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Hello Mr Stier,

I congratulate you on your initiative to rejuvenate the HDZ.

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BUT ...

1. If the "New HDZ" is not 'Croatian-centric" then

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Problem

Understanding an abstract concept requires defining what it is and what it is not. We can’t understand the abstract concept of leadership if there is no clarity in definition of leadership or the components that comprise it. Consider how many definitions there are of the concept of leadership and you will understand why we do not have good leadership. Leaders do not know what service they are supposed to provide.

How bad is this problem of lack of clarity ...

Overview

The Croatian government wants Second Generation Diaspora Croats to return to Croatia to set up businesses to help improve the Croatian economy (or so they say). BUT, if the business environment is toxic chances for long term survival are low no matter how good the tax incentives are or how much free EU money you get. An interesting learning opportunity for improving the probability for success might be found in Mexico - in the maquiladora "Shelter Services" industry

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Note: My loyalty is to the well-being and common good of the Croatian people and not to any single politician or political party. I support ideals and I support parties that support those ideals. Politicians and parties are prone to working for self-interest rather than the common good. Being critical of a political party is a form of "tough-love" that can hopefully improve the party. Getting tough-love is better than getting yes-man support.

• Commitments create hope
• Hopes

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Just a quick and dirty rant.

Developing a national political vision and program seems like a daunting task, but it should not be insurmountable. If we know key areas that need to be addressed and we believe in KISS, then a good plan can be easily developed. If you know where to start, the plan will develop naturally. Start with the goal of improving your ranking in global competitiveness reports.

What got me thinking

On Saturday June 13, 2015, ...