Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Creator of Mad Men Matthew Weiner on feedback: “When someone rejects your work, register the fact that they don’t like it, but don’t listen to the reason why. People feel that they have to say something, and they often give a capricious justification to keep from hurting your feelings.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

“I’m Good. I Don’t Want to Be Developed.” Developing Employees When They Resist You’re trying to do the right thing. You want to be a good boss. You know developing employees is an important part of your job. You’re eager to invest in your team’s growth, help them succeed, and make sure they’re ready for what’s next. But then, one of your team members looks at you and says, “I’m good.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

A S our recent history has shown us, disruption does not happen linearly. We can’t expect change to be an extension or an improvement on what we already know. As Terence Mauri puts it in The Upside of Disruption , we must rethink everything. “We can’t have resilient leadership without deliberate and sustained rethinking.” We become irrelevant, trapped in our past successes.

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Leading in Context

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

By Linda Fisher Thornton Talking about controversial topics has become a daunting task. There are some things we can do, individually and collectively, to improve those difficult conversations.

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Leadership Freak

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

“I believe in anger. Anger’s like fire, it can burn out all the dross and leave some positive things." Maya Angelou Leadership can be frustrating. Here are some warnings and suggestions to help you get the most from hot emotion.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

As businesses strive to stay ahead in an increasingly digital world, the role of technology executives has become critical. These leaders are essential for driving innovation and maintaining a competitive edge. However, finding individuals with the technical expertise and strategic vision required for these roles is a significant challenge. Traditional hiring methods often fail to identify candidates with the unique blend of skills needed.

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Rich Gee Group

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Listen up. I cringe every time someone brags about being “self-made.” Seriously, it’s BS. No one, and I mean no one, gets to the top alone. If you think you did it all by yourself, you’re lying to yourself or forgetting all the people who had your back along the way. The Myth of the Lone Wolf Let’s get real. Every entrepreneur, every executive, every so-called “self-made millionaire” had help.

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Leadership Freak

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Highly talented people think differently. They offend the status quo. Don’t tell irritating geniuses to tone it down. Encourage eagles to soar and lions to roar. You can’t be great and hold down irritating genius at the same time. Learn to maximize irritating genius. More.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The role of the Chief Revenue Officer has become increasingly pivotal for organizations seeking to drive sustainable growth and stay ahead in competitive markets. Beyond overseeing sales, the Chief Revenue Officer unifies all revenue-generating functions—including marketing, customer success, and pricing strategies—into a cohesive approach that maximizes profitability and market presence.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

I N 2012, in the wake of the Great Recession, when uncertainty loomed large and businesses shuttered by the thousands, I made a decision that would change the trajectory of my life. The world was in turmoil, with financial instability creating ripples across every industry; yet, amidst this chaos, I saw an opportunity. I embarked on a journey to build Alkemy Partners—a life science training company that would thrive against all odds.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Do you think mastering your leadership path means always having the answers? What if embracing humility could make you a more effective and respected leader? Leadership demands more empathy, adaptability, and connection than ever before. This episode explores how to lead with confidence while staying human. Learn how to shift from a traditional, bottleneck leadership style to one that inspires trust, builds resilience, and drives high performance.

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Tanveer Naseer

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

In this episode, I spoke with GiANT Worldwide co-founder Jeremie Kubicek about his book “The Communication Code” and the communication framework he developed with his business partner Steve Cochram to help people become more effective communicators.

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Leadership Freak

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Lack and uncertainty are growth opportunities. Pulling back means no growth. Push through. Your dreams require growth. Vision gives value of the struggle. Stretch in ways that fulfill your vision. Growth points come disguised as untested skills, awkward opportunities, and uncomfortable situations. Learn the truth about growth opportunities.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Data analysis has emerged as a pivotal strategy for organizations aiming to enhance customer engagement and drive growth. By leveraging vast amounts of data, companies can gain deep insights into consumer behavior, preferences, and trends, enabling the development of targeted marketing and business development initiatives that resonate with specific audiences.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

W E’RE conditioned to fear failure. What if I fail? I can’t fail this time. Failure is seen as a fatal mistake — whether to a relationship, a career, or a decision we’ve made. But failure is a lot more than that. It’s what grows resilience, inspiration, creativity, and success. It’s how we approach failure that makes a difference. I’ve seen my therapy patients take another look at a failure and realize it gave them room to grow.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Are you ready to discover the power of building resiliency and how it can redefine your leadership journey? In today’s fast-paced, high-stakes environment, it’s not enough to lead with purpose alone; resilience is what truly makes an impact. This episode dives into the essentials of resilience at work, exploring how you can inspire it within yourself and your team.

