N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

According to Invest Europe’s annual report 2023 , diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have also become critical components of venture capital assessments. Diverse teams are shown to be more innovative and resilient, and this shift underscores diversity as a strategic business advantage, particularly in fostering long-term growth.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

The following are 3 strategies to build inclusive teams: Align on values – focus on what we share ( common goals, work ethic, expectations, etc.). Encourage diversity of thought – dissenting opinions are helpful! Aligning on values brings the focus on what is shared; what do we care about?

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 30, 2024

With a steadfast commitment to development and diversity , holistic strategies can result in robust succession plans that foster future-ready leaders for long-lasting corporate success. Incorporating diversity is not just ethically right; it’s also important for business success.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Leading with empathy, respect, and a genuine commitment to diversity unlocks fresh perspectives and untapped potential within teams. At N2Growth, we believe that fostering an inclusive environment is not just ethically sound— it’s a critical driver of innovation and sustainable growth.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Today, Chief People Officers and CHROs are not only responsible for the high-value functions of talent acquisition and employee engagement, but they play a crucial role in shaping organizational culture, driving diversity and inclusion, and ethically leveraging technology for effective HR management.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2024

They lead with integrity, ensuring ethical decision-making remains at the forefront, even in challenging situations. Ethical Leadership: A commitment to ethical decision-making, ensuring the organization operates with integrity, transparency, and accountability. Use a consistent set of questions to facilitate comparison.

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Leading in Context

MAY 3, 2017

Do you consult a diverse group of advisors? Some of the ways we may be tempted to think through our challenges (how to stay within budget or how to be most profitable, for example) leave ethical values out of the equation. Ethical thinking helps us make good leadership decisions. Or do you just wing it?

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 22, 2024

Moreover, the evolving leadership narrative encompasses a commitment to sustainability, technological innovation, and, most crucially, fostering an environment of trust, diversity, and inclusion. These aspects demand a rare depth of understanding and dedication.

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 1, 2024

Most organizations want to increase the diversity of both their workforce and their leadership team, but despite these efforts, it’s perhaps fair to say that more progress is required. Moral leadership The researchers analyzed both authentic and ethical leadership styles and their impact on job candidates.

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 3, 2014

Great leaders leverage diversity and appreciate talent. They actively seek out and leverage diversity of every type. Great leaders are ethical and trustworthy. They bring together the powerful forces of empowerment, accountability, and communication to build the foundation for a healthy culture of collaboration.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2024

Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders are also crucial skills for nonprofit executives, as they often work with diverse groups and individuals, including board members, donors, volunteers, and other community organizations.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 26, 2014

Tradition reinforces values such as freedom, faith, integrity, a good education, personal responsibility, a strong work ethic, and the value of being selfless. Tradition enables us to showcase the principles of our Founding Fathers, celebrate diversity, and unite as a country.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

While AI can enhance decision-making, streamline operations, and drive innovation, it also brings challenges such as ethical concerns, job displacement, and data privacy issues. Establishing Ethical AI Frameworks to Mitigate Risks Developing and implementing ethical AI frameworks is crucial for mitigating risks.

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The Horizons Tracker

JANUARY 11, 2022

We increasingly want the organizations we deal with to be purpose-driven and to behave in an ethical way. Research from Rice University suggests that we’re more likely to perceive an organization in such a way if they have a diverse workforce. A diverse workforce. Taking perspectives.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

These firms have access to a diverse range of candidates, including those who may not actively be seeking new opportunities. In that case, we’d be amiss if we skipped over the primary complexities in conducting background checks for educational leaders, which is ensuring compliance with legal and ethical requirements.

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Leading in Context

MARCH 21, 2012

In my research I found that Vitamin D3 deficiency is being studied as a possible missing link in the research about a number of diverse health problems including Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, Autism, Cardiovascular Disease, Asthma, Dementia, Depression and Cancer.

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Leading in Context

NOVEMBER 21, 2012

In their article The Moral Foundations of Ethical Leadership in the Values Based Leadership Journal, Hester and Killian remind us that “morality is inclusive, emphasizing human rights and dignity, respectful of diversity.” ” Addressing Human Rights Risks [.].

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Setting direction well means establishing a compelling vision and ethical strategies. Instead, people want to know that the way their organizations operate is ethical. Ethical strategies can be developed by carefully understanding business opportunities and aligning others to pursue those approaches. Do you see me? “Do

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 18, 2024

A globally oriented approach to talent acquisition allows businesses to attract and secure top-tier executives from around the world, introducing a diversity of thought, perspective, and experience that often proves vital in navigating the challenges of the international business arena.

