This podcast helps you to enhance your knowledge in project management and supports you in your PMP/CAPM preparation
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Since 2007, Ricardo Vargas publishes the 5 Minutes Podcast where he addresses in a quick and practical way the main topics on project, portfolio and risk management.
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This is a show that gives listeners an in-depth knowledge of the project management everyday language.
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We help project managers pass the CAPM and PMP certification exams with our fun and interactive online courses.
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This podcast is all about learning and sharing knowledge for PMI® - PMP® certification. We'll use simple language and day to day examples to focus on learning. It will take dedication and grit. HUSTLE! It's Grind season Homie. See you on the other side. All the best. PMI®, PMP®, CAPM®, PgMP®, PMBOK®; and the PMI®; Registered Education Provider logo are registered trademarks of the Project Management Institute, Inc
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Boost Team Efficiency & Pass PMP in Your First Attempt – Here's How! | PMP | KalpaTharu Consulting
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Discover the essential leadership traits every project manager needs to effectively manage Agile projects, predictive projects, and ongoing operations. Learn the key qualities that should be top of mind to tackle people-based PMP exam questions with confidence. #agile #teammanagement #projectmanager #projectmanagement #pmp #pmpexam #pmpexamprep #pm…
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Making Sense of Why We Developed the AI-Driven Project Manager Credential
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In this episode, Ricardo introduces the AI-Driven Project Manager Certification, explaining the rationale behind this certification. He highlights the growing hype around AI, with many project managers using AI terms without understanding the technology. The certification aims to ensure that professionals have the knowledge needed to manage AI-driv…
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What is PMI testing you in PMP Exam? People, Process & Business environment. You will learn: * How effective you are in team management and stakeholder management? * How effective you are in managing the processes, be in scope, schedule, cost, quality, change management? * Are you aware of the Business environmental both internal and external to th…
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3 Strategies to Tackle Your Endless Project Backlog
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In this podcast, Ricardo talks about the common problem of project backlogs that grow instead of shrinking. He offers three practical tips for managing them effectively: (1) Accept that your backlog will never be empty. (2) Prioritize tasks through “radical prioritization,” focusing only on what really matters and delegating or discarding the rest.…
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Why Do 90% of People Not Become PMP Certified and How Can You Overcome It? | KalpaTharu Consulting
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In this video, we explore the reasons why 90% of people who start their PMP certification journey never complete it. From common challenges like time management and exam preparation to misunderstandings about the process, we break down the barriers that stop many aspiring project managers from achieving their goal. More importantly, we provide acti…
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Quick Tips on Crafting Effective Prompts for Generative AI Tools
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Ricardo talks about PMI’s AI Prompt Engineering for Project Managers course in this episode. He highlights the importance of crafting effective prompts using AI tools like ChatGPT. Essential guidelines include being specific, providing context, setting the right tone, knowing your audience, ensuring clarity, and using structured prompts. Ricardo al…
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Mastering Sprint Planning: Tips for Effective Agile Meetings | PMP | Project Management
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In this video, you will learn the essentials of a Sprint Planning meeting, where Scrum team come together to define goals and tasks for the upcoming sprint. This video also covers the nuances of the meeting, the does and don’ts of the meeting and the role of the scrum team. #sprint #sprintplanning #scrum #scrumteam #scrummeeting #pmp #projectmanage…
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OKRs and KPIs: Two Essential, Yet Distinct Metrics
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In this episode, Ricardo explains the differences between OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators). While both are measurement tools, they serve different purposes. KPIs track ongoing processes, offering real-time insights into performance, such as project progress in terms of time and cost. OKRs, on the other hand, a…
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What is PMP? Is it the key to your Career Growth? | KalpaTharu Consulting
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Are you curious about the PMP certification and how it can boost your career in project management?In this video, we break down everything you need to know about the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.Learn about:What is PMP?What is covers? How is it helpful in your career ? Which industries PMP is applicable?Want to learn how to a…
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My Personal Reply to a Thoughtful Critique About Advocating for AI in Project Management
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In this podcast, Ricardo addresses a skeptical comment about AI's impact on project management, specifically questioning whether AI will diminish the role of project managers and PMI's responsibility in shutting down AI. Ricardo emphasizes that neither he nor his colleague Antonio are pushing an AI agenda for profit. Instead, they believe in AI's t…
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Emotions in Motion: Unveiling Plutchik’s Wheel in Project Management
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In this episode, Ricardo talks about the importance of understanding emotions in project management, emphasizing that human challenges often outweigh technical ones. He introduces the "Wheel of Emotions" by Robert Plutchik, which categorizes eight primary emotions into pairs of opposites, helping project managers recognize and manage emotions in th…
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Fasten Your Seatbelts: The Project Manager Is Missing
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What happens when a project loses the project manager or an absolutely critical member? In this episode, Ricardo discusses the challenges of changing project manager mid-project. He explains that it is costly and risky due to potential accountability issues, where the new manager may blame the predecessor. To mitigate these issues, he advises keepi…
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Why I Should Care About The Virtuous Cycle When Developing an AI Project?
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In this episode, Ricardo discusses the virtuous cycle in AI development, based on Andrew Ng's Coursera course, "AI for Everyone," and highlights the importance of creating AI projects that intersect with business value. Ricardo explains that more data improves algorithms and services, attracting more users, which generates more data and creates a v…
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Global Tech Meltdown: How Secure is Your Project?
