N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Businesses now have powerful tools and technologies to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and deliver customer value. Similarly, the increasing adoption of cloud computing, the Internet of Things (IoT), and blockchain technology enables professionals to specialize in these areas, unlocking new career paths and prospects.

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The Empowered Buisness

JUNE 16, 2015

The following article — Time is Money: The 3 Different Approaches to Strategic Planning — was written by Gabriel Najera — Founder, Najera Consulting Group. Time is Money: The 3 Different Approaches to Strategic Planning. Who has the time do a strategic plan with so much work to do?”

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 13, 2011

Every sound business initiative begins with a solid strategic plan. However while most anyone can cobble together a high level strategic plan, very few can author a strategy that can be successfully implemented. Actionable : A successful idea cannot remain in a strategic planning state. via n2growth.com [.]

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 25, 2024

Ultimately, executive coaching empowers entrepreneurs to tap into their full potential, overcome obstacles, and achieve sustainable success in their careers and ventures. Unlike corporate executives operating within established structures, the entrepreneur often finds themself navigating uncharted territory.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 18, 2010

Also, a common response is to confuse a sales engine, fulfillment process, operational process, technology platform, or any number of other areas as business models, where this is not the case. Furthermore, a business plan, strategic plan, marketing plan, capital formation plan, exit plan, etc.,

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In the CEO Afterlife

DECEMBER 31, 2011

The Nuts and Bolts of the Strategic Plan [link]. Strategic Plans have to start with deep strategic thought and the right conviction. There has to be a break from day-to-day operations in the process. A ‘do-more-of-the-same but better’ attitude will surely result in mediocrity. Does a Mentor Have to Breathe?

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Lead Change Blog

MARCH 27, 2020

This is because you are going against your gut reactions, which is what you need for you to fight mental blindspots in your business and career. Your company will need to make major changes to remain operational. Prepare for a Realistic, Pessimistic Scenario. Assess how these possible changes will affect your business model and staff.

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Supply Chain Short-term Strategic Planning Long-term 222

N2Growth Blog

MAY 24, 2024

Defining the Key Elements of a Strategic Succession Strategy A robust succession plan depends on thorough strategic planning and preparation. It is often ingrained within companies that succession planning is a covert operation.

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Contingency Plans Succession Diversity Mentor 243

Lead Change Blog

JUNE 1, 2021

David Grossman of The Grossman Group provided Communicating Your Strategic Plan to Employees. Joel Garfinkle of the Career Advancement Blog shared How to Become Your Boss’s Favorite Employee. Laura Schroeder of Working Girl provided Resilience Starts with Operational Excellence. Seize unforeseen opportunities.”

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 3, 2011

What do great CEOs do when the business model, the strategic plan, and the revenue hurdles don’t seem to be in alignment? That is the question that many a business is forced to ask at some point during their life cycle. They make changes.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 11, 2020

A talented wordsmith, Jerri crafted a strategic plan called “The Success Suit” and the word quickly took off. When she heard of a store owner in the Carolinas that provided clothing for re-entry women, Jerri decided she could start something similar in Orange County, CA, as a sideline.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

The Importance of Strategic Commercial Leadership Strategic leadership is the linchpin that aligns an organization’s vision with its operational execution. Progressing through roles in sales, marketing, or business development provides the necessary exposure to market intricacies and strategic planning.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 5, 2011

At this stage of my career I tend to look at the nature of the engagement more than I do my rate schedule. Pricing needs to be dealt with in the most embryonic stages of strategic planning and needs to constantly be evaluated based upon changes in market dynamics. .

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

But often, these top-tier executives don’t know where to go to achieve this critical perspective and guidance at this stage in their careers. There’s also no guarantee of proficiency that a leader will operate at when skills and qualities are learned or developed informally.

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Great Leadership By Dan

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Create a Clear Vision, Strategic Direction and Communicate It Constantly. In my years serving as CEO I have made it a priority to build a living, breathing strategic plan. I’m an engineer by training, and through my experience have seen that systems work, when practiced regularly and planned purposefully.

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Mills Scofield

APRIL 15, 2012

Long before it became fashionable, Saul was leveraging the power of business models in his career. We know the importance of a living, adaptable, actionable strategic plan. Saul urges us to also create a shared operating model on HOW value will be delivered. It provides everyone with a common mission and purpose.

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Lead from Within

AUGUST 27, 2024

Strategic Thinking: Winning leaders dedicate time to strategic planning and big-picture thinking. In contrast, wannabe leaders focus on day-to-day operations without long-term strategies. This can skew their decision-making and priorities. They understand market trends and prepare for future challenges.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Finally, ensuring leadership continuity involves preparing for smooth transitions and aligning succession planning with the organization’s strategic goals. Effective succession planning helps: Prepare Internal Candidates: Equip them to transition seamlessly into key roles, minimizing disruptions and maintaining operational stability.

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Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 21, 2015

The future of operations requires state of the art systems to assure premier service to our customers. Integration with a data center whose primary products are systems and data processing is strategically the right move. We have a strategic plan for every person affected by this organizational integration.

