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5 Minutes Podcast with Ricardo Vargas

Ricardo Viana Vargas
Project Management
Artificial Intelligence
Openai
Risk Management
Chatgpt
Generative AI
World Economic Forum Global Risk Report 2024
Hype Cycle
Management By Exception
Google
Gemini
Change Management
AI Technology
Remote Project Management
Regulation
World Economic Forum
Ethics
Home Moving
PRINCE2
Societal Values

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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In this episode, Ricardo warns against a common mistake in organizations: believing that more tools and software mean more maturity. Many companies invest in expensive platforms, dashboards, and impeccable reports, but continue to make poor decisions... more

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In this episode, Ricardo reflects on his participation at CES 2026 through the lens of project management, highlighting a structural shift rather than new gadgets. Using LEGO’s smart bricks as an analogy, he explains how projects today extend, not re... more

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In the first episode of 2026, Ricardo warns about the biggest mistake that ruins projects early in the year: saying yes to everything. January brings optimism, pressure for fast results, and a belief that everything is possible, leading to overloaded... more

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In this final episode of 2025, Ricardo proposes a reflection on changes that will profoundly impact projects in 2026. He presents five central insights: the end of projects as isolated islands, which will operate as parts of a continuous value stream... more

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Ricardo Vargas
Host of the 5 Minutes Podcast, with a focus on project, portfolio, and risk management topics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 163 ratings
  • PM insights

    Week after week, Ricardo is able to bring something interesting to listen to, think and apply related to project management. Bravo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zas día
    Spain4 years ago
  • Excellent!

    A lot of helpful and original content, delivered concisely. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JulieAnderton
    United States4 years ago
  • Podcast Addict
    dcolon
    4 years ago
  • Great for engineers and architects

    Ricardo is a PM of engineering projects. His insights are very useful for professional engineers and architects without a formal PM training.

    Well presented, to the point, and easy to implement in real life. Good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ignacio Fernández
    Spain6 years ago
  • Senior Project Manager

    Very thorough advice in 5 minutes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    annevins
    United States8 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the concise delivery of valuable insights pertinent to project management.
The content is frequently described as original and helpful, allowing professionals to apply learnings immediately.
Many find that it caters well to both experienced professionals and those new to project management, indicating accessibility across expertise levels.

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#73
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#45
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A succinct and practical exploration of project, portfolio, and risk management, the podcast is designed for professionals seeking efficient insights into the complexities of project leadership. The host engages with a variety of critical topics, including the latest updates to project management methodologies, the importance of stakeholder communication, and the integration of artificial intelligence within the industry. Unique for its brevity, each episode offers actionable advice that can be readily applied in real-world scenarios, making it particularly beneficial for busy professionals looking to enhance their knowledge without extensive time commitments.

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