In the dynamic world of Information Technology, effective project management plays a crucial role in ensuring the success of various initiatives. Oluwabunmi Idris Odu-Onikosi, an experienced IT Project Manager with over a decade of expertise, sheds light on the essential aspects of this challenging yet rewarding role. Let's explore the six key things you should know about IT Project Management through the lens of Oluwabunmi's wealth of experience.

Oluwabunmi Idris Odu - Onikosi Shares 6 Things You Should Know About IT Project Management

In the dynamic world of Information Technology, effective project management is the linchpin for success. Oluwabunmi Idris Odu-Onikosi, a seasoned IT professional with extensive experience, generously shares invaluable insights to navigate the intricate landscape of IT project management. In this podcast, we'll delve into Oluwabunmi's crucial tips that can be the catalyst for a successful IT project.

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In this episode, Ricardo discusses how to handle stalled negotiations, using the U.S.–China trade tensions as a case study. He highlights that project managers often face deadlocks not due to unsolvable problems, but due to repeated arguments. Instead of pushing harder, Ricardo suggests pausing, reframing the issue, and focusing on interests rather than positions. Key tactics include identifying hidden constraints, involving a neutral party, breaking negotiations into smaller parts, and revisiting the BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement). Ultimately, success in negotiation lies in rebuilding trust, finding common ground, and fostering collaboration—not in winning, but in moving forward.

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Moving Forward When a Negotiation is Stuck

Neste episódio, Ricardo aborda como lidar com negociações travadas, usando o impasse entre EUA e China como exemplo. Ele destaca que, muitas vezes, o problema não está nas posições (prazo, dinheiro), mas nos interesses por trás delas (confiança, reputação). Ricardo sugere mudar a perspectiva, incluir uma terceira parte ou dividir negociações complexas em partes menores. Avaliar o BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement) também é essencial. O objetivo não é vencer, mas avançar promovendo colaboração. Pergunte: “O que é necessário para avançar hoje?” Isso pode destravar soluções e restaurar o movimento nos projetos.

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Avançando Quando uma Negociação Está Travada

In this episode of the 5 Minutes Podcast, Ricardo explores John Maeda’s Ten Laws of Simplicity as a guide for project managers seeking focus, flow, and impact. Key principles include reducing non-essential elements, organizing work clearly, using time efficiently, embracing learning and diversity, and linking tasks to purpose. Emotional intelligence, trust, and learning from failure are emphasized, along with having one guiding principle. Maeda’s three keys—Away, Open, and Power—remind us that simplicity boosts clarity and outcomes. Ricardo encourages listeners to explore Law of Simplicity - John Maeda’s website for more insights. Simplicity isn’t about doing less - it’s about doing what truly matters.


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Simplicity at Work: John Maeda’s 10 Laws for Project Clarity in 5 Minutes

Neste episódio, Ricardo compartilha as Dez Leis da Simplicidade de John Maeda como guia para projetos mais focados, fluídos e eficazes. Entre elas: reduzir o que não agrega valor, organizar tarefas com clareza, usar prazos curtos, aprender com feedbacks, valorizar a diversidade, manter o contexto em vista, cuidar da emoção da equipe, cultivar confiança, aprender com falhas e ter um princípio orientador. Maeda também propõe três chaves: esconder a complexidade, abrir o acesso à informação e lembrar que simplicidade é poder. O conteúdo mostra como simplicidade pode transformar a gestão de projetos.

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Simplicidade em Ação: As 10 Leis de John Maeda para Clareza em Projetos em 5 Minutos

In this episode, Ricardo discusses the dangers of prioritizing speed over strategy in project management. He says that being agile means adapting and learning quickly, not rushing in blindly. Urgency often leads to missed plans, poor decisions, and costly rework. Teams suffer under pressure, and when delays happen, they are unfairly blamed. Ricardo argues that a slower, more thoughtful start—with proper planning and stakeholder engagement— can accelerate long-term progress. He encourages leaders to educate stakeholders on the difference between rushing and smart acceleration. A realistic schedule is not a delay, but an investment in sustainable success.

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The Cost of Hurry: How Speed Undermines Project Quality

Neste episódio, Ricardo discute os perigos de priorizar a velocidade em detrimento da estratégia na gestão de projetos. Ele comenta que ser ágil significa adaptar-se e aprender rapidamente, e não correr às cegas. A urgência frequentemente leva a planejamentos ignorados, decisões equivocadas e retrabalho dispendioso. As equipes sofrem sob pressão e, quando ocorrem atrasos, são injustamente culpadas. Ricardo argumenta que um início mais lento e ponderado — envolvendo planejamento adequado e engajamento das partes interessadas — pode acelerar o progresso a longo prazo. Ele incentiva os líderes a educarem as partes interessadas sobre a diferença entre pressa e aceleração inteligente. Um cronograma realista não é um atraso, mas um investimento em sucesso sustentável.

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O Preço da Pressa: Como a Urgência Afeta a Qualidade dos Projetos

In this episode, Ricardo discusses the concept of "silent success" in projects. Managers often highlight dramatic stories: impossible deadlines met, small teams overcoming limitations, or difficult clients. These narratives attract attention, but true success can be more discreet: well-managed risks, on-time deliveries, a motivated team, and aligned stakeholders. Without memorable crises, this work is often seen as luck or an easy project, when in fact it results from careful planning, constant communication, and early strategic decisions. Ricardo warns that it's necessary to review metrics and value these managers, as they are the ones who truly deliver the expected results, without relying on the spectacle of the crisis.
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What to Do When Everything in the Project Goes Right and No One Notices

Neste episódio, Ricardo discute o conceito de “sucesso silencioso” em projetos. Muitas vezes, gestores destacam histórias dramáticas: prazos impossíveis cumpridos, equipes pequenas que superam limites ou clientes difíceis. Essas narrativas chamam atenção, mas o verdadeiro sucesso pode ser mais discreto: riscos bem gerenciados, entregas no prazo, equipe motivada e stakeholders alinhados. Sem crises memoráveis, esse trabalho é frequentemente visto como sorte ou projeto fácil, quando na verdade resulta de planejamento cuidadoso, comunicação constante e decisões estratégicas antecipadas. Ricardo alerta que é preciso rever métricas e valorizar esses gestores, pois são eles que realmente entregam os resultados esperados, sem depender do espetáculo da crise.

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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.

Oluwabunmi Idris Odu-Onikosi is a seasoned IT project manager celebrated for his exceptional ability to navigate and successfully execute intricate projects within designated timeframes and budgetary constraints. His proficiency extends beyond project management, encompassing a robust foundation in leadership, strategic planning, and risk management. Oluwabunmi stands out as a dynamic professional, demonstrating a keen aptitude for overcoming the challenges presented by the ever-evolving IT landscape. His strategic mindset and adept leadership skills position him as a reliable guide in an industry marked by constant change.

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