LM-0348

Exam I (I-2019)

LISTENING SECTION
(Norman Marín Calderón, March 31st, 2019)

I. How to Manage Small Projects. Listen to an expert giving some advice on how to
manage small projects, then complete the chart with the correct piece of information based
on what the expert says. (8 points)

Context: Managing small projects is essential for businesses. This includes finding
appropriate tools, and also understanding why projects fail. To manage small projects
effectively, it is key to undertake a series of reviews and changes. Check out the step-to-
step recommendations the expert gives by completing the missing information.

1. In most organizations, “small” is categorized as having:

a. fewer people
b. _______________________________________ (1)
c. lower priority
d. quick turnaround

2. Also, not every project needs to be massively ________________________ (2).

3. Small projects still need _____________________ (3) to succeed.

4. The project “life cycle” consists of the following steps:

a. Initiating
b. ________________________ (4)
c. ________________________ (5)
d. Monitoring and controlling
e. Closing phases

5. These are potential failure points:

a. Lack of estimates
b. Lack of planning and tracking.
c. Lack of communication (change control)
d. Lack of planning the _______________________ (6).

6. Things helpful at managing small projects:

a. Create ____________________________ (7), using templates.

b. Document the processes.
c. Plan the project to detail required
d. Keep everyone ________________________ (8).

(1) smaller budget

(2) planned

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(3) structure
(4) planning
(5) executing
(6) resources
(7) structure
(8) informed

II. Golden Rules to Build a Great Team. Listen to an expert talking about the necessary
conditions to build a great team. Based on what he says, choose if the following statements
are True or False. (8 points)

Context: Team building help to improve workplace because it helps its members
to understand each other better. After completing teambuilding activities together,
employees better understand each other's strengths, weaknesses, and interests. Listen to
the expert!

1. The expert gives six rules to build a great team. True False

2. Putting all the biggest brains together creates a good team. True False

3. Extrovert people are better for team building than introverts. True False

4. People work more effectively if they trust each other. True False

5. Being happy is related to reducing stress. True False

6. Clear goals make people more productive. True False

7. A clear vision is important to inspire team members. True False

8. All teams are equal. True False

(1) False (he gives five)

(2) False (he says that not necessarily all the biggest brains make a great team: all “brains”
count)
(3) False (not necessarily, introvert people also have much to add)
(4) True
(5) True
(6) True
(7) True
(8) False (All teams are unique, he says)

Where to find the audios:

Google Drive → Banco de audios para exámenes LM0348 → (I) How to manage small
projects; (II) Section 2 Teamwork. Golden rules to build a great team