N2Growth Blog

MARCH 24, 2025

Jean-Christophe Simon highlights, Testing leadership potential in low-risk environments, such as projects or small teams, can reveal whether an individual is ready for greater responsibilities. Mentorship allows potential leaders to gain experience in guiding others without immediately transitioning into formal leadership roles.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Furthermore, predictive analytics can forecast hiring needs based on business growth projections and market trends, allowing organizations to address talent gaps proactively. In some cases, virtual and augmented reality are also utilized for immersive candidate assessments and onboarding experiences.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

It’s not about piling on new projects or suggesting another course to take. How do you see your career evolving over the next few years?” By helping your team members develop—even when they’re resistant—you’re future-proofing their careers and your team’s success. So, what does that look like? Growth can be subtle.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

It could be theyre obsessed with their passion project (which, unfortunately, has nothing to do with yours). Try this: “Ive been working on [insert key project], and I know how important this is to [company priority]. But whether they do or not, you have the ability to get the support, recognition, and career growth you deserve.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 15, 2014

I work on projects during the day. My digital signature says “Project Manager” I think about the work I do and what is required to get ahead. While I aspire to achieve more in my career, I also aspire to be humble. Is there a humble way I can take a picture of a project and showcase my work?

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Career Advancement

MAY 10, 2021

Striving to be a top performer, not only doing what is expected but taking on higher-level projects and responsibilities whenever possible. State specific, concrete project outcomes, illustrating what your successes mean for the company. Volunteer for more challenging projects that help you meet the personal goals you’ve set.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 30, 2014

” Power words include: “experience”, “management,” “project.” Career & Learning career creative resumes infographic resumes resume' They analyzed 3 million resumes and correlated them with managers ratings of “5 star.” Focus on RESULTS not actions.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 15, 2021

Delegating important projects. Early in my career, my boss challenged me to speak up and be more of a leader in staff meetings. ”. Think about the leaders who impacted your career by coaching you. “ My boss assigned me special projects to expand my skills; he stayed involved to coach me and remove obstacles.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

This example underscores how a well-orchestrated assessment process can transform individual promise into measurable leadership impact, fueling both career advancement and organizational success. Unearthing Leadership Qualities Through Regular Appraisals Latent leadership potential often remains undiscovered unless carefully brought to light.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 11, 2014

Either way, you’re in a new job or staring at a new project and don’t have the slightest clue where to start. Authenticity & Transparency Career & Learning career moves confidence humilty new job Trust uncertainty' Perhaps you convinced them you were ready, or maybe someone convinced you.

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Lead from Within

MAY 22, 2024

As an executive leadership coach with years of experience, I’ve witnessed firsthand the significant impact that professional relationships can have on an individual’s career success. These connections can lead to career advancements that may have otherwise remained out of reach. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 5, 2022

If you’re a new manager, eliminating these mistakes and building effective habits early will leverage your influence, build your career, reduce your frustration, and help you enjoy your work. These are practical ways you can build a strong foundation for your career. The project makes sense to you. Assume people should know.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 13, 2023

Stop that Credit Stealer and Get the Recognition You Deserve “I was in a meeting the other day, and one of the executives thanked my boss for the success of a project I’ve been working on all year. The really infuriating thing is that she had NOTHING to do with that project. And you know what she said next? Thank you.

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Career Advancement

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

After taking on several high-profile projects and solving one major problem that had been troubling her boss, she knew she had met those goals. Now she found herself at an interesting juncture in her career: She was thriving in her role, and she felt certain that new opportunities were bound to open up soon.

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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. Find out what’s most important to your boss as well as your boss’s boss, and seek out opportunities to volunteer for those projects. You’ll never get ahead at work by lurking in the shadows.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 31, 2023

Here are a selection of tweets from March 2023 that you will want to check out: Chronos or Kairos—Is it Your Moment for a Career Change? by @artpetty Leaders Love Puzzles (for Better and for Worse) by @edbatista No Time for Career Development? by @Julie_WG Self-Esteem: Why It's Career Rocket Fuel!

