N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 2, 2024

The Creator: Innovators and Visionaries Creators are the pioneers of new ideas and visionary strategies– naturally inclined towards innovation, thinking outside the box, and envisioning future possibilities. Their leadership style is often characterized by: Creativity and Innovation: Generating groundbreaking ideas and solutions.

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Terry Starbucker

OCTOBER 14, 2012

At the same time, we were happy to give these folks some constructive feedback – the kind that can elevate their pitch to another level. Bonus points go to those who don’t need to get a massive share of that market just to break even. Get to the punch line – How will you make money?

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Leading Blog

MAY 5, 2023

And the Professional Golf Association (PGA) also makes new rules to adjust to advances, including how many clubs players may carry and what kinds, the construction of the ball, and so forth. Which Practices to Acquire The greatest innovations have come in times of war, pestilence, natural disaster, and so forth.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In countless cases, leaders have missed opportunities to tap into the enormous potential associated with the development of character to create innovation and excellence. We’ve constructed an “anatomy of leader character” based on a set of 11 dimensions and associated behaviors.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 27, 2016

An executive at a company I work with recently told me: “W e have very creative employees who want to be innovative but find many obstacles created by the cultural opposition to it. We spend a lot of time training and encouraging employees at all levels how to be more creative and innovation. Allow employees time to innovate.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

This trend highlights the shift towards shorter CEO tenures in large corporations, as companies seek leaders who can quickly adapt to changing market dynamics and drive growth. Over time, however, they may become entrenched in their ways, leading to a lack of innovation and agility.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 6, 2023

Speaking about tough truths in affirmative tones let critiques land constructively. When moments of reinvention arrive, innovating the “how” can be overlooked in favor of focusing on the “what.” And when delivering bad news, use a velvet hammer. How do we do that? New thinking brings about new behavior resulting in different outcomes.

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Innovation Excellence

JANUARY 14, 2020

The best strategy & innovation books deliver new insights, examples and tools for reinventing business. I’ve recently written about the disruptive change and innovation upending markets like product packaging, travel and hospitality, management consulting, construction, healthcare, and manufacturing.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2018

In the text that follows, I’ll provide you with 4 constructs to help you evolve your thinking around digital transformation. Start thinking about opportunities based on insights, customers, markets, and business models. Again, innovation requires deviation from the norm in all areas, but mostly in what you do and how you do it.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 8, 2022

Many brands focus their marketing strategies on out-of-home consumption, socializing with friends and family, and humor to generate engagement. Companies try to relativize negative emotions and convey that there can be something constructive within the bad. Agility is key.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2010

The difference between the two aforementioned examples is that great leaders have mastered the art of finding the right message regardless of the medium, market, or constituency being addressed. When it comes to the construction of messaging, I have found that people will tend to fall into one of the four following groups.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 23, 2024

A dynamic phase is currently undergoing the real estate market, influenced by a number of factors such as customer behavior, interest rates, and economic movements. Urban areas are witnessing a resurgence as remote work trends shift, while suburban and rural markets remain attractive for those seeking more space and affordability.

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Mills Scofield

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Jon is VP of marketing in the healthcare software industry. Trust Principles for Creativity and Innovation. Combined, this generation is unbound from tradition while focused on innovation and creativity to construct better gadgets, apps, mindsets, and art. Trust your voice in what you are creating and innovating.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2010

Not only is true influence not difficult to acquire, but it is also sustainable when you understand the proper constructs. link] #30Thursday Post Number Nine (Yes it’s fine!) | Musings on Marketing and Other Morsels [.] and, [link]. I hope you find these posts of value as well, and thanks again for stopping by. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 18, 2010

While most C-level execs have a general idea of what I’m referring to, it is also quite clear that most can’t even begin to define it, much less articulate the specific constructs of a sound business model. Furthermore, a business plan, strategic plan, marketing plan, capital formation plan, exit plan, etc., I Think Not.

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Innovation Excellence

SEPTEMBER 29, 2019

‘Construction Tech’ and ‘Real Estate Tech’ are the next greenfield market spaces. Every industry, every company, and every leader must recognize one simple fact: every product, service, process, and business model will be disrupted–it’s just a matter of time.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JULY 16, 2019

Now imagine the workforce, processes, and equipment as the walls, fixtures, and foundation of the organization below, and your customers, market factors, and environment as the external pressures being applied to your building. Imagine your organization as a building, where its leaders are at the roof of the building.