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Next Level Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Have you noticed how hard it can be to stay curious, creative, and innovative? I’ve noticed that in my own work and the leaders I work with certainly notice it in theirs. They often express concern about a perceived lack of curiosity, creativity, and innovation in their teams. When those characteristics aren’t in play, stagnation results. You, your team, and your organization end up doing the same old, same old.

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Leadership Freak

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Meetings that work energize talent. Principal #1 of meetings. Meetings give the illusion that something got done. “… one either meets or one works. One can not do both at the same time.” Peter Drucker Here are 4 ways to run meetings that work.

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Speaker: Cy Wakeman, M.S., CSP, President, Reality-Based Leadership

Most HR leadership philosophies are grounded in two completely faulty assumptions — “change is hard” and “engagement drives results.” Those beliefs have inspired expensive attempts to keep change from being disruptive to employees. What these engagement programs actually do is create and reinforce feelings of victim-hood and leave employees unprepared to adapt to real changes that are necessary for the health and profitability of their enterprises.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

In today’s dynamic and competitive business environment, the role of the Chief Commercial Officer has become integral to organizational success. At N2Growth , we recognize the transformative impact that strategic leadership in this position can have. This comprehensive guide explores the multifaceted responsibilities of this executive role, the critical importance of strategic leadership, and how to effectively navigate the complexities of recruiting for this pivotal position.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Employee engagement is the cornerstone of any successful organization. Engaged employees are more productive, committed, and likely to contribute to a positive work culture. However, a shocking reality exists in today’s workforce—according to a Gallup study, 70% of employees are disengaged at work. This statistic should serve as a wake-up call for leaders everywhere.

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Women on Business

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Each year, after reading dozens of leadership books I select my pick for “best new leadership book” of the year. For 2024, that book is, Be The Unicorn: Data-driven Habits That Separate The Best Leaders From The Rest , by William Vanderbloemen (founder and CEO of Vanderbloemen Search Group). Even though this book came out in late 2023, it is better than any other leadership book I read during 2024, so that is why I choose it.

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Leadership Freak

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Details overwhelm you when you lose sight of the big picture. Perspective enables you to reject urgent trivialities. You’re lost in the weeds when you rush from one issue to the next. Chaos and fatigue prevail when busyness obscures the big picture. Energize your leadership by rising above individual situations.

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HR Digest

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

An acquisition can mean different things for the company that is acquired, but very often, the change in ownership leads to job cuts. Salesforce has announced layoffs at Own, a data-management startup that was recently taken over by the customer relationship management company. Salesforce is planning to cut 700 Own staff members to better manage the resources the company now has at its disposal.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Retaining top talent is crucial for any organization’s success. However, even the most skilled and dedicated employees can become disillusioned if their leaders exhibit certain detrimental habits. While many leaders focus on attracting top performers, it’s equally important to recognize the behaviors that can drive them away. Understanding these leadership pitfalls is essential for fostering a thriving workplace where top talent can excel and feel valued.

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Women on Business

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

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David A Fields

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Consulting is largely about inquiry. Training yourself and your team to initiate inquiry optimally will help your consulting firm immeasurably. Unless you’ve limited your practice to responding to RFPs, winning new consulting projects involves asking questions. Many questions. Such as, “What are your objectives?” “By when does this need to be completed?

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Leadership Freak

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

If the Blues Brothers (1980 movie) knew their purpose so can you. Action disconnected from purpose persecutes your soul. Purpose fuels passion. Don't follow your passion, follow your reason to live. Other people reveal your purpose. Here's how.

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HR Digest

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Postal workers play a critical role in any country, more so with the holiday season fast approaching. Taking a page out of the NYT tech workers’ books , the same employees who went on strike to stand up for their rights during a critical period for their organization recently, Canada Post workers are now on strike. Around 55,000 workers announced a nationwide postal strike in Canada, their first in 2024, and the first since 2018.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Leading smart, high-performing individuals can be both rewarding and challenging. These individuals often have sharp insights, strong opinions, and a deep desire to contribute meaningfully. Yet, inspiring and engaging them requires more than just standard leadership techniques—it demands an approach that respects their intellect while challenging them to grow even further.

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