Leading Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Learners gain a lifelong readiness to push themselves outside of their comfort zones, using setbacks as launchpads for learning and innovation. Drawing upon detailed case studies, economic theory, and personal experience, Pivot or Die offers a behind-the-scenes look at the development of innovative technology and business strategies.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The more we use technology and outsourced thinking, we diminish our ability to think for ourselves. He explains why this is so by dissecting and analyzing his own experiences—using himself as a case study. Complexity is in. Common sense no longer helps us connect the dots. Other people’s agenda becomes our narrative.

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CEO Insider

JANUARY 11, 2025

Ilia Rozmans rise from humble beginnings to leading an AI-focused marketing agency offers a case study in the evolving role of artificial intelligence in business. As founder of the AI Influencer Agency, Rozman leverages AI to create digital influencers that blend emotional storytelling with technological innovation.

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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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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2021

From Michael Dell, renowned founder and chief executive of one of America’s largest technology companies, the inside story of the battles that defined him as a leader. Play Nice But Win is a riveting account of the three battles waged for Dell Technologies: one to launch it, one to keep it, and one to transform it.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 2, 2018

As companies increasingly recognize the importance of innovation and disruptive solutions to remain competitive, the big question remains: where does innovation come from and how a culture of innovation be cultivated? Automating innovation will allow employees to balance daily tasks while also cultivating new ideas.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2023

Concurrently, a culture of continuous learning and improvement and an open-minded approach to change can catalyze efficiency, spark innovation, and enhance competitiveness. Moreover, influential leaders enhance performance by fostering an environment with innovation, learning, and growth.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 1, 2022

Other case studies include Adobe, Citigroup, Eli Lilly, Hitachi, Honeywell, Inditex, Komatsu, STC Pay, and Titan. We the Leader : Build a Team of Equals Who All Lead AND Follow to Drive Creativity and Innovation by Jeffrey Spahn. We the Leader provides a solution to this dilemma: Approach leadership as a collective art.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Emerging technologies, changing demographics, the data economy, automation, and other trends-the undercurrents of radical, systemic change-are crashing into each other. Almost 30 years later, at the pinnacle of his success as founder and leader of Dell Technologies, he found himself embroiled in a battle for his company’s survival.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

I was fortunate to work in corporate recruiting for a global technology company in 2008 when the idea of a remote workforce was embraced. Embracing this model allows businesses to tap into a global talent pool, which can drive innovation and growth. The recent COVID pandemic was a turning point for remote workforce transformation.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 27, 2020

AI is breaking down the limits that are inherent in traditional operating models to drive new value, growth, and innovation. The authors provide case studies from the travel industry to the retail, entertainment, and automotive industries. Capabilities Are Increasingly Horizontal and Universal.

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Innovation Excellence

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

This is a brief case study for meaningful & constructive conversations about why things aren’t working within our innovation efforts. — Quick intro I’m passionate about helping people take their best ideas to market, and I’m fully aware that ideas can come from anyone or anywhere.

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Rich Gee Group

JUNE 10, 2024

This reluctance stifles innovation and prevents the workforce from acquiring new skills essential for adapting to market changes. For example, companies can implement regular training sessions, establish mentorship programs, or offer flexible work arrangements to promote a more innovative, motivated, and productive workforce.

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Rich Gee Group

OCTOBER 8, 2023

For executives, AI isn't just about technology; it's about transformation. AI specialists can provide insights into what technologies to adopt, how to integrate them, and how to avoid potential pitfalls. The book also includes case studies from companies that have successfully implemented AI.

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Innovation Excellence

OCTOBER 5, 2016

It’s easy to think that innovation is about resources – throw enough money, smart minds, and clever technology at the problem and the answer will surely follow. Sometimes the very absence of resources is what galvanises innovation. But the history of ideas suggests there is another pathway.

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Tanveer Naseer

JANUARY 15, 2013

By contrast, the two books reviewed below offer highly specific ways of engaging culture to build more effective, productive, and innovative organizations. They fully describe each element, and provide case studies and actionable takeaways. Behave less hierarchically! Become a change agent!

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Chart Your Course

OCTOBER 9, 2012

Optimistic employees work harder, longer and with a more innovative spirit. Optimism frames and fuels decisions, and in the modern workplace, it fosters solid work, innovation and sales. Microsoft has no shortage of firsts for technology, but they fail to generate the same buzz. How can you encourage innovation?

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 11, 2010

Validating proof of concept around social media ROI is a discussion that may have had a bit of relevance 24 months ago, but unless you’ve been stranded on a desert island for the last couple of years you know that numerous case studies abound which validate social media beyond any reasonable doubt. I Think Not.

