Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

But one thing that has largely remained unchanged has been the approach to leadership development. Even though the world looks nothing like it did 30 years ago, organizations still cling to strategies and methodologies developed in the 20th century. In short, without vertical development, training dollars are wasted.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 24, 2024

This helps save time and reduces the risk of making detrimental hiring decisions that could hinder organizational growth and innovation. The Importance of Leadership in Driving Innovation Innovation is the key to success in the fast-paced and highly competitive life sciences industry.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 23, 2023

D ISRUPTION has become synonymous with innovation. In contrast, nondisruptive innovation is “achieved without disrupting a preexisting market and its associated companies and jobs.” In Beyond Disruption: Innovate and Achieve Growth without Displacing Industries , Blue Ocean Strategy authors W. Stay focused on value innovation.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Securing top-tier leadership is essential for life sciences organizations facing unique challenges like regulatory complexities and the need for continuous innovation. We leverage our global network to access high-caliber professionals across research and development, clinical operations, regulatory affairs, and commercialization disciplines.

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Leading Blog

JULY 11, 2024

Lawrence Levy on the nature of innovation: “Culture is the invisible force on which innovation depends. Yet innovation is a collective undertaking. Source: To Pixar and Beyond: My Unlikely Journey with Steve Jobs to Make Entertainment History * * * Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

A learning organization fosters ongoing learning, innovation, and improvement among its members. According to LinkedIn’s Workplace Learning Report, 94% of employees would stay at a company longer if it invested in their career development. Hackathons and Innovation Labs: These opportunities allow employees to test new ideas.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Effective leadership development fosters adaptability, resilience, and long-term organizational success. Entrepreneur: Drives innovation, creativity, and growth. The Adizes model posits that an effective leader must balance these roles to ensure innovation and stability within an organization.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Source: Going on Offense: A Leaders Playbook for Perpetual Innovation * * * Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog. Find more ideas on the LeadingThoughts index. * * * Follow us on Instagram and X for additional leadership and personal development ideas.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

A high premium is placed on collaboration, with the understanding that pooling diverse perspectives encourages innovation and creativity. The best leaders can influence their team’s behavior and work ethics, promoting a positive atmosphere that encourages productivity and innovation.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 13, 2024

With the increasing importance of data and analytics that spans across several business areas, the need for a CDO who can adapt, innovate, and lead in this complex environment has grown significantly. These specialized operations require a unique combination of creative innovation and strict regulatory compliance.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Source: Get Back in the Box: Innovation from the Inside Out * * * Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog. Find more ideas on the LeadingThoughts index. * * * Like us on Instagram and Facebook for additional leadership and personal development ideas.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The CDO’s mandate extends beyond mere technology implementation; it encompasses the development of comprehensive digital strategies and the cultivation of a culture that embraces continuous innovation. This includes fostering a culture that values innovation and agility.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

These roles, while distinct, are increasingly interwoven, and their synergy can unlock unprecedented opportunities for growth and innovation. This role involves integrating cutting-edge technologies, optimizing digital platforms, and fostering innovation to enhance operational efficiency and customer value.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

We believe we should focus our leadership efforts on other, less common skills, gravitating to things that seem newer and more innovative. Source: Brave Together: Lead by Design, Spark Creativity, and Shape the Future with the Power of Co-Creation * * * Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Source: Mindshift: Ignite Change, Inspire Action, and Innovate for a Better Tomorrow II. Brad Stulberg developing rugged yet flexible boundaries: “If you rigidly dig in, hoping to stay the same and trying to insulate yourself from change, then you run the risk of falling apart.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Resilience is developed and maintained through learning, optionality, and redundancy. Source: The Illusion of Innovation: Escape "Efficiency" and Unleash Radical Progress * * * Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog. Resilience is never the result of top-down, hierarchical management.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Source: Going on Offense: A Leader’s Playbook for Perpetual Innovation * * * Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog. Find more ideas on the LeadingThoughts index. * * * Follow us on Instagram and X for additional leadership and personal development ideas.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

From the era of large mainframes, command line interfaces, and backing up data on tape to the modern world of cloud computing, user-friendly interfaces, and low-code/no-code software development, technology has continued to change rapidly and has significantly shaped our lives and businesses.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 12, 2023

