Oct 24, 2009

Tecnología y gestión de gobierno: La intuición pasó de moda


Este es un abstract de la nota completa publicada en Revista Mercado el 23 de octubre de 2009.
El texto completo lo pueden leer aqui

Por Julián Bersano

Albert Einstein valoró la intuición como un elemento fundamental del avance científico. Solemos admirar a la gente intuitiva que es capaz de tomar decisiones rápidas sin un proceso de razonamiento visible. Pero lo cierto es que la intuición como mera justificación de la adopción de determinadas medidas es responsable de grandes éxitos y también de grandes fracasos.

Es una metodología que, en general, no es aconsejable utilizarla como reemplazo de un proceso de razonamiento tradicional.
Inclusive en el deporte, los resultados son diferentes cuando las decisiones se toman basadas en el razonamiento. Nuestra selección nacional de fútbol quedó eliminada del mundial pasado cuando el técnico alemán decidió desactivar la intuición de su arquero en los penales y suplantarla por un simple estudio estadístico del lugar más posible adonde patearían nuestros jugadores. Hoy por hoy inclusive, nuestra selección se debate entre la mística contrapuesta al estudio pormenorizado de las capacidades propias y de los rivales.
Si evaluamos el uso de la intuición en cada disciplina, nos damos cuenta de que los profesionales cada vez se alejan más de la intuición como justificante único de las decisiones que toman. En la empresa, por ejemplo, las áreas de marketing analizan detalladamente el comportamiento de los clientes, segmentan las campañas y miden los resultados, ahorrando recursos valiosos y obteniendo un impacto superior. En las áreas gerenciales, se construyen simuladores financieros que permiten evaluar “qué pasaría si” tomamos uno u otro camino estratégico.

Más en Revista Mercado online

Sep 18, 2009

THE AMERICANO launches today. Happy Hispanic Heritage month!


I love this site because I love reading in English and Spanish - at the same time!

Even if it sounds like a joke, it's not. In The Americano you'll find a different take on news and opinion. Hints:
1) balanced view on all the issues that concern American Hispanics today.
2) a place where people can express themselves and read about similar traditional principles.

Sylvia Garcia, Editor in Chief says that the site is inclusive of all americanos that have come to live in the United States: “Whether you are first, second, third or fourth generation American Hispanic – or whether you speak English or Spanish or both –our content is catered to what unites us all, which is our American Hispanic Heritage.”

Some of the most unique pieces are categorized under Hispanic Heritage. These are all articles which link U.S. history to true conservative American Hispanic values. “Hispanic Heritage is as rich today in the United States, as it was back in the 1850s when the first bilingual newspapers were printed,” states Newt Gingrich. “We think The Americano will provide a much needed traditional values viewpoint that will honor that heritage.”

Alberto Acereda, Content Director explains that the goal was to create the first Hispanic news and opinion site where content was hand-picked to create a grassroots Latino base, geared towards traditional values.

Aug 31, 2009

Books I love/d

I have just finish updating a list of books I have read during the past months in an Amazon App in my LinkedIn profile and wanted to share this info with you too.

Some of my favorites:

PR 2.0: New Media, New Tools, New Audiences by Deirdre Breakenridge
"Interesting, complete, enjoyable. This is a good book, with not the typical "basic" information you usually find int he books that cover this topic. I have been working in public policy and political campaigns for ht last 14 years and I usually find myself looking for books that have that "extra" information for professionals that have been around for a while. And Breakenridge brings the voice and comments of other professionals, journalists and bloggers that recommend the best ways to use the new digital tools to foster public image. Thumbs up."

Elogio de la responsabilidad by Sergio Sinay
"La responsabilidad es uno de los valores mas degradados de nuestra sociedad. Parece ser que el lema es "Todo vale". Escuché una entrevista que hablaba sobre el libro en la radio en Buenos Aires, y me pareció muy fuera de serie la idea de que la resposabilidad sea un VALOR, con todas las letras."

First Things First by Stephen R. Covey, A. Roger Merrill, Rebecca R. Merrill
"Ok, this is one the books I read from time to time and I take it as a to-do list. I think Covey is a master when it comes to action plans. But I cannot read Covey's books from beginning to end. I just go by them finding out what can be useful for a period of time I like Covey, and put into practice some of his ideas, but this is an author I need to complement with other authors so as to complete concepts and strengthen ideas."


Swim with the Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive: Outsell, Outmanage, Outmotivate, and Outnegotiate Your Competition by Harvey Mackay
"One of the most impressive authors I read...considering he is not a writter but a business person. I was enjoying a time in Sarasota, FL. and bought this book in an used version and it was fabulous to have the oportunity to enjoy the notes of the precious owner.
The reading is easy but the concepts are very, very thoughtful. It's a must read for all of you who are planing to make a change in your lives and really need some help and hints on how to enjoy life with a different perspective: commitment, love for what you do, enjoyment, thankfulness and HARD work. Loved it."



The New Rules of Marketing and PR: How to Use News Releases, Blogs, Podcasting, Viral Marketing and Online Media to Reach Buyers Directly
"Interesting if you want an ABC or a guide to start working and understanding the new practice of PR in the digital era. Maybe a little basic if you are already working in the field.
Interesting for journalists who want to start blogging."