Maria Tinoco

Project or business problems?. Get to the real issues Many organizations know they have a problem, but knowing what is wrong is not always the same as knowing what to do about it. These problems may be happening at different levels. When business problems are bigger than they first appear, the best way to address them is to answer three questions. What is happening and why? What is the impact? What should we do next? That sequence is the key. The four strategies that follow highlight four...

If you’ve been looking into project management certifications, you might have come across the same question: “Do I really need a certification, or should I focus on developing my skills?” It's a valid question. However, there is a key point that often gets overlooked: Obtaining the right PMI certification at the right stage in your career can accelerate how you build real project management skills. PMI certifications are not about memorizing concepts, but about developing the mental...

The PMP® exam is evolving, and the countdown has officially begun. PMI is preparing for one of its most significant updates: the release of PMBOK 8 and the launch of a new PMP exam in July 2026. If certification is part of your professional goals, now is the perfect time to understand what is changing and how to plan your journey with confidence. On the new redesigned PMP exam, PMI will introduce: New content areas (AI, sustainability, and stakeholder engagement) More interactive,...