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 10, 2022

You have a long career to consider. Note: This was filmed at the King’s Road in Ireland on a pre-pandemic trip speaking at the Project Management Institute Global conference. How Your Great Boss Might Be Hurting Your Career. What would you add? First, don’t become a manipulative manager yourself.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Offer Challenging Projects Top performers thrive on challenge and innovation. Leaders keep their best employees engaged by assigning them to high-profile projects that stretch their skills and allow them to make a noticeable impact.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 12, 2014

It had been an insane but productive year of game-changing projects and really long hours. If possible calculate the ROI on your projects (of course this is a lot easier if you do it along the way versus pulling an all-nighter). I was proud, but exhausted. I was beyond annoyed. Laura knew what we had done. Numbers, Numbers, Numbers.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Earlier in our careers, we both thrived with managers who challenged us with new projects or gave us a chance to invest in an exciting opportunity. You can ask: Whats a project or skill youve been wanting to tackle? How can we align your work with your long-term goals? “You know why this matters more than anyone.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2021

If someone asks you what you think about a project and you say, “My interpretation is that it sucks,” you may be honest, but you’re not being respectful. So, instead of saying that the project sucks, share what values are at stake and what concerns you have. You’re not projecting a toxic interpretation of events onto other people.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 13, 2014

She can’t feel like a project. Authenticity & Transparency Career & Learning Communication confidence employee feedback leadership development Performance' Building confidence creates long-term impact for the employee, for the team, and for your company. 7Ways to BuildConfidence in Your Employee. Invest deeply.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2024

A well-chosen dean fosters greater faculty satisfaction by aligning faculty incentives with institutional priorities and supporting career advancement. By coordinating internship pipelines, fostering cross-disciplinary projects, and encouraging entrepreneurial thinking, the dean inspires students to engage deeply with their studies.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

a middle manager, frustrated in his current role, overlooks his long career of exciting challenges and developmental experiences. Every ounce of energy they spend on a project is a gift. Gratitude is missing when…. a team member resents the promotion of a coworker, and overlooks all the ways he has grown himself in the past year.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Understanding Germany's Shock Elections Germany sustained a political earthquake in recent elections Unpacking 2024's Career Development Trends : What 13,000+ Voices Reveal from @Julie_WG Reaching for the Executive Ranks, Part Three—Developing as an Integrative Thinker by @artpetty 3 Keystone Habits That Will Set Your Book Project Up for Success by (..)

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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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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 4, 2014

Encourage special projects, volunteer for new assignments. Authenticity & Transparency Career & Learning empowerment freedom freedom at work independence day' Create a Cultural Oasis: If you’re feeling frustrated by the culture of your organization, do what you can to create a cultural niche in your neck of the woods.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 19, 2024

Further, the approach taken early in a career can help or hinder in the future, and that goes for any field. Commit to persevering and staying the course with your project even when the going gets tough (which every story of every invention in history says that it will). It's a good time to innovate. * * * Peter H.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

It’s more like a career change than it is like a job change. You’re looking at doing work you don’t like every day for the rest of your career. You must try on the role to determine whether leadership is something you want to do for the rest of your career. Leadership Isn’t for Everyone. You want to make the right choice.

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Great Results Team Building

OCTOBER 30, 2024

For example, two team members may disagree on who the best college basketball team is… or the best approach to a project. For example, imagine two team members are in conflict over the allocation of resources for a project. These are usually low-stakes and don’t have lasting consequences on team performance.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

project management consultant” or “productivity coach”). Authenticity & Transparency Career & Learning career growth how to grow as a leader influence leadership development' Based on steps 1 and 2, decide whether this coach can help you in your current quest. If yes, continue to the next step.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JUNE 20, 2014

Your next promotion won’t happen until you “be the change” that those who have your career in their hands expect to see. Martin discusses the complexity of leading organizational change and the soft skills needed to lead successful change projects. Managing Through Career and Life Changes. David Dye of Engage!

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2020

We’re changing jobs more than ever and pursuing multiple careers and projects simultaneously. Take a moment to consider how many jobs you’ve had and how many careers you’re yet to embark upon? Integrating: Give life to a myriad of projects that we are valued for, and that fuel our inner working lives.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 1, 2020

Embarking on a journey of self-reflection and discovery, he forged a path to revolutionize his leadership and transform his career trajectory. It wasn't until Doug worked through these six steps that he was able to lift his leadership to heights that ultimately brought him career success, joy, and fulfillment. Friedman and Alyssa F.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 20, 2014

”Sure, I slacked off a bit on that project, but, I’m only human for Pete’s sake. When I asked the students to rate themselves and their teammates on their contribution to their team project, a similar pattern emerged. When it comes to self-assessment, our confidence seems to out-weigh our humility.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 8, 2019

Ditch the Post-Mortem and Hold a Post-Project Celebration If you’re like most managers we talk with, you know the importance of post-mortem reviews. But unless your project ends in disaster, it’s easy to skip the review and move on to the next […].

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 26, 2024

Some of my best work memories from my time at Verizon (and lasting relationships) came from collaborating on projects we both cared about. It could be preparing for a new role, or taking on a special project, or going deeper in the work you currently do. Do something that scares you (or at least challenges you). 4. __ Your turn.

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