N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

For those at the helm, this means not only developing their own leadership capabilities but also recognizing when to bring in new talent to guide the company’s future. Together, they can develop a comprehensive transition plan that addresses stakeholder concerns and minimizes disruption.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Developing future visionary leaders is essential for sustaining organizational growth and maintaining a competitive edge in dynamic markets. Investing in their development is not merely prudent it is a strategic imperative. Tailoring training and development programs to meet individual leadership needs enhances their effectiveness.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 14, 2024

If the main characters (your leaders) are poorly developed or behave unpredictably, the story won’t hold up no matter how compelling the plot. See Also: Leaders Coaching Leaders: How Leadership Development Leads to Sustained Culture Change 2. But even the best people need a clear direction and intentional leadership development.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 30, 2024

The Reader’s Choice for David’s Leadership without Losing Your Soul Podcast is not a surprise. Participants in our human-centered leadership development programs consistently tell us this is one of the easiest, practical skills that makes the biggest impact. You can listen wherever you get your favorite podcasts.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 15, 2024

When deeply embedded in the company’s long-term vision, it ensures a smooth transition of leadership, preserving the organization’s momentum and keeping everyone aligned on the path to success. The Concept of Board Development and Succession Plans In today’s corporate world, board development has become more important than ever.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Numerous research studies show that up to 65% of venture-backed startups fail due to team-related issues, such as misaligned vision, poor leadership, and interpersonal conflicts—often far more influential than product or market challenges.

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Sales Wolf Blog

JANUARY 11, 2025

Develop the Mindset of Leaders, Not Managers Scaling your business requires leaders, not task managers. Leaders must continuously develop the mindsets of their teams. Create a Development Plan : Invest in leadership development to shift mindsets at every level. Develop and grow the mindset of your people.

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Leading in Context

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

What happens to our leadership capability when our mindset is out of date? Nick Petrie, Center For Creative Leadership, writes inVertical Leadership Development Part Ithat In terms of leadership, the stage from which you are thinking and acting matters a lot.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

A data-driven approach is essential, enabling leaders to understand current performance metrics and pinpoint areas for development. Moreover, we emphasize the importance of leadership development in driving operational excellence. It demands a culture where every team member collaborates to innovate and prioritize enhancements.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

The complexity of these challenges can be compounded in larger organizations, where the pool of potential successors is vast, and a leadership transition’s impact directly influences hundreds– or possibly thousands, of employees. They should identify and nurture talent early, widen the candidate pool, and develop leaders from within.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

By engaging in virtual executive coaching, leaders can maximize their time, focus on their development goals, and maintain productivity in demanding roles. Overall, virtual executive coaching empowers leaders to enhance their leadership skills and significantly impact their organizations.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 30, 2024

This process helps organizations align their current and future business goals, promotes employee career development, and ensures smooth leadership transitions. It creates a culture that values growth and development and establishes a clear path for employees to advance.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 27, 2025

The one who shows up with Connection, Clarity, Curiosity, and Commitment aka the Four Cs of productive collaboration that ground our book Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict and our SynergyStack Team Development System. In our leadership development programs, we talk about being interested and interesting.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

N2Growth provides a robust support framework, drawing on leadership development methodologies and coaching resources to help the new executive integrate swiftly and effectively. Targeted development initiatives encourage deeper collaboration with stakeholders and accelerate the learning curve.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This process is instrumental in pinpointing leadership strengths, critical for making strategic decisions in executive placements and development programs. These assessments shine a light on leaders’ strengths and improvement areas, guiding strategic decisions in talent development and succession planning.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Furthermore, by identifying gaps in skills, competencies, and areas of expertise, organizations can address these deficiencies through targeted leadership development programs and succession planning. One of the key benefits of team assessments is their ability to uncover the hidden dynamics within a leadership team.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

From developing cutting-edge products to pushing the limits of technology and streamlining processes, great CIOs don’t just follow trends—they create them. These capabilities are essential for navigating the complex innovation landscape and ensuring your organization remains at the forefront of industry developments.

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Leading Blog

MAY 2, 2024

on leadership development: “People are complex tapestries of values, attitudes, beliefs, and abilities. Source: High Flyers: Developing the Next Generation of Leaders * * * Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog. Source: Get Out of Your Own Way: The 5 Keys to Surpassing Everyone’s Expectations II.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 22, 2024

Executive coaching, a synergistic alliance between a professional coach and an executive or a team, is designed to tap into the inherent potential of the coachee to enhance performance, learning, and development. A detailed and personalized action plan is then developed to guide individuals on their leadership journey.