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 15, 2024

Staying ahead of the curve is essential for professionals seeking career growth and specialization in accounting. Covering areas such as auditing, financial accounting, and taxation, the CPA credential opens doors to a myriad of career opportunities, from public accounting firms to corporate finance roles.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 11, 2014

In it, Bogey reprised the 1930’s Broadway hit and movie that launched his career. I’m a big advocate of Strategic Planning and Visioning. I know from experience that planning while going through the ‘alligators’ is the most effective way to conduct the process.

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Energy Strategic Planning Succession Humphrey 71

CO2

JANUARY 23, 2011

I remember when I was at the beginning of my career and calling on AARP as a direct marketer to do their work. Gary Cohen grew the company from two people to 2,200 employees Currently, he is Managing Partner of CO2 Partners, LCC, operating as an executive coach and consultant. Where has time gone. Technology and its role in travel 2.0

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Executive Coaching Strategic Planning Direct Marketing Taylorism 74

Coaching Tip

AUGUST 19, 2011

The inner work life system operates as it does because this is how the human brain operates. Emotions are both sharply defined reactions and more general feelings, like good and bad moods. Brain science helps explain how the three components interact to shape performance.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

What types of ‘wild goose chases’ have you pursued in your networking career? Are there networking situations which are beneficial for all parties? If so, analyze and align with those situations, rather than with the fruitless ones. Analyze them by category, to see patterns. Are the people truly communicating when they network?

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CO2

OCTOBER 15, 2010

You may think that there is nothing you can do about it because you have tried everything you know to get your careers moving again. Gary Cohen grew the company from two people to 2,200 employees Currently, he is Managing Partner of CO2 Partners, LCC, operating as an executive coach and consultant. Technology and its role in travel 2.0

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Coaching Tip

APRIL 9, 2015

They fail because they do not have a clear and simple way to get this strategic thinking time into their company routine or regular flight path. Being busy with the day-to-day operations of the business is the most common excuse from executives for not having time to think and work on winning moves.

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Joseph Lalonde

MARCH 14, 2018

I follow 6 principles on a daily basis, which I know has made a significant impact on my career success. The biggest takeaway is nearly everyone has an intentional plan for all seven areas. Which leads me to this conclusion; one of the healthiest habits you can operate in is healthy thinking! What is that!?” I could breathe.

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Succession Self-aware Learning-by-Doing Follow-up 316

Great Leadership By Dan

AUGUST 14, 2018

Guest post from Robert (Dusty) Staub : “Perhaps the only sustainable competitive advantage is increasing your ability to learn faster than your competition.” - Arie de Geus, former head of Strategic Planning, Shell Oil Company Are you getting the best results from the people–the embedded collective intelligence–in your organization?

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Organization Teamwork Learning-by-Doing System 158

Strategy Driven

MAY 6, 2011

Pressures continue and accelerate for companies to stay in operation, become competitive, keep ahead of the marketplace and perform quality work. Few of those have actually written Strategic Plans and do not really comprehend what the Visioning process actually is. There is a sense that company operations are out of control.

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CO2

OCTOBER 15, 2010

You may think that there is nothing you can do about it because you have tried everything you know to get your careers moving again. Gary Cohen grew the company from two people to 2,200 employees Currently, he is Managing Partner of CO2 Partners, LCC, operating as an executive coach and consultant. Technology and its role in travel 2.0

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Executive Coaching Strategic Planning Taylorism Taylor 60

CO2

JANUARY 21, 2011

Our self-esteem, relationships, and careers are all profoundly affected by the kinds of questions we ask. Gary Cohen grew the company from two people to 2,200 employees Currently, he is Managing Partner of CO2 Partners, LCC, operating as an executive coach and consultant. to “What should I do with my life?&#

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Blog Execution Executive Coaching Strategic Planning 68

Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

As you may know, a career in strategy or strategic planning implies you helping a corporation design their road to profitability and growth while overcoming competition and constant change. You can start your career in strategy at! Operations. The Most Popular Roles. Financial Services. Public Sector.

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CO2

AUGUST 1, 2010

Even if you’ve spent your entire career with the same organization, it was nearly impossible to have kept up with all the changes. Gary Cohen grew the company from two people to 2,200 employees Currently, he is Managing Partner of CO2 Partners, LCC, operating as an executive coach and consultant. I’m enjoying it.

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Management Executive Coaching Leadership Strategic Planning 79

Strategy Driven

JANUARY 3, 2014

In it, Bogey reprised the 1930’s Broadway hit and movie that launched his career. I’m a big advocate of Strategic Planning and Visioning. I know from experience that planning while going through the “alligators” is the most effective way to conduct the process. That’s a trademarked concept that I call Yesterdayism.

Energy 55

Energy Strategic Planning Succession Humphrey 55

Strategy Driven

AUGUST 3, 2012

This review is the basis for most elements that will appear in a strategic plan, including the organization’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats, actions, challenges, teamwork, change management, commitment, future trends and external forces. There is a sense that company operations are out of control.

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Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 28, 2010

Special Edition 49 – An Interview with Kathryn Ullrich, author of Getting to the Top explores the approaches everyone in the corporate world can use, regardless of their current position, to shape their career development and accelerate their advancement. To read Kathryn’s complete biography, click here.

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Make an equitable blend of ambition and desire: Fine-tuning one’s career is an admirable and necessary process. This premise also holds true for each corporate operating unit and department. Are the long-range strategic planning and budgeting processes integrated? Entrepreneur is as entrepreneur does.

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