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Understanding the GTD: Processing, Projects / Contexts and Execution – Part 2 of 3

In this podcast, Ricardo presents the second episode of the series of three podcasts on Getting Things Done (GTD). He explains what we do with the ideas, appointments etc. that we collect daily. He gives tips on how to organize tasks into projects and contexts and explains each.

Listen to the first episode: http://www.ricardo-vargas.com/podcast...

Understanding the GTD: Introduction, Collection and Processing – Part 1 of 3

In this podcast, Ricardo starts the series of 3 podcasts about the time management method called Getting Things Done, created by David Allen. In this first episode, Ricardo explains what is GTD and comments on how he uses it to organize and get all his work done.

The Importance of Proactivity in Negotiations

In this podcast, Ricardo explains the importance of understanding the difference between passive and proactive behavior in negotiations. He cites the books “Getting Past No” and “Getting To Yes” by William Ury.

Career Transition in Project Management

In this podcast, Ricardo gives tips for those who are wanting to change careers toward Project Management. He talks a bit about his own career and shows how we must be willing to break new ground, expanding our career options.

The Power of Truth in Project Management

In this podcast, Ricardo talks about the power of truth. He stresses that the project manager should speak the truth even if the project status is critical.

There are something to be learned with the Tragedy in Santa Maria

In this podcast, Ricardo talks about the tragedy at the nightclub Kiss in Santa Maria, Brazil. From the viewpoint of project and risk management, Ricardo raises points and makes us think, so that accidents like this never happen again.

The WBS Dictionary

In this podcast, Ricardo talks about the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Dictionary. He explains that this document may be called the work packages instruction manual and gives tips on how to plan well your dictionary.

Understanding the Difference Between Cost and Price

In this podcast, Ricardo talks about the difference between cost and price. Many people are confused and Ricardo explains what’s behind each one, differentiating them.

A Different Podcast: Harry Potter Studios in London

In this first podcast of 2013, Ricardo comments, from the project management perspective, his surprising visit to the Harry Potter Studios in London. How a brilliant idea, through a outstanding execution, has become one of the most successful projects in the world.

See the pictures: http://rvarg.as/harrypotter

Perspectives 2013

In this podcast, Ricardo talks about his perspectives for 2013. He said several issues, among them:
the continued instability in the external and internal scenarios;
strong pressure for results measurement; increasing globalization and why is important to know new countries and their social and economic scenarios.