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. Our sophisticated assessment methodologies evaluate technical competencies, leadership capabilities, and cultural alignment.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

William Ammerman states in The Invisible Brand , “ AI will play an increasingly important role in our lives in the years ahead as marketers turn vast amounts of computing power to the problem of influence people’s decisions.”. Indeed, broadly speaking, everything we do is marketing. ).

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The COO is often tasked with translating strategy into action, leading critical functions ranging from operations and finance to sales and marketing. This multifaceted role requires rapid decision-making and strong leadership capabilities, enabling the COO to manage day-to-day activities while enhancing operational efficiency effectively.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 16, 2023

C HALLENGER BRANDS know what it means to fight their way to success. Challenger brands can’t spend their way to success with big ad campaigns like the category leaders. Instead, they start with a strong business strategy and an acute understanding of who they are as a brand. As true underdogs, it’s the only option they have.

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 12, 2018

It’s another new must-use fad to succeed in the digital marketing world of 2018. Almost, although thought leadership has been at the forefront of successful content marketing for several years. The chances are you’ve already read articles which were planned using the process of thought leadership marketing.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 31, 2024

The Evolution of CMO Responsibilities in the Digital Era The digital age has undeniably redefined the roles and responsibilities of a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO ). In the pre-digital era, a CMO focused on traditional marketing channels such as television, radio, and print to convey a consistent brand message.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

Seth Godin Today’s hyper-connected digital world has opened the door to a whole new era in brand development. Employers, HR professionals and job hunters, alike, are rapidly embracing digital channels to elevate their market presence and amplify their share of voice. Show up to lead one that exists.” Author information Meghan M.

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 30, 2019

In fact, they remain one the of marketing channels via which I find my most valuable contacts. I’ve been to hundreds over the years, but it’s only been within the last few months that I’ve realised the importance of the personal brand at such events. Here’s five super-simple tips for creating your own successful personal brand.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2010

How many times have you witnessed someone holding-out for a higher price, better valuation, evolving markets, technology advances, or any number of other circumstances that either never transpire, or by the time they do, the opportunistic advantage had disappeared? I appreciate you sharing your thoughts.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 10, 2011

News Flash – If you have to look for leadership it doesn’t exist…Today’s post is not going to sit well with many in the leadership profession, but then many of my posts seem to have that effect. In my opinion the practice of leadership identification is simply based upon flawed business logic, and it is make-work in the purest form.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 19, 2013

This is a post by Libby Gill, author of Capture the Mindshare and the Market Share Will Follow. As much as people love to over-complicate the topic of branding, simply put, a brand is a promise of value. Think any brand that you count on to deliver what you want every single time - or pretty darn close to that.

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Great Leadership By Dan

MAY 14, 2020

(They relate to what I termed ‘reputation capital’ in my first book ‘The Post-Truth Business’ regarding whether a brand is ‘trustworthy, reliable and competent’). In the context of the climate crisis, the issue of why we should trust ‘the organisation behind the brand’ regarding their environmental credentials, is vital.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2010

Here’s the thing – the foundational elements of leadership require no skill or talent whatsoever. In today’s post I’ll share 6 leadership characteristics that require zero talent or skill.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 23, 2010

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Leading Blog

MAY 6, 2019

A BRAND properly conceived is more than a marketing activity. Your brand is your North Star as Lindsay Pedersen defines it in Forging an Ironclad Brand. An Ironclad brand is one that unleashes your competitive advantage. An Ironclad brand is one that unleashes your competitive advantage. It must be big.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

FACT : Leaders who lack emotional control won’t remain in a position of leadership for long. FACT : Leaders who lack emotional control won’t remain in a position of leadership for long. And, emotional intelligence has been linked to successful leadership (just did a paper on this for a university class).

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 16, 2013

Google and Apple are both highly esteemed brands. Apple is struggling to maintain its position in the market, while Google is expanding its position. Apple is struggling to maintain its position in the market, while Google is expanding its position.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

While hubris can be a needed trait to call upon at times, to rely solely upon it as the foundation of your leadership style just doesn’t work. Thanks in advance for sharing… Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] It was C.S. link] Ovidiu What a GREAT article!