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Joseph Lalonde

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

With core values, you can guide your business in the ethical direction you want the business to go. Inclusion/Diversity – Inclusion and diversity are another thing businesses love to tout as doing. However, when you begin to look at the business, you see diversity and inclusion are just buzzwords.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 3, 2024

Neglecting Ethical Leadership: Failure to lead with integrity and ethics can result in reputational damage and legal troubles. Ethical leadership is not a choice but a responsibility for CEOs. CEOs who champion diversity create more innovative and successful companies.

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Great Leadership By Dan

AUGUST 8, 2013

Most are decent and ethical people. If your organization has a diversity office or function, spend an hour getting educated about what the organization is doing to create a level playing field for Others. Meet with the diversity manager to ask how you can contribute toward the organization’s diversity goals.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

Sustainability and Ethics: The Personal Shift in Leadership Paradigms Sustainability and ethics are the new buzzwords in leadership. Leaders are now champions of sustainable practices and ethical conduct. Today’s leaders must be culturally savvy, understand international contexts, and manage diverse teams.

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Lead Change Blog

MARCH 2, 2021

Mary Ila Ward of Horizon Point Consulting shared 4 Exercises to Enhance Your Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Efforts. Mary writes: “ We’ve always focused on intentional leadership and team development, but the last year has brought about a hyper-focus on making explicit how it ties to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the workplace.

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Linda Fisher Thornton of LeadinginContext contributed Leadership: Evaluating Ethical Awareness. Linda shares: “ Ethical awareness may have been considered private in the past, but it has become easier to observe in a society that is always socially connected. Find Linda on Twitter at @leadingincontxt.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

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HR Digest

AUGUST 11, 2023

Today, HR professionals are entrusted with the task of promoting diversity, addressing inequality, and setting standards for workplace conduct. The way HR teams handle ethical dilemmas can have a profound impact on talent attraction , retention, and overall organizational culture.

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Michael Lee Stallard

OCTOBER 28, 2010

Although I don’t have any hard research to prove it, I believe the vast majority of organizational cultures that are diverse in terms of the gender of their members, will outperform cultures that are not diverse. Women also tend to be more empathetic which increases connection too. why is everyone smiling?

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 14, 2021

High levels of air pollution can trigger psychological and physiological stress, which causes people to think and act less ethically,” the researchers say. They suggest that factors such as housing conditions, healthcare, and general cultural diversity could also play a role.

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Lead from Within

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Leaders must navigate an increasingly complex and interconnected global economy while managing a diverse and distributed workforce. Leading Diverse and Distributed Teams The future of work will be characterized by diverse and distributed teams. Foster a culture of innovation and empower your team to think digitally.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2024

In addition, these leaders must maintain a relentless commitment to inclusivity, recognizing that diverse perspectives are essential for innovation and cultivating a vibrant community where each member can thrive. The research underscores that diversity in engineering teams leads to more creative solutions and stronger performance.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Lack of Diversity and Inclusion: Diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords but cornerstones of a modern, thriving workplace. If your organization lacks diversity and inclusion, it’s a sign that your culture needs an overhaul. A revitalized culture embraces change as an opportunity for growth and innovation.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 3, 2020

This means they are making decisions in full consciousness of their sense of purpose, ethics, and values. To explain further, in a crisis, using diverse perspectives enables the unthinkable to be brought to the table, it avoids groupthink and enables more effective solutions.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 10, 2018

Ethical corners were cut. Hang onto generosity, reciprocity, and ethical commitments. ? As Robert Kegan, a developmental psychologist, observes: “Successfully functioning in a society with diverse values, traditions and lifestyles requires us to have a relationship to our own reactions rather than be captive of them.

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Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2012

It might once have been possible to get away with questionable ethics, but there’s nowhere to hide anymore. Diversity is the bedrock of innovation. . When diverse perspectives are combined, discussions are richer, more robust, and more relevant and we find better solutions. Values-driven leadership is essential.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 16, 2024

In today’s interconnected and globalized marketplace, having a reliable and diverse supplier base is essential for procurement excellence. Organizations must navigate a complex landscape of laws, regulations, and ethical considerations in today’s interconnected business environment.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JULY 1, 2012

For readers, it's an easy way to scan a collection of diverse, recent, high quality leadership development posts and pick out a few (or all) to read. Linda Fisher Thornton from her Leading in Context Blog presents Leading for Ethical Performance. The Grand Finale: Miki Saxon from MAPping Company Success presents What is Diversity?

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