What Makes an Exceptional Leader?

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May 02, 2025

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Do You Have a Strategy or a Plan?

Why do so many projects fail, even when they seem to follow a perfectly executed plan? The answer lies in a common mistake: confusing strategies with plans. When teams rely solely on a plan, they often focus on outputs (what is produced) rather than outcomes (the results that deliver value). This usually leads to projects that fail to meet business obje…

2 years ago · David Almazán

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Why Being Agile Isn’t Enough

Have you ever wondered why some agile methodologies don’t always deliver the expected results? Despite their promises, many teams feel trapped in practices that fail to meet their expectations. But what if there were a way to go beyond these methodologies…

2 years ago · David Almazán

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Why Curiosity Resolves Conflicts

Leading in times of polarization Isn't easy. We live in a highly connected yet deeply polarized world. Why does it seem so difficult to have constructive conversations with people who don’t share our perspectives? The answer lies in our natural tendency to hold on to our beliefs…

2 years ago · David Almazán

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From Stuck to Unstoppable

Why do some talented people with great opportunities get stuck while others with fewer resources achieve the impossible? We've all felt the presence of a "glass ceiling" we just can't seem to break. But is it truly insurmountable? Whether we like to admit it or not, our biology is wired to seek comfort, while our essence—or soul—craves growth…

2 years ago · David Almazán

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What Makes an Exceptional Leader?

What Makes an Exceptional Leader? I think it comes down to three things: strategic vision, empathy for the user, and the ability to inspire the team. This combination of skills is essential to understanding and drive the success of a product. But here’s the big challenge: Identifying and prioritizing the right problems to solve. How many times have you …

2 years ago · David Almazán

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The Stakeholder Game in Product Management

Is it possible to move forward when key decisions are beyond your control? One of the greatest challenges in product management is accepting that you don’t always get what you want. In any project, you’ll have to deal with stakeholders who, while playing a crucial role, can also be a source of tension and change…

2 years ago · David Almazán

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Agile Roadmaps: Philosophy Meets Strategy

There is a fundamental principle in Buddhist philosophy that states: “Everything is ephemeral,” “Everything changes.” …. and, before diving into how to create an agile roadmap, I’d like to pause and reflect on these three philosophical concepts: Anicca (impermanence…

2 years ago · David Almazán

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