Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 29, 2024

Your leadership success depends on your skill at managing change and embracing the future Are you hanging on to a familiar way of doing your work or leading your team because it’s comfortable? Resisting that natural change came at an enormous cost. Technology changes. Trends shift. Someone somewhere is innovating.

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HR Digest

JUNE 30, 2023

As HR leaders, managing budgets and finding ways to cut costs without compromising employee satisfaction and productivity can be a daunting task. But how can you ensure that you are making the right cost-cutting decisions? So let’s dive in and discover the key principles of cost-cutting that every HR leader should know.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The CDO’s mandate extends beyond mere technology implementation; it encompasses the development of comprehensive digital strategies and the cultivation of a culture that embraces continuous innovation. Essential Skills for a Chief Digital Officer The role of a CDO demands a unique blend of strategic vision and technological expertise.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 24, 2024

Strong leadership skills and excellent communication abilities help in guiding their teams toward a common goal. Instead, top-tier CROs have a distinctive blend of sales strategic know-how and effective leadership acumen. Central to N2Growth’s method is the rigorous assessment of a candidate’s functional skills and leadership values.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 2, 2024

Navigating the complexities of leadership and management styles requires more than conventional wisdom; it requires a deep understanding of how different management styles impact an organization. Ichak Adizes provides a valuable framework that categorizes leadership into four distinct styles, each with unique strengths.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 29, 2024

Your leadership success depends on your skill at managing change and embracing the future Are you hanging on to a familiar way of doing your work or leading your team because it’s comfortable? Resisting that natural change came at an enormous cost. Technology changes. Trends shift. Someone somewhere is innovating.

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Management Resistance How To Leadership 234

Modern Servant Leader

APRIL 11, 2024

Thousands of students, from around the world, have taken our initial version of the SERVANT-Leadership 101 course and earned their certificates. The course is a self-paced, virtual program, with the following sessions: Lesson 1: Welcome to Servant Leadership 101 A brief introduction to the course and overview of expectations.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 24, 2024

The shift in business ownership dynamics alongside evolving shareholder aspirations is reshaping the service scape, cascading into an evolution in the leadership ethos of these enterprises. As technology continues its relentless march forward, tech service maestros find themselves amidst many opportunities.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

Extensive networks, data streams, and state-of-the-art digital technologies are increasingly becoming the foundation of modern operational strategies. The rapid development and widespread adoption of new technologies present both opportunities and challenges for leaders to manage.

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Modern Servant Leader

DECEMBER 30, 2022

There are leadership lessons in Southwest Airline’s fall from grace. The company has been a servant-leadership darling since it’s inception and co-founder Herb Kelleher applied the principles for decades before stepping down as CEO in 2001. Underinvestment in Technology This was the main root of their problem.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Leadership is about hope. These foundational leadership skills will make all aspiring executives more effective in their roles today and lift the trajectory of their careers. While fear can drive short-term results, it does so at the cost of high employee burnout and turnover. And that feeds our approach in society at large.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in September 2023 curated just for you. Now, we’re often torn between two “failure cultures”: one that says to avoid failure at all costs, the other that says fail fast, fail often. Be sure to check out the other great titles being offered this month.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in June 2023 curated just for you. The answer is in rewiring your business so hundreds, thousands, of teams can harness technology to continuously create great customer experiences, lower unit costs, and generate value. Absolutely!

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 12, 2023

As the healthcare industry continues to undergo rapid changes, driven by advancements in technology and evolving patient needs, it is crucial for healthcare organizations to stay ahead of the curve. However, implementing telemedicine requires the proper infrastructure, technology, and traditional healthcare delivery model changes.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Interim executives have become indispensable in addressing immediate leadership needs, whether due to sudden departures, organizational restructuring, or transformational change management. This data highlights the growing recognition of soft skills as a cornerstone of effective leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

A forward-thinking CSO harnesses cutting-edge technologies like big data and AI to transform sustainability from a buzzword into actionable business intelligence. This level of innovation sets the company apart as a leader in sustainability and technological advancement.

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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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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in October 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. Build your leadership library with these specials on over 28 titles.