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In this episode, Ricardo discusses a recent global computer meltdown that affected 1% of Microsoft Windows computers, causing chaos across multiple industries. He comments on the risks of relying on unique technologies, using an example from his own business. Ricardo distributes his technological needs among several suppliers (Apple, Google, AWS, D…
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OpenAI: Mastering Stakeholder Communication with the New 5-Level AI Scale
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In this episode, Ricardo discusses the OpenAI ranking to classify AI systems, highlighting the importance of clearly communicating these advances to the general public. The ranking has five levels: 1- Chatbots that support but do not replace jobs, 2 - Systems that solve problems at the human level, 3 - AI capable of taking action, Innovative AI, 4 …
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Like it or Not: You Must Master the Political Landscape of Projects
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In this episode, Ricardo talks about the importance of understanding the political aspects of project management. Effective project delivery isn't just about planning, budgeting, risk analysis, or stakeholder management; it requires the management of human interactions and political dynamics. Ricardo gives four main tips: influence mapping to under…
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Managing Change Fatigue: Shaping the Path to Project Resilience
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In this episode, Ricardo talks about the fatigue of change, and the constant need for adaptability. Frequent changes can lead to frustration, apathy and reduced team productivity. To manage this, Ricardo suggests three tips: open and transparent communication to explain changes and listen to feedback; empathy to support and recognize team challenge…
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Bad News? Communicate - Importance of Communication with stakeholders | PMP | KalpaTharu Consulting
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Regular and frequent interaction is mandatory with our stakeholders. Regular update of project status is required to be done even if the project is not doing well.#badnews #stakeholders #communication #importanceofcommunication
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Why Is It So Hard to Accept That Our Project Is in Trouble?
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In this episode, Ricardo talks about the difficulty of recognizing a project in crisis and offers three reasons why this is challenging. First, cultural stigma prevents leaders from admitting failure, as it can imply incompetence. Secondly, the belief that problems can be solved unnoticed is misleading since recovering from a crisis requires much m…
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Shaping Social Behaviors in Projects with the SCARF Model
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In this episode, Ricardo explores the SCARF model, a powerful framework developed by neuroscientist David Rock to understand and manage social behaviors in projects. He examines the five key domains of SCARF: Status, Certainty, Autonomy, Relatedness, and Fairness—and discusses how each of these elements can significantly impact team dynamics and pr…
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Generative AI in Projects: When Proper Use Turns into Cheating
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In this episode, Ricardo discusses the misconception that using AI tools like ChatGPT is cheating. He distinguishes between ethical and unethical uses of AI. Using AI to improve communication or generate ideas is fair if the user remains the intellectual author. However, passing off AI-generated work as your own, such as writing articles for public…
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Mastering the Balance: Exploration and Exploitation in Artificial Intelligence Projects
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In this episode of the 5 Minutes Podcast, Ricardo discusses the crucial balance between exploration and exploitation in the context of AI and business. Exploration involves researching and innovating, similar to analyzing multiple doors to understand the best option. However, at some point, organizations must shift to exploitation, applying their f…
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Tuckman Ladder Theory!! The team formation go throughs different stages. Understanding the dynamics of team is very essential to make the team effective and to deliver results #team #teammanagement #projectmanagement #tuckman #tuckmanladdertheory #teamformation #pmp #kalpatharu #kalpatharuconsulting
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Bracelets, Beats, and Big Stages: Project Management Lessons from a Taylor Swift Concert
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In this podcast, Ricardo shares his experience attending the Taylor Swift concert with his daughter, highlighting what he learned. Initially skeptical, he was impressed by the event's importance to the young audience, teaching him the importance of understanding stakeholders. He was impressed with the flawless execution of the show, which featured …
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What is the PMP application process? Should you have to submit any proof while submitting application form? How long it takes to approve the application form ? Watch to get the answers and more!! #PMP #pmpexam #pmpapplicationprocess #howtoapplyforpmp #kalpatharu #kalpatharuconsulting
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Artificial Emotional Intelligence (AEI) Will Have Wide-Ranging Impacts on Society
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In this episode, Ricardo discusses his recent article on artificial emotional intelligence (AEI), published with André Barcauí at the London School of Economics Business Review. AEI can significantly improve employment, healthcare, education, and negotiation by identifying small emotional clues. For instance, Character.ai allows users to interact w…
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Three Things to Keep in Mind While Managing the Crisis With the Rain in the South of Brazil
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In this podcast, Ricardo discusses the severe flooding crisis in Southern Brazil, emphasizing three key points. First, focus on immediate rescue and safety, not on blame. Authorities should prioritize evacuating people, providing basic needs, and ensuring shelters. Second, protect the vulnerable, such as women and children, from potential abuse in …
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Where everyone thinks alike, no one thinks very much
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In this episode, Ricardo discusses how the film "The Social Network" prompted him to think creatively. By encouraging people to focus on novel concepts rather than mundane routines, he reinforces the importance of escaping the conformity cycle. Ricardo argues that in order to improve one's creative and problem-solving abilities, one should seek out…
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Information Radiator | PMP | KalpaTharu Consulting
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Information Radiator is to highlight performance data in an easily understandable format. It is in-line with Agile project requirement to ensure there is transparency in the project. #informationradiator #information #radiator #performancedata #agile #kalpatharu #kalpatharuconsulting
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Navigating the Fog: Is This a Project Crisis or Just a Challenge?
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In this episode, Ricardo talks about the challenges and crises in project management. He emphasizes that projects naturally encounter difficulties, such as delays, stakeholder issues, and risks, which are manageable. A crisis occurs when these challenges exceed the ability to deal with them, necessitating significant changes in behavior and approac…
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