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Leading in Context

JUNE 26, 2024

By Linda Fisher Thornton We need to get leadership right because so much depends on it. Many global factors are driving changes in ethical leadership expectations, and in high-stakes times, how we handle ethical leadership development can make or break our success.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Executive management coaching goes beyond traditional training and development programs by offering personalized guidance and support tailored to the specific needs of each leader. It takes effective leadership to guide the organization toward success. This is where leadership development plays a crucial role.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The Role of High-Impact Performance Coaching in Leadership Development of Executives Performance coaching is pivotal in developing executive leaders in today’s dynamic business environment. One of the key benefits of performance coaching for executive development is the opportunity for self-reflection and self-discovery.

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Leading in Context

JANUARY 15, 2025

By Linda Fisher Thornton This series includes 10 quotes (linked to blog posts) to inspire you and help you improve your leadership and leadership development as we head into the new year.Part 1includes the first 5.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 21, 2023

AskingForaFriend This fantastic question came in during one of our recent leadership development programs. Not modeling the way I can’t tell you how often someone in our leadership programs raises their hand and says, “This is fantastic! Three Mistakes that Will Sabotage Growing Leaders 1.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

They understand the unique pressures and demands of leadership positions and can provide tailored guidance to help executives develop the skills and competencies needed to succeed. Another significant benefit of board advisor coaching is the development of strategic thinking skills.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 28, 2022

” This question came in from one of our recent leadership development programs. Practical Approaches For a Better Clear the Air Meeting. Do you ever need to have a meeting to “clear the air?” They wanted to have a clear-the-air meeting, but they wanted to ensure it didn’t backfire and make things worse.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 10, 2022

That’s why we recommend developing a habit of using one leadership skill before adding the next. It’s also why meaningful leadership development program s combine spaced learning over time with action learning—where participants apply what they learn.). The Most Valuable Leadership Practice – Your Turn.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

Executive leadership team coaching provides a unique opportunity for top-level executives to enhance their skills, gain fresh perspectives, and navigate the challenges of leading in this dynamic landscape. To overcome these challenges, businesses must adapt quickly and develop effective strategies to stay ahead of the competition.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

At N2Growth, our executive search and leadership development expertise positions us as a valuable partner in structuring your board for optimum effectiveness. Fostering Continuous Evaluation and Development Regular performance evaluations and constructive feedback foster board member growth and effectiveness.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Succession Planning: Building the Leaders of Tomorrow Succession planning plays a pivotal role in developing inclusive executive leadership teams. By fostering such diversity, companies develop leadership dynamics that mirror the multifaceted nature of their workforce and customer base.

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Leading Blog

MAY 31, 2023

Here are a selection of tweets from May 2023 that you will want to check out: Setting Goals is Overrated by @AlanSteinJr The 5 C's of Hiring by @KevinPaulScott Boss’s Tip of the Week: Get a Leadership Development Buddy from @wallybock Kicking the Can Down the Road (On Hard Decisions) by @edbatista Mental Liquidity by @morganhousel via @collabfund So (..)

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

As a trusted advisor and expert in leadership development, I have witnessed first-hand how these services have transformed organizations into powerhouses of success. By encouraging individuals to develop their skills and challenge the status quo continuously, organizations can stay ahead of the curve and seize growth opportunities.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

They must possess strong analytical skills to assess financial risks, identify opportunities, and develop and implement effective financial strategies. A successful finance leader must also be able to communicate effectively, internally and externally, with stakeholders and investors to build trust and confidence in their leadership.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 29, 2022

Help your team invest deeply in developing peer relationships in other departments AND with one another. Have a clear development plan that stretches them and helps them contribute more to the business each year. Help them build deeper cross-functional relationships. Great work never happens in a vacuum. And your team will stand out.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 9, 2021

For years, we’ve been asking this critical question in our leadership development programs: If you knew someone truly cared about you, your career, and the success of the team, would you want to hear difficult feedback, even if it was hard to hear? Ground yourself in connection and intention.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 15, 2024

Partnering with top search firms like N2Growth can play a key role in identifying, developing, and retaining talented CTOs who manage these complex responsibilities. They help propel organizations toward achieving their digital transformation objectives. But recruiting the right talent is just the beginning.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

A robust succession plan also builds a culture of continuous learning, where employees are engaged, curious, and motivated to develop their skills. Once critical roles are identified, the next step is to assess and develop potential successors. With succession planning , you’re not leaving your future to chance.

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