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 6, 2021

Welcome to the July 2021 Leadership Development Carnival! We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. For most of us, as the cost of failure rises, our enthusiasm for “failing forward” diminishes.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 1, 2021

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in August 2021. Emerging technologies, changing demographics, the data economy, automation, and other trends?the Being adaptable and flexible have always been hallmarks of effective leadership and a fulfilling life. Will the next rogue wave sink your ship?or

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 31, 2024

Interim executives are experienced professionals who can step in to fill a sudden leadership gap, manage a crisis, guide a merger, or spearhead a new initiative. The Impact of Interim Management on Business Continuity In a rapidly evolving business landscape shaped by technology and market shifts, interim executives provide crucial stability.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 22, 2024

Modern CFOs are no longer just about bookkeeping and compliance; they are pivotal in leading with strategic thinking and mastering financial technology. The best CFOs today are those who can bridge the gap between finance and technology, turning data into actionable insights that steer the company forward.”

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The Importance of Effective Leadership in Educational Institutions In the constantly evolving landscape of education, effective leadership plays a pivotal role in the success and growth of educational institutions.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 12, 2024

With their leadership, an organization can develop strategies to enhance the customer experience and cultivate long-term customer loyalty. We use advanced methodologies combined with technology to streamline and optimize the entire search process.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The Leap to Leader : How Ambitious Managers Make the Jump to Leadership by Adam Bryant (Harvard Business Review Press, 2023) The chasm separating managers from leaders is widening as the skills required to be an effective leader grow in number and complexity. Change is not the exception, it’s the rule.

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HR Digest

MARCH 6, 2020

Cutting costs is the oft-repeated phrase that companies are using to meet the downturn in the economy and the declining revenues and sales. For most, cost-cutting translates to job cuts in the organization. In a bid to cut costs, organizations tend to get rid of high salaried employees or those who are perceived as high maintenance.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 23, 2023

As an executive leadership coach, I have long recognized the importance of understanding how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we lead and manage organizations. This technology can take on a variety of repetitive and mundane tasks, freeing up leaders to focus on more strategic and high-level work.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Having a CFO with a “head in the cloud” might be a good thing if we’re talking about cloud computing, cognitive technologies, and AI that has significantly influenced this role. Even though many are still behind the curve, there has been a considerable technological evolution of finance function.

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Lead from Within

AUGUST 19, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the business environment, offering companies unprecedented opportunities to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and drive profits. According to a report by Accenture, AI can reduce supply chain forecasting errors by up to 50%, leading to significant cost savings and increased profits.

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Rich Gee Group

JUNE 10, 2024

In business, the adage "penny wise and pound foolish" often describes a short-sighted approach to cost management that undermines long-term success. Employees who receive ongoing training are better equipped to handle new challenges, adapt to technological advancements, and drive innovation within the organization.

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Great Leadership By Dan

APRIL 25, 2013

Unprecedented competition, higher expectations, accelerating technology, changing preferences and time pressures are all converging to create a challenging landscape. At the root of the problem: weak, hidebound board leadership. Second, board leadership rarely holds themselves or their peers accountable.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

This notable difference between median and average tenure suggests various factors are at play, including increased shareholder activism, faster business cycles, and the impact of disruptive technologies. Factors affecting global trends, such as technological changes and shifts in stakeholder expectations, are also contributing to this trend.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 8, 2017

Human resource leadership. Today’s information security leaders are faced with: Technology aligned reporting structure. Security initiatives viewed primarily as technology solutions create misalignment with business requirements. This increases security spending costs. Cloud enabled solutions – SaaS, IaaS, PaaS.

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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. Healthcare executives need to possess a deep understanding of the industry, including its unique regulatory landscape, emerging technologies, and evolving patient needs.

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 24, 2019

Technology, social media, and the digital economy have resulted in trust incidents becoming increasingly visible to the general public. And switching isn’t the total cost. The post Building Trust: A Leadership Imperative appeared first on Lead Change.

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thoughtLEADERS, LLC

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Technology has been an integral part of our lives for years now, but what happens when technology starts to make doing work even more difficult. As technology has become the focal point for most of the developed world, costs for said technology have decreased rapidly—making them more readily available for people of all.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

When it comes to leadership, the wide variety of styles and approaches can make it difficult to identify who truly stands out. As an executive leadership coach with years of experience, I’ve dedicated my career to helping leaders reach their full potential. But how can you recognize a truly exceptional leader?

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