Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 12, 2014

Here’s what I need…” Laura then gave me a long list of metrics, correlations, and ROI calculations to do. If ROI is too much of a stretch calculate percent improvement in key metrics. Don’t say you invested in developing your team; instead share that three of your team members were promoted.

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Performance Review Review ROI Metrics 471

Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

I need to learn to manage my time better. Yet ironically, none of us can learn to manage time. What you can do, however, is manage your energy. So here are my five tips for managing your energy levels so that you can become as productive as possible each and every day, and so get more done in less time.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Regardless of what industry or professional function you work in, you undoubtedly could rattle off a list of metrics or KPI’s by which your performance is measured, if asked. The Overwhelming World of Metrics and Measurement With all of this data, it is easy to over-index on crunching the numbers.

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Leading in Context

JANUARY 22, 2020

Employee engagement is a metric that companies are closely watching. Using surveys, levels of participation in programs, and satisfaction reports, companies measure how well they engage those they lead. Butcould this heightened level of watching be part of the problem?

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Robert Kaplan on learning to ask the right questions: “Fortunately, the key to managing and leading your organization and your career does not lie in ‘having all the answers.’ Source: Ideaflow: The Only Business Metric That Matters * * * Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 21, 2023

If your managers of managers are struggling to hold their teams accountable, dig a level deeper into the root cause This Asking for a Friend question came in from a manager of managers in one of our executive development programs. I’ve got a manager of managers on my team, let’s call her “Sue.”

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 26, 2013

By John Baldoni , Chair, Leadership Development, N2growth. The reason is that it is a topic too hard to quantify with metrics but as the Schumpeter column notes, “[J]udgment is what matters most.” Crisis Management Leadership decision making leadership and facts leadership and judgment using facts as a leader'

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

This role is not merely about managing daily operations; it involves strategically aligning people to operational processes with the company’s long-term vision. A data-driven approach is essential, enabling leaders to understand current performance metrics and pinpoint areas for development.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 29, 2022

Talk to your manager, know what matters most, and be sure you help your team nail that. An easy way to do this is simply to ask your manager. ” “I know all of these metrics matter, but which matters the most? Help your team invest deeply in developing peer relationships in other departments AND with one another.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

This executive role focuses on developing and implementing human resources strategies to manage the workforce and create a positive organizational culture. In today’s dynamic business environment, the CPO plays a pivotal role in talent management, recruitment, and retention.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Effective leadership development programs and a proactive approach can address these challenges, enabling organizations to cultivate a resilient workforce that can efficiently manage crises and strategic succession transitions. Foresight and proactive management must command the planning process.

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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. This creates an environment conducive to open and honest conversations vital for personal growth and development.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Understanding the Evolving Roles of Chief Marketing and Chief Digital Officers In today’s interconnected marketplace, the role of the CMO extends far beyond traditional advertising and brand management. At the same time, marketing insights inform the development of digital tools and services.

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Great Leadership By Dan

OCTOBER 12, 2017

Guest post from Larry Sternberg and Kim Turnage: What would your organization be like if every employee had a great manager? In every organization, managers are a key leverage point to drive higher performance and better business results. The impact managers have on turnover and engagement go straight to the organization’s bottom line.

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Michael Lee Stallard

NOVEMBER 23, 2014

Tom Peters and Robert Waterman called it “management by wandering around” or “MBWA” in their classic book In Search of Excellence. In every instance, however, I observed several managers in their organizations who were masters at kissing up and kicking down. In some cases, the managers have blind spots that are holding them back.

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Terry Starbucker

APRIL 20, 2014

On the latest edition of the More Human Podcast , leadership consultant, author and strategist Jeannie Coyle and I tackle a big topic – the essential qualities of leadership: The value of experience in developing great leaders, versus traditional tools and training. The key character traits common to great leaders.

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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. Addressing these challenges requires strategic planning and effective management.

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Rich Gee Group

MAY 12, 2024

Effective project management is crucial for any team aiming to deliver results efficiently in today's fast-paced business environment. The steps include Goal Setting, Problem Identification, Solution Development, Considering Alternatives, and Evaluating Trade-offs. Measurability : Establish criteria for measuring the goal's success.

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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. Adizes’ generally addresses four management styles: Creator, Integrator, Administrator, and Producer.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Is your team doing what you asked, but they’re focused on counting the metrics, and how busy they are as opposed to the quality metrics of how well they’re accomplishing those tasks? This question came from a reader of Winning Well: A Manager’s Guide to Getting Results Without Losing Your Soul.

