Escuchar para triunfar: La curiosidad como puente hacia el éxito empresarial

Kimberly Watson on Operations, Analysis and Costs in Acton's MBA Madrid Campus

La curiosidad es fundamental para dominar el arte de escuchar activamente. Al hablar de la curiosidad, muchos podrían recordar el viejo dicho: “La curiosidad mató al gato”. Sin embargo, en el ámbito del emprendimiento, podríamos atrevernos a reformular este dicho: “La curiosidad mató al gato, pero elevó al emprendedor”. En el mundo del emprendimiento, la…

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La era del toque humano personalizado

Acton students on a business case

Los mensajes estaban tan personalizados que no parecía que fueran generados por una máquina. Durante más de dos décadas en tecnología, he trabajado en automatización de procesos en salud y ahora, en educación. Al fundar Vital Interaction, una empresa dedicada a la automatización de procesos de seguimiento a pacientes en EE. UU., encontré inicialmente cierta…

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Biztrepar: una nueva palabra para un concepto clave en emprendimiento

Un biztrepador no espera el capital de riesgo. No se detiene por falta de apoyo institucional. Construye, prueba, vende y reinvierte. Los idiomas evolucionan constantemente. Las palabras nacen, cambian, y algunas hasta se vuelven globales. La Real Academia Española (RAE), guardiana de nuestro idioma, ha integrado en años recientes términos como “googlear” (añadida en 2017)…

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When Entrepreneurs Talk: Beyond Frameworks

It wasn’t a lecture. It wasn’t a panel. It wasn’t even a case. It was a conversation—raw, honest, and unexpectedly transformative. A group of entrepreneurs, each carrying different experiences and scars, came together to reflect. What began as a discussion around decisions and dilemmas evolved into something more profound: a mirror into the inner workings…

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The Courage to Decide

Acton MBA Teacher discussing a case

In a recent entrepreneurial workshop, a group of aspiring founders found themselves stuck. Faced with a challenging scenario, they hesitated—not for lack of intelligence, but for fear of being wrong. They circled around the issue, weighed all options, analyzed every angle. But as the facilitator pointed out, ruminating on a decision doesn’t move a business…

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When Vision Becomes a Barrier

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Entrepreneurs are often taught that having a strong vision is everything—a lighthouse in the fog, a compass in the chaos. But what happens when that same vision, once empowering, starts to limit progress instead of guiding it? In a recent discussion, a case was explored where a founder’s ambitious expansion goals—reaching thirty major cities—began to…

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¡Es hora de que los educadores aprendan a integrar la inteligencia artificial en el aula!

A lo largo de la historia, diversas herramientas han revolucionado el aula, generando debates sobre su impacto en la educación. Recuerdo que, en mi época de secundaria, un profesor de matemáticas de origen alemán solía decir: “Las calculadoras son aparatos del diablo, porque hacen que los estudiantes no piensen”. Temía que, al tener acceso a…

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Understanding Business Risk: When to Invest and When to Walk Away

One of the biggest challenges in business is knowing when to invest in expansion and when to hold back. Many entrepreneurs face difficult decisions when evaluating financial projections, risk factors, and market conditions. Understanding the balance between opportunity and risk is crucial for making sound investment choices. Evaluating the Market Before Investing Before making a…

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Building a Strong Business: Leadership, Culture, and Strategy

March 13, 2025 Every successful business is built on strong leadership, a clear vision, and a culture that aligns with company goals. However, challenges arise when businesses grow without solidifying these foundational elements. A deep dive into real-world business discussions highlights key takeaways on leadership, incentives, and long-term sustainability. The Importance of Leadership in Business…

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