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 29, 2011

I’ve always said that if you want to learn about leadership talk to someone who has actually led something. What I most appreciate about Jim is his almost evangelistic zeal in championing the Deloitte brand. Jim Quigley : CEOs today need to model and advocate mutual trust between employees and leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2010

However in reflecting upon my presentations and client engagements, I’ve noticed that it’s not an infrequent occurrence to find that even the most savvy executives misconstrue certain basic leadership ideas. Some individuals openly seek out positions of leadership, while leadership is thrust upon others.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 26, 2017

For my part, I’m in the process of trying to eliminate the term “thought leadership” from my vocabulary. This week, after months of reflection, I’ll be instructing our team to remove all references to thought leadership from our materials. Thought Leadership was once a term reserved for a limited few. What is a thought leader?

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2010

David asked Becky, “How come no one ever talks about love as a leadership competency?&# While l ove and leadership are certainly two words you don’t often hear in the same sentence, I can assure you that rarely does great leadership exist without love being present and practiced. I think it’s a great question.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2010

Context, fluidity, and other nuanced behaviors are positive traits to embrace so long as they don’t serve as an excuse for a lack of discipline. Wishing you memorable quality time with your loved ones.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

These firms’ expertise and extensive networks help organizations identify and attract top talent for critical leadership roles. Finding the right leaders in an industry that demands excellence, strategic vision, and a deep understanding of financial markets can drive success and stay ahead of the competition.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

In this month’s post, I consider the impact of change on your organisation’s brand. In any economy — local, regional, or national — your brand is everything. However, does your brand work for you, or against you? If your company grows, what do you gain or stand to lose by changing your brand? My view was clear.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Competing in the Age of AI : Strategy and Leadership When Algorithms and Networks Run the World by Marco Iansiti and Karim R. When traditional approaches are inadequate or resisted, advanced leadership skills are essential. Leadership Is Language : The Hidden Power of What You Say — and What You Don’t by L. Blog Post ).

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2011

If you’re willing to strip away all the excuses, explanations, rationalizations, and justifications for business failures, and be really honest in your analysis, you’ll find only one plausible reason - poor leadership. Poor Branding : A poor brand generally means leadership has failed.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 18, 2011

While this sounds simple enough at face value, I have consistently found that one of the most often overlooked leadership attributes is that of a positive attitude. Show me a CEO with a bad attitude and I’ll show you a poor leader. ” Show me a CEO with a bad attitude and I’ll show you a poor leader.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2010

Michael’s track record of leadership has stood the test of time. Mike Myatt : Has your leadership style changed over the years, and if so, how? Humble, authentic leaders who really understand their craft are equally scarce. I didn’t wait on others if I thought something needed to be done. I took initiative.

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Sales Wolf Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2024

This skill goes well beyond intuition; it combines experience, strategic insight, and an acute awareness of market dynamics, customer behaviors, and organizational pressures. Execution : His ability to translate strategic insights into operational actionssuch as building AWScemented Amazons leadership.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 18, 2019

Everything you decide to do in and for your business—all those hard choices and prioritizing—either reinforces or erodes your brand. Brand should be the North Star to guide you. Your brand—the thing you want to stand for in the mind of your customer—is the best way to filter your decision-making. Think of a brand that you love.

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Great Leadership By Dan

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Guest post from Sean Pillot de Chenecey: Brands are built on trust, but in a post-truth world, they have a serious problem when so much of modern life is now defined by mistrust. A weakening of the vital trust connection between brands and consumers is causing enormous problems for businesses. And this genuinely has to go all the way.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 15, 2025

This can bolster retention, elevate employer branding, and solidify a companys position as a destination for top talent. The Chief Employee Experience Officer harnesses these tools and emerging trends to meet employees where they are, ensuring the organization remains agile and relevant in a competitive labor market.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

11:40 – The Make It Happen Box and how to use it to manage overwhelm and multiple leadership pressures. 20:39 – Nobody is perfect and how to find the values and take responsibility for your leadership. 31:07 – How effective leaders can use PR for their organization, brand, or team from a place of integrity. .”

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 11, 2017

When you are marketing a start-up, there are two fundamental truths. The second one is that if your product is crap, there is no amount or type of marketing that will gain you a mass audience. If you want your start-up marketing to be a success, you need to have both a great marketing strategy and a great product.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Understanding the Criticality of Leadership Transition in 2025 CEO succession represents one of the most consequential inflection points in an organizations lifecycle. The boards dedicated stewardship ensures the proper identification and cultivation of individuals whose leadership styles harmonize with the organizations vision.

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QAspire

OCTOBER 4, 2017

That is the starting point of leadership irrespective of whether you are leading an organization or improving a small process to ease execution. The way outcome is delivered, the mindset and intent behind how it was all put together is a key leadership differentiator. People want to know where you are taking them along.

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