Let's Grow Leaders

MAY 2, 2022

As organizations flatten and people continue to work remotely, it will take more than an executive sponsor to ensure your leadership development sticks. If your Sales SVP thinks your leadership development program is a distraction, your sales managers will show up late and multi-task. The Power of Leaders as Coaches. Wait, What?

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Here is a selection of Posts from October 2024 that you will want to check out: Making the Career Move to Manager (or not) by @artpetty U of V Men's Basketball Coach Tony Bennett Retirement Press Conference “I've been here for 15 years as the head coach, and I thought it would be a little longer, to be honest, but that's been on loan.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

At N2Growth , we recognize the transformative impact that strategic leadership in this position can have. This comprehensive guide explores the multifaceted responsibilities of this executive role, the critical importance of strategic leadership, and how to effectively navigate the complexities of recruiting for this pivotal position.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Today, organizations face multifaceted challenges that demand agile and decisive leadership. Interim executives have emerged as pivotal assets in steering companies through critical phases of transformation, growth, or crisis management. Industry insights support the critical role of interim executives.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2024

This multifaceted role requires rapid decision-making and strong leadership capabilities, enabling the COO to manage day-to-day activities while enhancing operational efficiency effectively. This ensures a robust alignment between the candidate’s leadership style and the company’s strategic objectives.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Leadership growth requires feedback and continual learning. And your influence will grow too if you invest in your leadership growth. Another time, we were working with an organization’s managers and having them rate the leadership behavior where they felt the most need to improve. Invest in Your Leadership Growth.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 10, 2025

If anything, they seem to oppose the very work youve committed your life to. Days when poor leadership, broken systems, or sheer exhaustion make you wonder if your work even matters. Days when poor leadership, broken systems, or sheer exhaustion make you wonder if your work even matters. Your team is suffering. And so do you.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 10, 2022

What’s your most valuable leadership practice? At the start of our work together, we’ll ask leaders and managers around the world for their most valuable leadership practice. But What’s the MOST Valuable Leadership Practice? What’s the most valuable leadership practice? It’s not flashy or charismatic.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Although their missions and objectives differ significantly from the for-profit sector, the challenge of securing exceptional leadership is no less demandingindeed, it can be more complex. A core consideration is the emphasis on mission-driven leadership.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Balancing leadership strategy and tactics is critical for leaders at every level of an organization. However, when you don’t pay attention to tactics and effective management, you create needless conflicts, frustrations and hurt feelings. Do you and your team hold one another accountable for commitments?

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

N2Growth recognizes that a leadership role dedicated to compliance is fundamental to success in any high-performing organization. They engage every level of the companyfrom executive teams to frontline staffguiding managers through complex issues, clarifying regulatory requirements, and championing a culture that prizes transparency.

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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. Our sophisticated assessment methodologies evaluate technical competencies, leadership capabilities, and cultural alignment.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 21, 2025

As a manager, you are responsible for making sure you are getting the most out of your team and for delivering a positive return on investment for your company. Employees and their personal work-related issues are the bane of every managers existence. So, how do you decide when its time to take notice?

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Leading Blog

JULY 7, 2023

In The Upside of Turbulence , he writes, “In a turbulent world, people must make long-term commitments based on a mental map they know to be flawed. The paradox arises in any situation where progress requires both long-term commitments from many people and adaptation to changing circumstances.” Donald Sull calls it the Map Paradox.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Now, think about how much easier it would be if every team member, from the boardroom to the front lines, shared that same drive and commitment. It requires intentional, visible leadership and a clear, consistent message that speaks louder than words. Is there a way to renew the commitment and follow through now?

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Despite its perceived importance, for the most part, companies have a miserable track record when it comes to managing their people. Companies consistently get culture wrong because they go about assessing it, and attempting to manage it from the top-down, not the bottom-up. But what does this mean?

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Sales Wolf Blog

JANUARY 11, 2025

Mindset - how a person thinks - what they value - how they view the world around them - how they do the work - belief in the mission - belief in their team and leadership form the foundation of performance. Belief drives commitment. Develop the Mindset of Leaders, Not Managers Scaling your business requires leaders, not task managers.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 7, 2022

You’ve clarified what matters most and you’re committed to accountability. But somehow, your leadership presence isn’t working. Committed, caring, hard-working leaders often find one or more of three overused strengths interfere with their influence. Overused Strengths that Limit Your Leadership.

