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. Harnessing Innovation in Executive Search Practices Innovation is transforming how executive search is conducted in the life sciences sector.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

A learning organization fosters ongoing learning, innovation, and improvement among its members. Creating a culture of continuous improvement requires implementing a range of effective strategies: Empowering Employees: Empower employees by involving them in decision-making processes and encouraging them to take ownership of their work.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 15, 2024

In this podcast episode, Andre Martin discusses the importance of finding the right fit in your career and building a culture that supports employee motivation, engagement, and satisfaction. He emphasizes the need to reflect on values, goals, and ideal work environment before making career decisions.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

The Importance of Finding Innovators in the Life Sciences Industry In today’s rapidly evolving life sciences industry, finding innovators has become critical for organizations seeking to stay ahead of the curve. Finding innovators in the life sciences industry The importance of innovative leadership cannot be overstated.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2018

As I watched the documentary, I was struck by how closely the story mirrored case studies from the business world, and how perfectly it illustrated the points I try to emphasize in the leadership and innovation class I teach at MIT. In fact, an original, revolutionary vision isn’t innovation at all (and it certainly isn’t leadership).

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

Instead invest in your highly talent managers and teach them the art of strategy. The more people you have thinking strategically, even at the frontlines, the more innovative and dynamic your company will be. Resist the urge to label and box your talent and move on. It’s a win-win. How Help a Manager Become More Strategic.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2024

In his simple but powerful step-by-step strategy, Silverstein shows you how to identify what you should be acting on and create continuous progress on your goals and in your life. Ultimately, The Entrepreneurial Mindset Advantage shows us how a subtle shift in our perspective can make a big difference in our lives.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 27, 2024

It sets apart organizations that simply survive from those that turn challenges into opportunities, encouraging innovation and growth. The responsibility lies with these leaders to navigate uncertainty and foster a culture emphasizing adaptability and innovation.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

A strong north wind has rapidly shaped the industry’s evolution through innovation. These innovations have revolutionized various industries and have the potential to continue shaping our future. Businesses now have powerful tools and technologies to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and deliver customer value.

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Rich Gee Group

JULY 29, 2024

You’ve made it to a significant point in your career. But here’s the hard truth: the leadership strategies that brought you success might not be the same ones that will keep you moving forward. Why Your Current Strategy Isn’t Enough 1. Your leadership must evolve with your career trajectory. Congratulations!

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Rich Gee Group

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In the journey of your career, the phrase "Put on your big-boy pants" (or big-girl pants) is more than just a call to maturity; it's an invitation to step into the realm of personal growth and professional excellence. Let's break it down: Pushing Yourself Beyond Comfort Why It's Crucial : Comfort zones are career stagnation in disguise.

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Career Advancement

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

I begin by reassuring them that time-management strategies like these ones can relieve a lot of their stress. Just as you’re working to step into a higher-level career, some of your subordinates might be itching to take on new responsibilities, too. Saying no is a key time-management strategy, especially when it comes to meetings.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 12, 2024

If you want to push your career and your organization forward, you need to get bold. Disruption strategist Kanungo presents the mindset needed and the strategies to adopt to create your own path forward. Success Is a Pitfall Past success kills innovation. To innovate, you need to let go of those things.

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Career Advancement

FEBRUARY 20, 2017

Here are three strategies that will help you increase your influence at work. Before pitching an innovative idea, ask yourself whom you need on your side. Talkback: Have you tried any of these strategies for building your influence? Having influence over others will allow you to truly have an impact on your organization.

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Rich Gee Group

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

We often rely on proven strategies and approaches that have brought us success. The Einstellung Effect represents the mental rut formed by our preferred methods and successful strategies. He combined his training with scientific understanding, employing new training techniques and strategies. Cultivate a Growth Mindset.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

With the finish line in sight, you can innovate without fear, tossing out time-saving hacks like confetti. If you’re up to your neck in it, asking for help isn’t a white flag; it’s a strategy. “I Identifying the expendable can be surprisingly quick once you start that dialogue. A few powerful phrases that can help.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Most organizations have created always-on work contexts that are burning people out and hurting performance rather than delivering productivity, innovation and engagement. The dilemma is that we all need to collaborate more to create effective organizations and vibrant careers for ourselves.

