Not every idea fits neatly into a single box. General Insights is where I share reflections, experiments, and cross-disciplinary thoughts that go beyond organizational psychology, data, and finance. Here you’ll find explorations of big ideas, practical lessons from diverse fields, and personal reflections that don’t belong to one pillar but still add value to the conversation.
Leadership myths still cast leaders as heroic saviors, but this view ignores power, context, and critical reflection. By questioning these assumptions, we can move beyond outdated narratives and cultivate more inclusive, equitable communities where leadership is shared and adaptive.
Traditional theory seeks to describe and explain the world as it is, while critical theory asks whether the world should be that way. Drawing on my reflections, I explore how critique, praxis, and self-directed learning reveal contradictions, challenge assumptions, and open pathways for meaningful organizational change.
Global teams demand cultural competence. When leaders impose one-size-fits-all practices, they risk misreading silence, eroding morale, and losing talent. This post examines how adapting leadership styles to local contexts builds trust and long-term collaboration.
Seniority doesn’t always equal success. Teams thrive not just on technical expertise but on empathy, adaptability, and collaboration. This post unpacks why emotional intelligence is often a stronger predictor of team cohesion than impressive titles or resumes.
When leaders make decisions from afar—geographically and culturally—their teams pay the price. Drawing on a case from Mexico’s tech sector, this post explores how leadership misalignment erodes trust, fuels turnover, and weakens performance—and what leaders can do to reconnect.
