N2Growth Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

In recent years, the duration of C-suite executives’ tenures has become a subject of growing interest and discussion. The traditional model of long-serving executives has shifted, giving way to a more dynamic environment where factors like performance, industry disruptions, and stakeholder expectations play significant roles. A study by Equilar reveals that the median tenure among S&P 500 companies has decreased by 20% from six years in 2013 to 4.8 years in 2022.

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Leading in Context

APRIL 17, 2024

By Linda Fisher Thornton In the lifelong quest to become our best selves, we need to stretch and grow and learn from our mistakes. Being a flexible and willing learner, we will more easily stay competent as the world changes.

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Tanveer Naseer

APRIL 17, 2024

Last week, my hometown Montreal was treated to the celestial spectacular of a total solar eclipse. And the sight was not only awe-inspiring, it brought to mind two timely lessons leaders should be focusing on right now. The first lesson was inspired by the special eclipse glasses I ordered for.

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Leadership Freak

APRIL 17, 2024

Moses spent 40 years in the desert. Nelson Mandel spent 27 years in prison. In the 1930, Winston Churchill was marginalized because he warned England about Hitler. The wilderness is an inner experience, not a place. 4 strategies when life feels uphill.

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Tanveer Naseer

APRIL 17, 2024

Last week, my hometown Montreal was treated to the celestial spectacular of a total solar eclipse. And the sight was not only awe-inspiring, it brought to mind two important lessons leaders should be focusing on right now. The first lesson was inspired by the special eclipse glasses I ordered for.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 17, 2024

Stepping into a new leadership role is an exciting but challenging journey. As you strive to make a positive impact and lead your team to success, you might find yourself grappling with a common foe: imposter syndrome. This nagging self-doubt can undermine your confidence and hinder your ability to lead effectively. Impostor syndrome is stunningly common — research suggests that 70 percent of people will experience these feelings at some point in their lives.

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thoughtLEADERS, LLC

APRIL 17, 2024

Learn what a commit goal is and what you should consider when creating one. When you set goals, I encourage you to set two kinds of goals. The first is a commit goal and the second is a stretch goal. A commit goal is something you’re committing to do for the organization. If you miss it, you can get fired. There should be extreme consequences for missing a commit goal.

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 17, 2024

Millions of workers in the U.K. facing job insecurity are grappling with the fear of job loss and the potential impact of unforeseen expenses, according to an extensive analysis by the Work Foundation at Lancaster University. Surveying 3,000 workers in precarious employment and 1,000 U.K. managers, the research unveiled that about 30% of insecure workers anticipate losing their jobs in the next year.

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 17, 2024

In Human Resources, strategic investments in employee onboarding have emerged as a vital component for enhancing organizational performance and employee satisfaction. The meticulous process of integrating new hires into an organization is a significant investment. Adopting technological advancements such as an onboarding calculator has proven invaluable in optimizing this process.

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The Practical Leader

APRIL 17, 2024

I’ve just completed a two-day retreat with a fast-growing leadership team. They scored themselves at the lowest levels we’ve seen on our Team Dynamics Survey. Rarely do we see a leadership team as dysfunctional as this one. Their unique products and growing revenues were papering over many huge cracks and barely holding them together. The CEO and second generation owner of this family business was completely frustrated, very unhappy, and hated coming into work every day. 18 th centur

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Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 17, 2024

Strategic staffing has become crucial for organizations to stay competitive and agile. With the increasing prevalence of remote work, companies are reevaluating their traditional hiring practices and exploring alternative approaches to meet their staffing needs. One such approach that is gaining traction is partnering with outsourcing companies to leverage remote talent.

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 17, 2024

New research from the University of Cambridge challenges the notion that millennials, often portrayed as financially disadvantaged compared to their Baby Boomer parents, uniformly face worse circumstances. Instead, they grapple with a “vast and increasing” wealth gap stemming from the uneven financial outcomes tied to diverse life and career paths, compared to their Boomer predecessors.

