catalyst

(noun)

Someone or something that encourages progress or change.

Related Terms

  • viability

Examples of catalyst in the following topics:

  • Organizational Development

    • This is often done with the assistance of a "change agent" or "catalyst" who enables appropriate theories and techniques from applied behavioral sciences, anthropology, sociology, and phenomenology.
    • The terms "change agent" and "catalyst" suggest a leader who is engaged in transformation leadership as opposed to management (management being a more incremental or efficiency-based change methodology).
    • Experts in systems thinking and organizational learning have also emerged as OD catalysts.
    • Organizational development is often facilitated with the assistance of a "catalyst" or "change agent" such as an influential manager.
  • Building Support for Intrapreneurship

    • Understanding not only how to innovate but also how to operate as a catalyst for change is a useful characteristic for aspiring intrapreneurs.
  • Types of Innovation

    • In business and economics, innovation is the catalyst to growth.
  • E-Business Strategy

    • In the emerging global economy, e-commerce and e-business have become increasingly necessary components of business strategy and strong catalysts for economic development.
  • Inside and Outside Forces for Organizational Change

    • Understanding key internal and external change catalysts is critical to successful change management for organizational leaders.
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