Peter Weill reads MIT CISR's August 2024 research briefing, which he co-authored with Elizabeth van den Berg, Jason Birnbaum, and Maxime de Planta. See the text version and related content at https://cisr.mit.edu/publication/2024_0801_RealTimeBusiness_WeillvanderBergBirnbaumdePlanta.

Abstract: In a study with Insight Partners, we found that companies operating in the top quartile versus the bottom quartile of “real-time-ness” had more than 50 percent higher revenue growth and net margins—a huge premium. The top-quartile companies automated processes and enabled fast decisions by employees at all levels using trusted and easily accessible data. Real-time decision-making enables digital customer journeys that are more seamless, empowered employee experiences, and increased business agility. This briefing describes what it takes to become a real-time business. We dig into the performance premium and illustrate the journey of becoming a real-time business with a case study of United Airlines.

What’s Next: Top Performers Are Becoming Real-Time Businesses

In this audio version of "Critical Thinking in the Age of AI: Navigating the Future with Clarity and Sovereignty," - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/critical-thinking-age-ai-navigating-future-clarity-sovereignty-gray-shdfc

We explore the essential role of critical thinking in a world increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence. 

As technology continues to evolve, understanding how to navigate information overload and make informed decisions is more important than ever. 

Join us as we discuss strategies for maintaining clarity and sovereignty in our digital lives, emphasizing the importance of ethical considerations and mindful consumption in an AI-driven landscape.

Critical Thinking In The Age Of AI  Navigating The Future With Clarity And Sovereignty

Burnout is familiar to all entrepreneurs and takes its toll. Gabriel Parisi-Amon, founder of Nebia, which was acquired by Brondell, takes on the “perfect founder” myth and asks us to reconsider the system that inevitably leads to burnout. Parisi-Amon offers practical advice on priorities and perspectives for founders at any stage. Through examples from his own experience as a founder, he reminds us that failing to prioritize and personally understand what work you should be doing, will inevitably lead to burnout. 

This talk first aired on May 18, 2018 
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Gabriel Parisi-Amon (Nebia Shower) - A Burnout Manifesto [ETL Looks Back]

In this episode of the #5minpodcast, Ricardo discusses a challenge every project manager faces: making and living with imperfect decisions. He explains that critical project decisions are often open-ended and filled with uncertainty, unlike the straightforwardness of mathematical problems. Ricardo shares three practical tips he uses to navigate complex, high-stakes scenarios, helping project managers embrace uncertainty and turn imperfect decisions into opportunities.
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How to Make and Live with Imperfect Decisions in Projects

Neste episódio do #5minpodcast, Ricardo discute um desafio que todo gerente de projeto enfrenta: tomar e viver com decisões imperfeitas. Ele explica que decisões críticas de projeto são frequentemente abertas e cheias de incerteza, diferentemente da simplicidade dos problemas matemáticos. Ricardo compartilha três dicas práticas que ele usa para navegar em cenários complexos e de alto risco, ajudando gerentes de projeto a abraçar a incerteza e transformar decisões imperfeitas em oportunidades.
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Como Tomar e Viver com Decisões Imperfeitas em Projetos

In this episode of Strategic Leadership in the AI Era, Brian C Jensen explores how artificial intelligence can significantly enhance leadership decision-making. AI excels in processing vast amounts of data quickly, providing predictive and prescriptive insights that help leaders make more informed, data-driven decisions. Brian highlights real-world examples of AI in action, from financial risk assessments to optimizing supply chain management. He emphasizes that while AI is a powerful tool, it should complement, not replace, human judgment. Leaders are encouraged to balance AI insights with their own expertise, ensuring well-rounded and effective decision-making.

Key Takeaways:

1. Use AI as a tool to provide data-driven insights, not a substitute for human judgment.
2. Combine AI analytics with intuition, experience, and emotional intelligence for optimal decisions.
3. Build decision-making frameworks where AI insights are integrated into the broader strategic context.

Consider how you can incorporate AI into your decision-making process. Start by exploring AI-driven tools or platforms that could provide actionable insights for your business. Don’t forget to follow and share this episode with others who want to enhance their decision-making with AI!

Enhancing Decision-Making with AI Intelligence

418 Sadgamaya  - Q & A - How do we cultivate effortless decision-making?

I believe that in my life all things have purpose. So today I'm sharing a lesson I learned while recording today's podcast, "Well" and "h*ll yes" are not the same thing. If you are a recovering people pleaser, or tend to find yourself in awkward situations, this podcast episode is for you.

Well & H*ll Yes Are Not the Same

Dr. Josiah Hill delves into the concept of decision-making as a system rather than a skill. He emphasizes the importance of integrating various elements, such as situational awareness, to enhance response accuracy. The key takeaway is to adopt a systemic approach for better decision-making in high-pressure situations.

Dr. Josiah Hill | Decision-Making as a System

“The Scarcity Spell” captures the psychological tension of urgent desire and limited time. This 142 BPM psytrance track drives forward with rolling basslines, mesmerizing acid synth waves, and ritualistic tribal percussion, weaving an immersive rhythm that reflects the urgency of "now or never."

Subtle handpan textures, atmospheric drones, and distant whispered vocals evoke the trance of being seduced by something slipping away.
Inspired by scarcity heuristics and consumer urgency psychology, the track conjures the feeling of being enchanted by pressure—a spell of narrowed focus, distorted value, and emotional pull.

A sonic mirror of the mind under scarcity — and the trance that follows.

