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Ricardo Vargas, PhD
Ricardo Vargas, PhD
Global authority in project, portfolio and risk management
July 6, 2026 · 11:50 AMOpen link ↗View on Instagram ↗

Good morning and happy Monday!! ☀️ Today, on the #5minpodcast, I want to challenge a belief that quietly damages many projects: the idea that every missed deadline means the project is late. Not because deadlines do not matter. Not because discipline, accountability, or execution are no longer important. But because sometimes the real problem is not delay. Sometimes the problem is that the plan was unrealistic from day one. There is a big difference between a late project and an impossible plan. And confusing the two creates unnecessary pressure, frustration, and unfair expectations for the team. 🔗 To explore this topic further, listen to the full episode here: https://ricardo-vargas.com/podcasts/ The episode is also available in Portuguese (just switch to PT on the link) and on all major podcast platforms like Spotify, SoundCloud, and Apple Podcasts. Wishing you an insightful week ahead. 🔁 Ricardo #5minpodcast #ProjectManagement #Planning #Leadership Execution Uncertainty Schedule ProjectPlanning