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Chartered Management Institute

OCTOBER 15, 2023

ChMC Case Study: Simon Clark Partner at IBM iX Simon Clark shares how the ChMC award elevated his credibility and professional development as a digital technology consultant. Simon Clark is a partner with IBM Consulting responsible for digital and analytics across consulting, process, innovation and project delivery.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2011

" If you, or anyone else is interest in reading about those they can download my report filled with specific client case studies at [link]. link] mikemyatt Hi Skip: Thanks for the comment as well as for sharing your insightful observations. I appreciate you sharing your link which also contains some great advice. I Think Not.

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HR Digest

JANUARY 9, 2025

Technology Barriers Not all employees have access to high-speed internet, up-to-date hardware, or a quiet space for learning. Opportunities in Remote Learning While remote learning presents challenges, it also offers unique opportunities to innovate and enhance training programs.

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Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog

JUNE 27, 2013

Whitney Johnson is a leading thinker on driving innovation via personal disruption and a co-founder of Clayton Christensen’s investment firm Rose Park Advisors. Erin Newkirk, the founder of RedStamp , provides a good case study in grappling with this paradox.

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CEO Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

I read a Carmine Gallo book - " The Power of foursquare - 7 innovative ways to get your customers to check in wherever they are ". I often try new technologies. I particularly liked the case study about a nonprofit that raised $50,000 using a "check-in" campaign. The interesting thing is I thought it already was viral.

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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 21, 2022

Despite widespread claims by government officials that looming logistical mayhem at the UK border as a result of the country’s decision to leave the European Union would be solved by indeterminate technological solutions, none has yet materialized. They are moderately confident that blockchain could play such a role, however.

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 27, 2024

Researchers at Bocconi University suggest that informal groups, working together in areas with tough competition and poor resource management, could be the solution to creating innovation hubs. These hubs, or innovation ecosystems, bring together government, universities, and others to boost innovation and commercialize key technologies.

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LDRLB

OCTOBER 26, 2012

HR Practices – Innovation in specialized areas of HR (i.e., HR Innovator and Integrator – HR Professionals must ensure the organization has the right talent and leadership for the current and future success of the organization.It must develop innovative HR practices that drive the talent agenda of the organization.

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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 25, 2019

Countries around the world are faced with considerable skills, productivity and social inclusion challenges that require novel and innovative approaches to skills development. “Skills improvements complement other key building blocks of an innovative and inclusive economy,” the authors explain. Reinvention.

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Strategy Driven

MAY 21, 2024

Innovative Solutions for Energy Resilience Several innovative solutions are being developed to enhance energy resilience. Role of Advanced Technologies Advanced technologies such as smart grids and predictive analytics are revolutionizing the management and protection of energy systems.

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Innovation Excellence

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Steve Jobs built—and then revived—Apple by fusing technology with design. IBM has remained a top player in its industry for roughly a century by investing in research that is often a decade ahead of its time. Facebook “moves fast and maintains a stable infrastructure” (but apparently doesn’t break things anymore).

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Talent Anarchy 1

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

When I got back to my office that next Monday, I had to set about the work of getting my office (including my technology) up and running again. This isn’t just true of technology. He shared a few case studies for how his team is using Organizational Network Analysis (ONA) to improve engagement and performance.

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LDRLB

OCTOBER 26, 2012

HR Practices – Innovation in specialized areas of HR (i.e., HR Innovator and Integrator – HR Professionals must ensure the organization has the right talent and leadership for the current and future success of the organization.It must develop innovative HR practices that drive the talent agenda of the organization.

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Ulrich Human Resources Competitive Advantage Survey 117

N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 18, 2011

The beautiful thing about your story is it makes for a wonderful case study. Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? Congratulations to you Sir. I Think Not.

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CO2

DECEMBER 24, 2010

They have been studying over the past decade innovation within established organizations. In the process they have compiled perhaps the most extensive library of innovation case studies in the world. If you are struggling with innovation in your organization this is a must read.

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Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Therefore, embracing efficient payroll management practices is not merely an operational enhancement but a strategic necessity that empowers businesses to focus more on growth avenues and innovation without the looming shadow of payroll backlogs.

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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 29, 2021

Given this mixed record of success and the inherent complexity of adopting technologies that can often be a world away from what you are used to, it’s perhaps understandable that many managers are reluctant to venture down such an uncertain path. Using digital technology to better engage with customers and sell more effectively.

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Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 13, 2023

As the world grapples with waste management challenges, the city of Houston stands as a beacon of innovation. Case Study: Houston’s Multi-Sector Approach In Houston, this collaborative spirit is palpable. Moreover, these policies can incentivize innovations, further driving the sector forward. The future?

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

With technology moving at such a rapid rate these days, you can’t afford to allow your hardware and software to become old and stale. However, when you do get round to upgrading your technology, it is all too easy for it to cause business disruptions. Hire the Right Tech Team. Plan and Test.

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