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2017

Yet it affects so much of a how a business operates, from the individual in the team to the company as a collection of teams to the entire market place. These employees psychologically “own” their work, helping move their organisations forward by driving performance and innovation. The bulk of employees in the U.K.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 11, 2010

These CEOs can often go undiscovered for great lengths of time before their poorly constructed vision bubbles-up to the surface, by which time it is often too late to repair the damage. The good news is that CEOs without vision will take care of themselves in short order, as they simply won’t survive for long. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

This self-awareness and continuous self-development are essential for leaders to adapt to changing market dynamics and effectively lead their teams through various challenges and opportunities. Cultivating collaborative spaces fosters innovation, promotes cross-functional problem-solving, and enhances decision-making processes.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2010

Vision statements, as implied in the construction of the phraseology itself, put forth a statement of envisioned future. It is not uncommon to see both vision and mission statements change over time to reflect differences in market conditions.

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The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 17, 2021

The stock market is a staple of the news and is often seen as a bellwether of the health of the economy, but it’s not always clear just how meaningful that connection is to the real world. Does a booming stock market drive consumer spending, for instance? The post Does Stock Market Wealth Encourage Spending In The Real World?

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

A successful executive understands the intricacies of the supply chain and leverages their expertise to drive innovation, reduce costs, and enhance organizational efficiency. A strategic-minded CPO deeply understands market trends, supplier dynamics, and emerging technologies.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 22, 2024

The solution generation and action plan development stage involves constructing customized strategies to address identified challenges. They established strategies for effective resource utilization and fostered a culture of innovation and adaptability.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

As an example, the marketing assistant who receives a comparatively small bonus when contrasted to that of a sales person feels that his/her contribution is minimized and feels treated unfairly. I now own two small construction companies, I believe this industry could actually change to commission//Salary. I Think Not.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 16, 2012

Guest post by Rick Lash, from the Hay Group: The matrix has often been described as a new type of organizational structure that is flatter, more interconnected, more global and more innovative. Innovation and the Ghost Organization. Dinosaurs in an Asteroid Storm.

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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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Mike Cardus

APRIL 5, 2020

Your reflection keeps the company viable in current to future markets; shows your value in making sense and navigating this complexity, keeping your team engaged; are developing new and unique ways to bridge capacity weaknesses and areas that will be a differentiator for the organization in the future. From Complexity to Change.

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LDRLB

MARCH 1, 2013

[Editor's Note: This post is adapted from Max's book The Truth About Innovation.]. Such turning points force a choice between inertia and innovation. Waiting for a real crisis to drive innovation may not allow enough time or resources for new ideas to save the company. How do new discoveries challenge your markets?

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Eric Jacobson

MARCH 24, 2025

But beyond these definitions, we know that character is manifested in leadership, innovation, resilience, change, courage, loyalty, breaking barriers, and more, explains Robert (Bob), Character drives the best traits in our society, such as honesty, integrity, leadership, and transparency, and it drives others to exhibit those qualities.

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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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Miles Anthony Smith

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

65 Content Marketers List the 44 Content Marketing Agencies Crushing It (Plus 70 Tips & 78 Myths Dispelled) ​Digital marketing is becoming harder to ignore as we now live in a world of internet ubiquity. Click "READ MORE" to see the 44 content marketing agencies and 70 related tips from the experts!

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Leading Blog

MARCH 15, 2021

The impact of autonomous, interconnected vehicles extends well beyond automobile (and related) production to impact road construction-related firms and industries — from asphalt and paving companies to heavy equipment to laborers to local municipal and federal highway budgets. All of this requires thinking many steps ahead. Think ahead.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

A high premium is placed on collaboration, with the understanding that pooling diverse perspectives encourages innovation and creativity. The best leaders can influence their team’s behavior and work ethics, promoting a positive atmosphere that encourages productivity and innovation.

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Chart Your Course

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

You have to watch your competitors and seek to always adapt to changes in the market, and innovate for solutions. The highest turnover rates were in construction and hospitality. There are many tasks involved in running a successful business. You have to understand your customer so you can provide a product people want.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 11, 2010

If only we could learn the art of dealing with conflict in a collaborative and constructive way, I am sure that organisations would be transformed. As always, I’m interested in your thoughts, experiences and comments… Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Dr Sarah Morris Oh! Love your articel and the suggestions within it.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 11, 2010

Like most things, building and maintaining your social media footprint should be engineered by design, but the truth is that most people allow it to be constructed by default. Let me say this as clearly as I can…a ready, fire, aim approach will rarely find the target.

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