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Niagara Institute

APRIL 17, 2024

There are many types of power that can be used in the workplace by managers, supervisors, or anyone in a position of responsibility. Some power comes from charisma, known as charismatic leadership , whereas another type comes from likability, known as referent power. There’s also a power skill that you may have encountered: where an individual uses his authority and influence over subordinates.

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 17, 2024

As Amazon endeavors to accomplish 10,000 drone deliveries in Europe this year and Walmart sets plans to extend drone delivery services to an extra 60,000 homes in the United States, there’s a surge in research and development investments in drone delivery by various companies. Yet, the question remains: Are consumers prepared to embrace this shift as the new normal?

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HR leaders drowning in paperwork struggle to meet C-suite's strategic expectations. Burnout and high turnover plague the field, with 95% feeling overwhelmed. This guide explores how the right tools can free HR from admin tasks and empower them to become the strategic leaders they’re meant to be.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 17, 2024

Tyrant leader. Ever served under one? I have worked for a few controlling leaders. The word “tyrant” in the title of this post means a cruel and oppressive leader. That may be a strong word, but I would almost place some of these within that definition. One particular season like this was hard for me and even harder for my wife. She saw me coming home emotionally drained at the end of each day.

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CEO Insider

APRIL 17, 2024

Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) is considering the establishment of a manufacturing facility in Indonesia, as revealed by CEO Tim Cook during discussions with President Joko Widodo, aimed at enhancing local content and fostering partnerships with domestic enterprises. Cook, who arrived in Jakarta after a visit to Vietnam, engaged in discussions with President Jokowi regarding the […] The post Indonesia Collects Wealth as Apple CEO Tim Cook Explores Manufacturing Prospects appeared first on CEOWOR

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HR Digest

APRIL 17, 2024

One of the toughest challenges leaders—and managers by extension—face, is in learning how to delegate effectively. With the amount of work that floods into the office every day, there are always new tasks to address and additional problems that arise with each one. When managers are able to prioritize better and ensure they have time for their team, employees become more capable of getting through their work rather than settling for a scattered manager who leaves multiple assignments unfinished.

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Rapid BI

APRIL 17, 2024

Evan Carmichaels’ November 2011 Top 50 Business Coaches to Follow on Twitter Evey month Evan Carmichael publishes a number of top 50 blogs or tweeters to follow. [link] November 2011 Top 50 Business Coaches to Follow on Twitter #1) @richardbranson – richardbranson – Founder of Virgin Group:@virgin #2) @DeepakChopra – Deepak Chopra #3) @tonyrobbins – Tony […] The post November 2011 Top 50 Business Coaches to Follow on Twitter appeared first on RapidBI.

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In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.

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Harvard Business Review

APRIL 17, 2024

Even if you’re an introvert who dreads the notion of networking, you can develop your skills to get out there and do it. Research by the Lehigh@NasdaqCenter, a partnership between Lehigh University and the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center, identified make-or-break factors for developing networking skills. They include: the ability to adapt your thinking swiftly in response to changing situations; combating a tendency to focus more on avoiding errors and negative results and instead striving for pos

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Harvard Business Review

APRIL 17, 2024

As we grow or change, our identity transitions are often invisible — unless we do the work to help others see our changes. This can be particularly true for people who have worked at a company for a long time. If you’re feeling like your colleagues aren’t recognizing your growth, the authors recommend three strategies: 1) Get clear on the differences between how you are perceived and how you want to be perceived; 2) Let go of work you may still be doing that was associated with your previous rol

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Harvard Business Review

APRIL 17, 2024

Discover lessons in building a team, learning from bad bosses, and cultivating empathy.

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Harvard Business Review

APRIL 17, 2024

How does the landmark theory apply to tech start-ups, three decades after its introduction?

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A process checklist is a valuable tool for any HR professional to help ensure that all tasks are completed on time and accurately and improve communication and collaboration among team members.

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Harvard Business Review

APRIL 17, 2024

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