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Lead from Within

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Therefore, I’ve identified seven proven strategies that can help you, as a leader, create the kind of culture where your employees feel heard and respected. A culture of psychological safety encourages risk-taking and honest feedback, which are crucial for continuous improvement and innovation.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

These leaders are essential for driving innovation and maintaining a competitive edge. Agile decision-making allows them to respond swiftly to challenges and pursue innovative solutions. Catalysts for Change: These executives excel at building high-performing teams and fostering a culture where innovation thrives.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

While AI can enhance decision-making, streamline operations, and drive innovation, it also brings challenges such as ethical concerns, job displacement, and data privacy issues. Here are some strategies leaders can implement to mitigate AI risks effectively.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 25, 2013

By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth. How many times in your career have you witnessed someone say, “that’s impossible – it simply can’t be done.” Whenever I see leaders focus on maintenance over innovation, I see people who have unnecessarily drawn the line of impossibility in the sand.

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Rich Gee Group

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

In my previous article , I touched on its surface implications and some basic strategies to overcome them. Some of the world's most accomplished people, from Maya Angelou to Albert Einstein, have expressed feelings of self-doubt and inadequacy at some point in their careers. Innovation and creativity suffer.

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Career Advancement

AUGUST 17, 2020

In every career path, there’s a level at which leadership skills and visibility play a much stronger role in promotions than job skills. Through these strategies, you won’t just get noticed; you’ll also be remembered. Resourceful” and “innovative” topped the list. You’ll never get ahead at work by lurking in the shadows.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 23, 2021

In this episode of Asking For a Friend, Jack Phillips, author of High-Impact Human Capital Strategy and Chairman of ROI Institute about how to calculate ROI for remote work vs. in-person work. Career issues may occur. 26:04 Karin: How do you calcuate ROI when it comes to innovation? . The more engaged, the more innovation.

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Lead from Within

JUNE 12, 2024

Here are ten proven strategies for reskilling your workforce to thrive in the age of AI and the future of work: Embrace GenAI to Augment Decision Making : In the AI era, leaders should view AI, or “GenAI,” as a tool to enhance decision-making rather than replace it. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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Leading Blog

MAY 1, 2023

Generation Why : How Boomers Can Lead and Learn from Millennials and Gen Z by Karl Moore Perhaps more than ever before, young people entering the workforce are searching for meaning and authenticity in their careers. Beyond Disruption : Innovate and Achieve Growth without Displacing Industries, Companies, or Jobs by W.

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2014

They feel parenthood and marriage are more important than career and financial success. They Are Influenced By Innovation. They say that the biggest barriers to innovation are manager’s attitude, operational structure and procedures, and lack of diversity. They believe innovation is repeatable rather than spontaneous and random.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

This executive role focuses on developing and implementing human resources strategies to manage the workforce and create a positive organizational culture. Chief People Officer Role Overview: The CPO oversees talent management, recruitment, and retention strategies to ensure the organization has the right individuals in place.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

This proactive approach helps organizations stay nimble and ready to pivot and innovate when faced with new challenges. It’s a strategy that brings clarity to your growth plans and confidence to your workforce, positioning the business for success, no matter what the future holds.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 24, 2012

By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth. Turn Innovation Inward. Innovation continues to be a hot topic, and rightly so. Few things can change the course of a project, career, company, category, or industry like successful efforts in innovation. When was the last time you changed something about you ?

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Lead from Within

JUNE 12, 2024

It is the pivotal strategy to future-proof their organizations. Here we explore ten proven strategies to equip your workforce with the skills they’ll need to meet the challenges and opportunities ahead. This cross-pollination of skills can inspire innovation and create a more adaptable workforce.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

They are the guiding force that ensures the smooth functioning of the institution, promoting a culture of innovation and excellence and nurturing the development of both students and educators. This requires leaders who are not only knowledgeable and experienced in their respective fields but also adaptable, innovative, and forward-thinking.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 28, 2015

Global Practice Chair, Strategy N2Growth. Most organizations, and even most strategy consultants, are using strategic planning frameworks built for business models that were designed during the industrial age. IT’S TIME TO INNOVATE STRATEGY. By Mark Hefner.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

These Human Resource leaders represent the top 25 human resources leaders shaping careers, culture, and talent at the world’s most innovative people driven companies. While Chief Digital/Technology Officers or Chief Marketing Officers are often tagged with the innovator label, it is the CHRO who is the real innovator in 2020.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

External factors such as economic oscillations, market volatility, and industry disruptions drastically impact succession strategies. Strategies for Effective Succession Planning in Unstable Environments A strategic approach is crucial to addressing the complexity of succession planning.

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Leading Blog

MAY 3, 2024

My own confrontation with vulnerability’s raw power came unexpectedly during a pivotal moment in my career. It breaks down barriers, fosters genuine connections, and cultivates an environment where innovation and loyalty can flourish. Leaders should share their past mistakes and the lessons learned from them.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 1, 2024

By fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence, academic leaders create a dynamic learning environment that prepares students for the ever-changing demands of the modern world. They are accountable for devising and executing policies advocating academic honesty, inclusivity , and innovation.

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