This is a podcast about real life failures and how we either learned or failed to learn. We’ll dive into projects we’ve worked on and other life events. We’ll also bring others from all walks of life to share how they “failed to learn”. Your hosts are Israel Vega and Shad Phillips
In this episode, Israel, Shad, and special guest Vinnie explore what it means to be calm—and why some of us struggle with it more than others.
Israel admits he thrives in chaos and gets triggered by overly calm people. Shad reveals how he breaks problems into manageable steps to maintain composure on the surface while his mind races underneath. Vinnie, the self-proclaimed "paragon of failure," shares techniques for bringing calm to tense situations, from using humor to understanding emotional triggers.
The conversation covers:
The difference between being calm and appearing calm
Childhood influences on emotional regulation
Tools for managing reactions in professional settings
When calm turns into passive avoidance
The pressure to stay composed when you're volcanic inside
Why understanding your triggers helps you respond instead of react
Whether you're the person who walks into meetings already fired up or the one who keeps it together while grounded in chaos, this episode offers practical insights on navigating calm—or the lack of it.
27 Jul 2025
The "how hard could it be" series: Project Management
Summary
In this episode of the I Failed to Learn podcast, host Israel Vega speaks with project manager Ramon Rivera about the journey of learning from failures in the field of project management. They discuss the importance of project management certifications, the challenges faced during the certification process, and the strategies that helped Ramon succeed after multiple attempts. The conversation also touches on the realities of project management, the significance of mentorship, and the inevitability of challenges in any project.
Takeaways
Project management is about making dreams come true.
Certifications are crucial for credibility in project management.
Failure is a part of the learning process.
Experience is key in project management roles.
Mentorship can help others succeed in their careers.
Project managers must navigate unknown challenges.
Calmness and methodical approaches are essential during exams.
Practice tests are vital for preparation.
Understanding the difference between projects and programs is important.
Every project will face challenges and setbacks.
23 Jun 2025
I fail to be Motivated
Hosts Israel Vega and Shad Phillips examine motivation's impact on learning through failure, highlighting purpose and action as key drivers for overcoming demotivation in this episode.
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