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. Constraints are the gateway to creativity. In our research for Courageous Cultures , 67 percent of respondents said their manager operates around the notion of “this is the way we’ve always done it.” What’s most important?”

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

While some see it as a job disruptor, others recognize its potential as a catalyst for innovation. But beyond its functional capacities — from streamlining operations to nurturing customer relationships — lies an untapped reservoir of possibilities. True creative executives transcend the constraints of traditional business paradigms.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2011

The amount of capital required to run a business is based upon how the business is operated. Therefore if leadership operates the business without consideration for capital constraints, or irrespective of capital formation issues, then the blame should fall squarely on the shoulders of leadership.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 22, 2021

To help you develop confidence and grow as a leader, the authors present an operating system of leadership practices based on their time-tested Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership. Identify and remove self-imposed constraints and organizational conventions that block innovation and creativity. Enable Others to Act.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 27, 2020

T HE BIGGEST CHANGE being brought about by AI is not human replicas, but the emergence of digital operating models. The operating model is how that is accomplished. The goal of the operating model is to deliver value at scale, to achieve sufficient scope, and to respond to changes by engaging in sufficient learning.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 21, 2011

I think we are seeing too much of this core issue and what we end up with is operational complexity and lack of innovation and forward momentum. In a section titled, “Creativity and Six Sigma don’t Mix,” Herbold writes: Innovation is not an orderly process. It’s also a very fragile process.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

having fewer options to assess based upon the new found time constraint. 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? I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2022

The fast-paced expansion of FinTech companies into long-distance geographies has increased the Penrose effect , thus escalating the managerial constraints affecting organizational growth and development. EBRD has always been one of the leading innovators in the space of sustainable investing and also FinTech.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Posted on July 7th, 2010 by admin in Leadership , Operations & Strategy , Rants By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth I have read some interesting articles and blog posts of late on the subject of CEO term limits, and felt this topic worthy of discussion.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

They bridge the gap between strategic plans and daily operations, optimizing resource use to stay aligned with long-term goals. Additionally, CSOs promote diversity, equity, and inclusion , fostering a positive culture and driving innovation. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Knowledge of DE&I principles is increasingly essential.

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Leading Blog

MAY 4, 2018

In Leading Clarity , Brad Deutser states that “Clarity operates on the truth that everything is connected.” We all work within constraints or within our particular box—a box of our own making. The box has four sides—Direction, Operations, People, Engagement—a bottom—Organizational Identity—and a top—Environmental Factors.

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Tanveer Naseer

OCTOBER 28, 2014

One of these conversations lead to a discussion about how leaders who want to push for change can deal with those above them who operate from the command-and-control style of leadership – in other words, those that subscribe to the overtly-controlling it’s my way or you’re out approach.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving social and economic landscape, many nonprofit audiences (and the organizations themselves) face greater challenges than ever, requiring strong, innovative, and creative nonprofit leaders capable of navigating complex issues with finesse and expertise.

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The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Central to the emergence of these business model innovations is a willingness on the part of the innovator to challenge the existing norms and regulations of the market they are entering,” the authors explain. Airbnb is an example of this, as they compete with hotels but not under the same constraints as hotels.

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Tanveer Naseer

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

It creates counterproductive limits on our ability to adapt and innovate Those familiar with innovation understand that our sense of creativity rises not in the absence of limitations, but in the presence of them. How can we become more agile and responsive if we assume we only need to operate from one vantage point or perspective?

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LDRLB

OCTOBER 4, 2011

I’ve just finished reading another good article about an innovator’s need to open the mind. Articles like these always make me wonder: Doesn’t the other 95% of the business need to innovate, too? Their reactivity drags down whatever innovations do arise, and it’s really too bad. Create constraints.

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Lead from Within

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

As leaders, we need to help people shift their mindset to consider the new possibilities for creativity and innovation that remote work brings instead of wishing they were back at the office. Strengthened trust and communication, in turn, are the best way to overcome operational and physical distance. Ensure psychological safety.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 5, 2019

It’s about “how to release yourself and those you lead from the constraints of the mind’s own making and those of our organizations.”. It is how successful leaders in business, in all walks of life, in fact, operate: by keeping their eyes on today and on the vision— always moving forward. This is a powerful book. Tolerating Curiosity.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

Like you, I have not failed here often, but only due to much constraint and assistance from God's Spirit. 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? I Think Not.

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Great Leadership By Dan

MARCH 17, 2016

Guest post from Matt Tenney There is much debate over the question of whether innovative people are born as innovators, or if innovation is something that is trainable. Although many people use the words creative and innovative as synonyms, the two are actually quite distinct. A well-known example of this is Bill Gates.

