part of almost all jobs, preparing an answer to the question, “Describe a difficult problem you solved” is well-invested time. In this episode, I will share a simple, five-step approach to help you formulate a convincing answer that demonstrates that you ... Show More
5m 48s
Aug 2023
PMP Exam Mindset - SCOPE Problem Solving
<p>The Scope Knowledge Area of the PMP exam covers the processes involved in defining, managing, and controlling the project's scope. This includes ensuring that the project includes all of the work that is required, and that no unnecessary work is included.</p>
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12m 6s
Aug 2023
PMP Exam Mindset - INTEGRATION Problem Solving
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<p>The Integration Knowledge Area of the PMP exam covers the processes involved in coordinating and managing the overall project. This includes ensuring that the project's scope, schedule, budget, and quality are aligned, and that changes to the project are managed e ... Show More
13m 17s