The Scarcity Spell

In this episode, Ricardo announces the release of the second global research on AI in project management, co-authored with Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez. Compared to their first study two years ago, AI has moved from experimentation to mainstream adoption. The 2025 report, based on insights from 870 professionals in 97 countries, shows that AI familiarity has doubled, and over two-thirds now use AI tools daily. Nearly half of organizations report cost reductions, and 25% achieved over $250,000 ROI. The greatest benefits appear in scaling, risk management, and forecasting. Barriers have shifted from technical to cultural and ethical. By 2028, 42% of organizations expect AI copilots to manage most projects. AI won’t replace humans but enhance leadership and decision-making. Download the free report at pmairevolution.com.

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The Future Has Arrived: The Second Global Research on AI in Project Management

Neste episódio, Ricardo anuncia o lançamento da segunda pesquisa global sobre IA em gerenciamento de projetos, em coautoria com Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez. Em comparação com o primeiro estudo, realizado há dois anos, a IA passou da experimentação para a adoção generalizada. O relatório de 2025, baseado em insights de 870 profissionais em 97 países, mostra que a familiaridade com IA dobrou e mais de dois terços agora usam ferramentas de IA diariamente. Quase metade das organizações relatam reduções de custos e 25% alcançaram um ROI superior a US$ 250.000. Os maiores benefícios aparecem em escala, gerenciamento de riscos e previsão. As barreiras deixaram de ser técnicas e passaram a ser culturais e éticas. Até 2028, 42% das organizações esperam que copilotos de IA gerenciem a maioria dos projetos. A IA não substituirá os humanos, mas aprimorará a liderança e a tomada de decisões. Baixe o relatório gratuito em pmairevolution.com.

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O Futuro Chegou: A Segunda Pesquisa Global sobre IA em Projetos

In this episode, Ricardo discusses the role of luck and probability in project management. He explains that while luck can influence outcomes, it favors those who are prepared. Probability, he says, is not a prediction but a decision-making tool that helps manage uncertainty. Effective project managers turn randomness into results through preparation: identifying risks, creating contingency plans, defining triggers, and building buffers. Ricardo also warns against hindsight bias, which makes us underestimate luck after success. He recommends modeling uncertainty with scenarios, using simulations for high-risk decisions, protecting the critical path with buffers, and designing flexibility into projects. True management, he concludes, is not about eliminating luck but shaping how it affects outcomes—turning uncertainty into smarter choices and opportunities.
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Luck, Probability, and Risk: What Is Really Under Your Control in Projects

Neste episódio, Ricardo discute o papel da sorte e da probabilidade na gestão de projetos. Ele explica que, embora a sorte possa influenciar os resultados, ela favorece aqueles que estão preparados. A probabilidade, segundo ele, não é uma previsão, mas uma ferramenta de tomada de decisão que ajuda a gerenciar a incerteza. Gerentes de projeto eficazes transformam a aleatoriedade em resultados por meio da preparação: identificando riscos, criando planos de contingência, definindo gatilhos e construindo reservas. Ricardo também alerta para o viés da retrospectiva, que nos faz subestimar a sorte após o sucesso. Ele recomenda modelar a incerteza com cenários, usar simulações para decisões de alto risco, proteger o caminho crítico com reservas e incorporar flexibilidade aos projetos. A verdadeira gestão, conclui ele, não se trata de eliminar a sorte, mas de moldar como ela afeta os resultados — transformando a incerteza em escolhas e oportunidades mais inteligentes.
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Sorte, Probabilidade e Risco: o que realmente está sob seu controle nos projetos

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With over a decade of experience in the management consulting arena, Brian has honed his skills in a myriad of sectors, ranging from strategy formulation to digital transformation, and from risk management to organizational design. His expertise is not just limited to theoretical knowledge; it’s grounded in real-world applications, having collaborated with a diverse range of clients, both domestic and international.

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I am an experienced leader in global operations, project management, business transformation, and crisis management. My main focus is implementing innovative global initiatives, capital projects, and product development. I have directed dozens of projects across industries and continents, managing more than $20 billion in global initiatives over the past 25 years.

I am a seasoned board member who has participated in the Brazilian Institute of Corporate Governance (IBGC) board member program. I was the first Latin American to become chairman of the board of the Project Management Institute globally, where I served for four years. I am also a member of the advisory board of Yera, an Estonian startup dedicated to improving employee performance and engagement through technology and artificial intelligence.

I share my expertise with millions of professionals around the globe through my "5 Minutes Podcast," which I have hosted since 2007 and has reached 12 million views. I've written 16 books on project management, risk and crisis management, and transformation, which have been translated into six languages and sold over half a million copies.

I am a seasoned speaker and have delivered over 250 keynote addresses in 40 countries. My influence on the sector was affirmed when I became the first Latin American to be elected Chairman of the Project Management Institute.

My work as a venture capitalist and entrepreneur in artificial intelligence, blockchain, big data, chatbots, and machine learning resulted in tools and products that have revolutionized how users bring agility and agile management into project management software.

More than two decades ago, I founded Macrosolutions, a global consulting firm with international operations in energy, infrastructure, IT, oil, and finance.

Between 2016 and 2020, I envisioned and led the Brightline Initiative, a Project Management Institute think tank in partnership with leading organizations dedicated to helping executives bridge the expensive, unproductive gap between strategy design and delivery.

Before Brightline, I was Director of the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Infrastructure and Project Management Group, leading over 1,000 projects and $1.2 billion in humanitarian and development projects. I was also responsible for the first ESG Report in the UN System, published in 2015.

I have a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, an undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering, and a master's degree in Industrial Engineering.

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