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Identifying Transformational Deans at Top Engineering Institutions

N2Growth Blog

A transformational dean leverages their comprehensive understanding of industry developments, academic best practices, and societal needs to shape a learning environment that is both forward-thinking and responsive. These efforts enable students to develop problem-solving prowess, entrepreneurial thinking, and adaptability.

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5 Insights to Managing Chaordic Tension

Leading Blog

Intuitively, yes, entrepreneurship is a risky career path. But on the other side of that equation is the influence of sound business practices, planning, due diligence, and adaptability on business success. Between my research and that experience, I’ve developed some insights into what makes a venture a success or a failure.

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Toxic Work Environments | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

People can do some due diligence before going to work for a compnay. link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] link] Donna Svei Great post Mike. Here are "9 Signs That Your Next Company Cares About Its Employees." offers quick, practical management tips and ideas from HBR.org.

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Chief Procurement Officer Search: Securing Your Supply Chain Leadership

N2Growth Blog

They understand the importance of developing their team’s skills and capabilities, nurturing a culture of continuous learning and professional development. Developing a comprehensive search strategy is essential in ensuring that companies can procure the right individuals to lead their supply chain functions.

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Leadership and Opportunity | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

I’ve observed the risk adverse take due diligence one step too far, the greedy negotiate too long, the impulsive jump the gun, and the plodders move to slow. As the saying goes “timing is everything.&# The proverbial window closes on every opportunity at some point in time.

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Thin Watches, the Donner Party, and Bad Advice

Lead Change Blog

Early in my career, I got a big promotion from Assistant Manager to Distribution Center Manager. ” As I remember it, he credited his successful career to wearing patent leather shoes and having a thin watch. Bad advice can get you in big trouble. That’s what happened to the Donner Party. It doesn’t have to happen to you.

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How to Make the Business Case for Change

Lead Change Blog

Show that you’ve done your due diligence in identifying multiple solutions to the problem. Describe the current approach to the issue as a band-aid. As I often tell coaching clients, “Pull on the band-aid and let them feel the pain.”. Offer potential solutions. Provide a summary of the alternatives you explored.