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Thoughts about diverse topics.


When the Leader is Unconvinced: The Transformation That Begins With a Doubt
Doubt as starting point #CDIPocast Series | From Change to Transformation: Leadership with Purpose We love telling stories about visionary leaders, about people who saw it clearly from the very start - stories of firm decisions, deep convictions, and absolute certainty. But reality - true reality - rarely looks like that. In a recent conversation for the #CDIPodcast, I heard a phrase that completely disarmed me with its honesty: "I didn’t want to lead this program." My guest
rosazapata9
Feb 222 min read


The Holy Grail of Business
The Competitive Advantage Series: Article 1 Author: Rosa Zapata , Partner with Competitive Dynamics International Article published originally on LinkedIn . For citation purposes, please use: Martínez Zapata, R. (2025, abril 28). The holy grail of business . Competitive Dynamics International. LinkedIn. The story of the Holy Grail is a fascinating legend that has captured the imagination of many people throughout the centuries. The Holy Grail refers to the chalice
Daisy Torres
Jan 315 min read


THE FOUR GREMLINS
Have you ever wondered how many times the skepticism of a few has hindered the progress of an entire organization? Author: Rosa Zapata Director of CDI Latin America and Partner with Competitive Dynamics International For citation please use: Zapata, R. (2024). The four gremlins. In McNeil, J. & McNeil D. The five keys to continuous improvement (pp. 255-262). Article originally published on LinkedIn . The elephant in the room. In any organizational cultural tran
Daisy Torres
Jan 314 min read


Understanding the root cause of change aversion
Authors: Jim McNeil and David McNeil Partners with Competitive Dynamics International Article originally published on LinkedIn . For citation purposes, please use: McNeil, J. & McNeil, D. (2025, June 28). Understanding the root cause of change aversion . The CDi-AMA Compass. Competitive Dynamics International. LinkedIn. Colleagues from the executive level to front lines instinctively are cautious of lending their endorsement and support to something new and
Daisy Torres
Jan 313 min read
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