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CEO Blog

JANUARY 28, 2011

Many business analysts attribute a great deal of Virgins success to the innovative leadership style of its chairman, Sir Richard Branson, who has demonstrated a marked ability to inspire his people to innovate and grow. This style requires the leader to continually adjust to emergent constraints and limitations imposed on him.

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LDRLB

OCTOBER 4, 2011

I’ve just finished reading another good article about an innovator’s need to open the mind. Articles like these always make me wonder: Doesn’t the other 95% of the business need to innovate, too? Their reactivity drags down whatever innovations do arise, and it’s really too bad. Create constraints.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Moreover, limited resources and budget constraints often come with working in the nonprofit sector, making the hiring process even more complex. Under their leadership, the nonprofit was able to significantly expand its reach and impact, collaborating with various stakeholders to implement innovative, sustainable solutions.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2023

With the rapidly evolving nature of technology and the increasing demand for skilled professionals, these firms bring their expertise to identify and attract top-level executives with the necessary skills and experience to drive innovation and growth.

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In the CEO Afterlife

JANUARY 22, 2012

Suffice to say, most of the issues were short-term and operational rather than strategic. Fortunately for me, I grew up in strategic environments and I learned to balance operational challenges with strategic opportunity. No matter what a company’s product or service, this is not a business anomaly. Squeaky wheels get the grease.

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Lead from Within

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Do they foster creative thought and innovation? Make sure that each team member understands what is expected of them and what they can expect of one another, and that operating principles and conflict resolution processes are clear. List things out step by step so everyone has the clarity they need. Ask your team. Ask your team.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

reduced due to time constraints, but if you wanted to get a head start on finding the best ones, check out this list by Mike Myatt, and this one by Jurgen on [.] reduced due to time constraints, but if you wanted to get a head start on finding the best ones, check out this list by Mike Myatt, and this one by Jurgen on [.] I Think Not.

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Mike Cardus

OCTOBER 16, 2012

Ask How should this system operate? Like Russ Ackoff stated “ If you cannot describe what you want to have happen with no constraints, how can you expect to have it happen with the current constraints you are dealing with!?”. Here are 6 steps to turn a problem into a solutions without using ‘why’.

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Mike Cardus

JANUARY 26, 2020

Being able to align the different services, constraints, and diverse pathways into a coherent vision and action. Positioning is required to scale your services into a whole business that can operate with sales, products, customer service, follow up, and business units. Being able to hold multiple concepts (i.e.,

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Skip Prichard

JUNE 18, 2020

How to Ignite Innovation. Innovation is one subject that each and every one of us should study because its powerful force is available to us if we know how to tap it. It’s no surprise that Tamara Ghandour’s book interested me because I read all I can about innovation and creativity. Everyone is Innovative . so read on.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2024

Navigating the Challenges of Limited Resources in Nonprofit Executive Search Navigating the challenges of limited resources in nonprofit executive search requires a strategic and innovative approach. However, it’s important to remember that limited resources do not necessarily equate to limited possibilities.

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Innovation Excellence

APRIL 14, 2020

Like the majority of the world’s population in April 2020, I find myself unable to implement my preferred method of innovation discovery. In the meantime, however, I would like to make use of an innovation technique I have mentioned in previous articles. Ernest Hemingway. Hemingway House, Key West, Florida.

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Mike Cardus

AUGUST 29, 2012

if you cannot describe what you want in an ideal situation, how can you know what you want with constraints? The one thing rule applies because work systems operate in weird and emergent ways, changing one thing will have impacts up and down the work that are not expected. Actually a rather simple solution may work just fine.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

John summarizes, “The basic idea of idealized design is to create a new design for a product, service or the organization based on what is feasible today (but without being limited by the constraints of the existing state). ” Find John on Twitter at @curiouscat_com. ” Follow Paul on Twitter at @paul_larue.

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 24, 2024

By carefully considering the design of these pallet rack systems , warehouse operators can optimize not just space but also the movement and accessibility of goods, ultimately driving faster fulfillment rates and better inventory turnover.

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Mike Cardus

AUGUST 24, 2012

There is a need to focus on problems and identify defects…all that can be beneficial BUT if you cannot tell me how the system should be operating and how you want the people to work in that system , then there can be no improvement. How in the world can you know what you would do under constraints? At about 9.38

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 15, 2020

We are entering a new fluid state that will lead to an unprecedented period of innovation and transformation. While some organizations had begun to embrace these technologies before the pandemic, it’s now critical that business leaders keep moving ahead with innovation efforts as we move into a new normal. Autonomous machines.

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