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Rich Gee Group

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

He had a team that shared his commitment, a culture that rewarded innovation and resilience. A Catalyst Leader knows that motivation is sustained through a shared purpose and a commitment to continual improvement. That’s the essence of Catalyst Leadership—making decisions with the customer (or end-user) at the center of every strategy.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Overused assets can ruin a positive leadership presence. You’ve clarified what matters most and you’re committed to accountability. But somehow, your leadership presence isn’t working. Committed, caring, hard-working leaders often have one of three problems interfere with their influence. What’s happening? Process it.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MAY 21, 2023

My Feedback Isn’t Working…Performance Management for Repeat Issues You take performance management seriously. askingforafriend Human-centered performance management means giving meaningful feedback that reinforces clear expectations and gives space for emotions, support, and reflection. What can I do?

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

They not only manage their own stress effectively but also help to stabilize the team as a whole. I seek team members who demonstrate commitment to both the organization and to their colleagues. She frequently speaks on compliance, leadership, and risk management. Loyal Loyalty is a cornerstone of any effective team.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In an industry as complex and rapidly evolving as healthcare, having strong executive leadership is more important than ever. They must also be adept at navigating the intersection of clinical care and management expertise, balancing delivering high-quality care with financial sustainability and operational efficiency.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 14, 2024

10 Mistakes to Avoid When Working on Workplace Culture (and what to do instead) We’ve seen it happen so often—a leadership team pours time and resources into “fixing culture” only to wind up with employees rolling their eyes. See Also: Leaders Coaching Leaders: How Leadership Development Leads to Sustained Culture Change 2.

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Great Results Team Building

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Curley Fujihara, their 5-foot manager, stood on a chair with the broom raised high, allowing the players to practice shooting over what would feel like an impossible obstacle. Coach Lopes emphasized that, despite their differences, they were united in their commitment to each other and the game plan.

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Leading Blog

JULY 1, 2020

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in July 2020. Leading with Feeling : Nine Strategies of Emotionally Intelligent Leadership by Cary Cherniss and Cornelia W. Extraordinary leaders share a passionate commitment to achieving their vision that borders and sometimes crosses the line into obsession.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 18, 2024

But there’s always a leadership opportunity when a team member brings you a complaint. Depending on the circumstance, it may be an opportunity for that person to grow, for you to improve your leadership, or a moment to connect, build a stronger team, or a better process.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Overcoming an Outdated Leadership Brand. You’ve worked hard to build your leadership brand, but the negative perceptions linger. You can improve your reputation and your leadership brand with this proactive approach. What is a leadership brand? Imagine a meme or a billboard on the highway describing your leadership.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Engaged employees are more productive, committed, and likely to contribute to a positive work culture. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve worked with leaders across industries to address disengaged teams. I’ve found that disengagement often results from leadership practices misaligned with employee needs and values.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Mastery over various aspects of the business—from product development to supply chain management —is essential for this leader to facilitate smooth operations and establish a foundation for sustained success. Their leadership fosters an environment where challenges are turned into opportunities for growth.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Are there certain collaboration dimensions (connection, clarity, curiosity, commitment) that show up more often? Once you have your two habits, commit to them and get ready to build your leadership blueprint. Align on at least one or two consistent habits everyone will commit to practicing. And that momentum?

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

So why does maintaining practices that yield a high-performance state of mind matter so much for leadership? Committing to high standards and constantly learning, striving, and improving is critical. Rest and restore is now a fundamental principle in athletic training and similarly applies to leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Effective leadership is vital in finance and is crucial in guiding organizations toward success in a rapidly changing business landscape. Navigating complex financial markets, making informed decisions, and driving profitability requires strong leadership that inspires and motivates teams to achieve their goals.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Are you ready to discover the power of building resiliency and how it can redefine your leadership journey? Learn from leadership expert Simon T. Tools to create meaningful connections and build a human-centered leadership style. Embracing vulnerability, he argues, is essential for building resiliency in leadership. [00:27:37]

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

These firms’ expertise and extensive networks help organizations identify and attract top talent for critical leadership roles. Their commitment to ethical practices is paramount, as they inspire trust and reinforce their credibility in the eyes of their stakeholders.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Many people think leadership in the AI era is all about understanding technology or staying up to date with trends. My research reveals organizations implementing these advanced leadership frameworks achieve 43% higher performance metrics across key indicators. Embrace them, and lead with purpose and vision. #1

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Promote leaders who show their commitment to relationships and results One of the most important leadership decisions you’ll ever make is the choice to promote someone into a leadership role. Who you promote into leadership sends a powerful message of what matters […].

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