Tag: leadership

Leadership is the art of inspiring and guiding a team toward a common goal. It involves the ability to communicate effectively, build trust, and make difficult decisions that drive the team forward. Effective leadership can result in increased productivity, an exceptional work ethic, and higher levels of success for the organization as a whole.

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The Petro Earthquake Shakes the Old Narratives

07/09/202506/09/2025 Andres Tellez Vallejo

Benjamin Cain, in his reflection The Reign of Civilized Psychopaths, argues that the mere existence of a disruptive leadership figure like Donald Trump is enough to put dominant sectors into “shock,” rendering their narratives obsolete. Although formulated for the U.S. case, this argument illuminates the Colombian experience under Gustavo Petro. The arrival of the first leftist president in the country’s history shook the political board, revealing the fragility of traditional ideological frameworks and forcing a rethinking of the very meaning of power in Colombia.

To Govern is to Create: An Analysis of Petro’s Misgovernment in the Light of David Billington

24/08/202523/08/2025 Andres Tellez Vallejo

A reflection on Gustavo Petro’s presidency through the lens of engineering, rhetoric, and missed opportunity.

David Billington, engineer and historian of technology, argued that “engineering or technology is the making of things that did not previously exist, whereas science is the discovering of things that have long existed.” This distinction between creating and identifying becomes particularly relevant when analyzing the performance of the current Colombian government, led by Gustavo Petro.

Montealegre, the “Decretazo” and the True Character of Leadership

12/06/202512/06/2025 Andres Tellez Vallejo

For those who have not been closely following Colombia’s political pulse, it is worth situating the debate before diving in. “Decretazo” is the name the public has given to the emergency decree by which President Gustavo Petro chose to fast-track, through executive action, a package of social and economic reforms that had until then been inching forward in Congress. The decision has triggered an intense debate because, although the Colombian Constitution empowers the Executive to issue decrees with the force of law in exceptional circumstances, the opposition and numerous jurists argue that the material requirements —severity, urgency, and temporariness— are not met in this case. In other words, the controversy is not merely about the scope of a specific rule but about the tension between popular mandate and the checks and balances that underpin the rule of law.

Authentic Leadership Doesn’t Need Messiahs

05/06/202503/06/2025 Andres Tellez Vallejo

In an age when social‑media platforms amplify both ideas and egos, it’s common to see public figures turn into icons—almost objects of devotion. This happens not only in politics but also in entrepreneurship, organizational leadership, and even personal branding. But when do we cross the line from following someone for their ideas to idolizing them for their aura?

When the Militant Journalist’s Opinion Becomes Propaganda

03/06/202502/06/2025 Andres Tellez Vallejo

In the age of hyperconnectivity, social media has blurred the lines between journalism, activism, and propaganda. What was once the practice of informed critique—marked by professional distance and a commitment to truth—has now been largely replaced, across much of Colombia’s digital spectrum, by the figure of the militant journalist. This is a figure who, far from holding power accountable, dedicates themselves to defending it, justifying it, and attacking anyone who dares to question it.

The Carter Code Helps You Build a Personal Brand with Integrity, Purpose, and Legacy

29/05/202528/05/2025 Andres Tellez Vallejo

In a world that often equates personal branding with curated social media profiles and strategic self-marketing, the life of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, as I read in an article in Esquire magazine, presents a radically different blueprint. Rather than building a brand on image, Carter built his legacy on values—principled action, humility, service, and authenticity. His journey, particularly his transformation after leaving the White House, offers valuable lessons for college students, entrepreneurs, small business owners, and everyday professionals who want to lead with integrity and make their work meaningful.