We are all wired to fear the downsides of uncertainty, but we forget that change, creation, transformation, and innovation rarely show up without some measure of it.”. Source: The Upside of Uncertainty: A Guide to Finding Possibility in the Unknown / (Blog Post). Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 12, 2024

The Need for Innovative Approaches in Succession Planning As businesses grow and adapt to the ever-changing business landscape, traditional succession planning approaches may not be agile enough to cover non-traditional roles. Human resource professionals are responsible for developing strong succession plans for non-traditional roles.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

In today’s dynamic and ever-changing business landscape, fostering a culture of innovation within an organization is imperative. Career Development and Organizational Growth Participating in a junior advisory board is not only a prestigious role for millennials , but also a valuable addition to their professional portfolio.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 26, 2023

George Steele and Paul Kircher on innovation: “Picture a man in charge of weapons for a medieval king. Source: The Crisis We Face: Automation and the Cold War * * * Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog. Source: The Prince Translated by Thomas G. Bergin (1947) II.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 2, 2024

This unique combination allows them to identify underlying issues, implement necessary changes, and drive innovation without being handicapped by internal politics or cultural biases. By bringing fresh perspectives and innovative strategies, interim executives can reorient a company’s trajectory, driving it towards growth and transformation.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

By investing in coaching your board chair, your organization can unlock the full potential of its leadership team, paving the way for innovation, collaboration, and sustainable growth. One of the critical benefits of board chair coaching is the development of practical leadership skills.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Blog Post ). What has emerged from these conversations is that while everyone’s experiences under pressure are unique, pressure follows patterns and develops in predictable ways. Blog Post ). Blog Post ). Blog Post ). Blog Post ). How did you react?

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Today’s emerging leaders must develop a diverse set of skills to navigate an increasingly complex and fast-paced environment. My role as a coach is to help leaders develop these forward-thinking skills, ensuring they are prepared to lead effectively in a dynamic and uncertain future. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The Role of High-Impact Performance Coaching in Leadership Development of Executives Performance coaching is pivotal in developing executive leaders in today’s dynamic business environment. Leaders face an array of complex challenges, from navigating organizational change to driving innovation and performance.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 15, 2024

The role of the CTO has been redefined to include strategic planning, spearheading digital transformation, managing cybersecurity, and driving innovation. This expanded role determines an organization’s ability to innovate and maintain a competitive edge.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

This planning secures the organization’s future by training competent leaders and fosters a culture of development that can make an organization an employer of choice. The infusion of diverse thoughts and skills does more than just foster innovation; it boosts resilience and adaptability, too.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 12, 2024

Success Is a Pitfall Past success kills innovation. To innovate, you need to let go of those things. Innovation’s Dirty Little Secret Innovation means discovering, not inventing. You don’t need to quit your job to innovate. You become the expert. You get comfortable with the status it brings you.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Building on the shoulders of such philosophical giants and the subsequent research over millennia, science has further defined, assessed, and developed the concept of character to apply findings to organizational leadership. T HE contemplation of character has engaged great minds reaching back to Confucius, Aristotle, and Plato.

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Lead from Within

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Developing a leadership style that resonates with your team is about more than managing tasks and meeting objectives; it’s about connecting on a personal and professional level. Here’s how you can start developing a leadership style that connects with your own team. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

This includes a deep understanding of strategic workforce planning, the ability to foster a culture of collaboration and engagement, and the expertise to develop and implement HR strategies that align with the overall business goals.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This process is instrumental in pinpointing leadership strengths, critical for making strategic decisions in executive placements and development programs. These assessments shine a light on leaders’ strengths and improvement areas, guiding strategic decisions in talent development and succession planning.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2023

With the constant advancements in technology and research, businesses in this sector require leaders who possess a deep understanding of the scientific landscape and the business acumen to drive growth and innovation. Biotech companies operate in highly dynamic and innovative environments where collaboration and adaptability are essential.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

Executive leadership team coaching goes beyond traditional training programs by offering a personalized and tailored approach to leadership development. This enhances individual performance and drives collective success by empowering teams to adapt, innovate, and thrive in an ever-changing business environment.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

To attract and retain top-tier talent in a competitive market, organizations must adopt innovative strategies that help identify the right candidates and create a cultural environment where they can thrive. Investing in innovative talent acquisition strategies is a necessity and a competitive advantage.

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