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Terry Starbucker

SEPTEMBER 15, 2013

Tough , in driving hard for success, pushing metrics & measurement, setting high bars, holding people accountable, and making the tough decisions. They found the top 10% in terms of their overall engagement & satisfaction, and drilled down into the management styles that produced them. They are two sides of the same coin.

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HR Digest

APRIL 13, 2023

Human resources (HR) is a critical function within organizations, responsible for managing employee-related activities and ensuring the organization has the right talent in place to achieve its objectives. HR metrics and analytics have emerged as a powerful tool to help organizations make better HR decisions and embrace workforce planning.

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Michael Lee Stallard

DECEMBER 9, 2010

Gradually over time, America has become overly obsessed about managing tasks. All the Six-Sigma, Lean, benchmarking and metrics in the world won’t help us lead people if we fail to recognize these realities. When managers invest time to develop connections with and among people they become real leaders who people want to follow.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Robust supply chain leadership ensures effective oversight and management of the end-to-end supply chain processes, from procurement to delivery. Moreover, strong leadership in supply chain management ensures cost efficiency. To begin, it is crucial to clearly define the specific requirements and qualifications needed for the role.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 8, 2024

It’s more than managing budgets or metrics; the key lies in understanding and managing the people side of change. Embrace a team effort with diverse leaders: Change management thrives on collaboration. This simple, strategic, and successful guide will help leaders effectively manage change. #1

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Great Results Team Building

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The best leaders and managers understand that investing in a leadership coach is essential for achieving clarity and improved performance. As a manager or leader, your ultimate goal is to drive your team towards success. Developing Effective Communication: Clear and open communication is crucial for retaining employees.

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Leading Blog

JULY 12, 2021

Just as both “Jobs and Gates reaped enormous benefit from studying the works of their contemporaries, extracting crucial insights, and applying those lessons to develop new products, says Ron Friedman in Decoding Greatness , you can too. Nearly every example you admire was developed using a blueprint. 3 Think in Blueprints.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 31, 2011

Even though time is a key success metric, I am always amazed at how many leaders don’t manage it as such. The first step in making the most out of your time begins with the understanding that time itself is a key success metric. Leveraging time is all about making good choices…are you making good choices?

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Delegation Leadership Metrics Technology 417

N2Growth Blog

JULY 14, 2019

The Demand Metric 2013 Employee Engagement Survey concluded that organizations that have more than 50% employee engagement retain more than 80% of their customers. Businesses that understand the importance of employee engagement and manage it through a formal program to align to their customer experience goals, achieve far superior results”.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2010

If you believe you possess a fully developed competency in a section give yourself 10 points. Perhaps most importantly they have the ability to align interests and sell the vision unifying leadership, management, staff and external stakeholders as well. Great leaders understand how to manage conflict and close positional gaps.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

Developing a Strategy. Strategies are iteratively developed in the context of the company’s audience, challenges, and opportunities. Executing strategies skillfully begins with recruiting, developing, and retaining high-performing talent. Sold metrics and reviews can help this process become an organized one.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

One of my first bosses told me that it would be impressive performance metrics and my contribution to the bottom line that would determine my success. Managing just to the numbers only gets you so far. My way of describing the inclusive reality Kouzes and Posner defined was leading with your heart and managing with your head.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

This includes identifying the areas that require improvement or the skills that must be developed within the board. Implementing confidentiality in board evaluations ensures that sensitive topics can be discussed and managed appropriately, leading to more effective governance and decision-making processes.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2012

What Do Managers Do at Work? Begin Leadership Development on Day One by @FaKalman. Big Data – Not All Metrics Are Created Equal by @mikemyatt. Bill_George: Managing different generations can be tricky. RosabethKanter: Why charisma matters - and how to develop it. Envisia: Can Resilience be Developed?

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2014

Hiring Managers Pick Unqualified, Lower Talented People On Purpose – There is a department head, a very smart woman, who never hired anyone with a degree. Their isn’t a hiring metric out there that measures drive, desire, or passion. Leadership Development' Tom Brady’s heart did not show on the draft board.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

Posted on November 29th, 2010 by admin in Miscellaneous , Operations & Strategy , Talent Management By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth Bonus or no bonus? They must be relevant, meaningful, in alignment with cultural values, and tied to the right set of metrics. That is the question.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Despite sophisticated recruitment processes and substantial development investments, 82% of companies select the wrong indicators of executive excellence. These conventional approaches prioritize past achievements and traditional metrics while overlooking the sophisticated capabilities that drive sustainable organizational performance.

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