Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Taking a moment for a team year-in-review fosters curiosity and connection I don’t know about you, but we love a good “year-in-review” list. There’s something about looking back over the entire year and seeing what stands out. More than the list itself, it’s the conversation that it provokes that each of us finds compelling: “Really, that was your favorite… interesting.” “Oh, I almost forgot about that one.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Board Chair Coaching: A Catalyst for Organizational Growth As a firm that works with top executives in some of the world’s largest companies, we have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of board chair coaching in driving organizational growth. The board chair plays a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction of an organization and ensuring its long-term success.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

T HERE are some impulses that do not serve us well, and if we are not careful, they will sabotage what we want and derail us. Les Parrott offers six in 3 Seconds: The Power of Thinking Twice. He claims it only takes three seconds to reconsider your first impulse and transform your life. 1. The Impulse to Give Up Before Trying When faced with a problem that’s seemingly beyond your control, you are sure to feel helpless. if you give in to your first impulse.

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Leadership Freak

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Normal people dance with self-doubt. Doubt ignores you until you imagine something new. Doubt hates dreams. Self-doubt seeks to protect you. Here are some simple strategies to help you dance with self-doubt.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Have you ever worried that if you accept help you could jeopardize your credibility or not get the credit when things turn around? Today’s Asking for a Friend addresses this common concern. “Hey, Karin, I’ll admit it. My team’s results are not where they need to be. It’s been a rocky couple of months. We are struggling.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The role of a Chief People Officer (CPO) in modern organizations is crucial in driving the success of businesses. As the title suggests, the CPO is primarily responsible for overseeing the people aspects of the organization and aligning them with the overall strategic objectives. This executive role focuses on developing and implementing human resources strategies to manage the workforce and create a positive organizational culture.

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Leading in Context

DECEMBER 6, 2023

By Linda Fisher Thornton Discouraging Unethical Leadership One of the most important responsibilities of the senior leadership team is to discourage unethical behavior and build an ethical culture. Senior leaders need to work together as a team to create an organization where ethical leadership is rewarded and unethical leadership is quickly corrected.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Episode 240: In this episode, we are replaying the most popular episode from 2020, which focuses on the importance of taking care of yourself as a leader. Host, David Dye, confesses to not practicing what he preaches and shares his struggles with mental health. He emphasizes the need for leaders to prioritize their emotional, mental, and physical well-being to be effective.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Harnessing Executive Leadership Team Coaching for Competitive Edge In a business world where the only constant is change, nurturing robust leadership has transcended from being merely advantageous to utterly essential. Navigating through the labyrinth of modern-day challenges mandates a fortified echelon of executive leaders, poised not just to react but to steer organizations toward enduring success proactively.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2023

I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Consultant Robert "Dusty" Staub on the courage to face our current reality: “Why do so many intelligent people miss the obvious, focusing on what they wish to be true versus what is currently true and staring them in the face?

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Leadership Freak

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Failure to delegate is misguided compassion or short-sighted arrogance. Maybe both. Don’t insult people’s capacity with the ridiculous notion that work should be easy. Here's a 5-step method to choose things to delegate today.

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Tanveer Naseer

DECEMBER 6, 2023

“Celebrate what you want to see more of.” – Tom Peters In a world often marked by relentless pursuit and constant challenges, celebrating wins, whether big or small, is not just a momentary pause in the journey but a crucial element in the human experience. It enhances not only personal.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The Importance of Executive Search in the Legal Sector In the competitive legal sector, the importance of executive search cannot be overstated. As legal firms strive to stay ahead of the competition and attract top legal talent, having a strategic approach to recruitment becomes paramount. The executive search goes beyond traditional hiring methods by leveraging a systematic and targeted process to identify, evaluate, and attract high-performing professionals who possess the skills, experience,

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Great Results Team Building

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Your successful 2024 is about windows and mirrors. Windows are what you are likelyto be concerned with the next month or two. And that isn’t a bad thing. It is only natural to begin to look forward and to direct your focus to the things you anticipate and things you want to accomplish in 2024. We look out windows every day as we consider what might be possible… And as the new year approaches, the tendency is to look ahead.

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Leadership Freak

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Self-defeating behaviors are like tires with holes. It doesn't matter how many times you pump them up. Here are 3 self-defeating behaviors you can rise above today. What self-defeating behaviors do you see in yourself? In others?

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RapidStart Leadership

DECEMBER 5, 2023

A rare glimpse behind the scenes with an influential leader reveals three keys to building influence that may surprise you. The post A Glimpse Behind the Scenes – Insights in Leadership from General Colin Powell appeared first on RapidStart Leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Understanding the Role of a Chief Commercial Officer In the complex world of corporate leadership, a Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) holds a pivotal role. This position is often seen as the linchpin of a company’s commercial strategy, controlling marketing, sales, and customer service efforts to achieve optimal success. The CCO works closely with executive teams to define the company’s commercial path, making pivotal decisions about brand positioning, market competition, and revenue g

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Rich Gee Group

DECEMBER 3, 2023

“I can do respect.” I feel the scene from the FX show "The Bear," where Garrett confronts Richie while polishing forks, resonates deeply with many employees across various companies. It highlights the struggles of feeling undervalued, disrespected, and burnt out, leading to low morale and decreased productivity. Mirroring the Struggles of Many Employees: Feeling Undervalued: Richie's frustration stems from feeling undervalued and unseen.

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Speaker: Cy Wakeman, M.S., CSP, President, Reality-Based Leadership

Most HR leadership philosophies are grounded in two completely faulty assumptions — “change is hard” and “engagement drives results.” Those beliefs have inspired expensive attempts to keep change from being disruptive to employees. What these engagement programs actually do is create and reinforce feelings of victim-hood and leave employees unprepared to adapt to real changes that are necessary for the health and profitability of their enterprises.

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Leadership Freak

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Charlie Munger was a billionaire and the right-hand man of Warren Buffet. Here is some wisdom from Charlie you can use today. Let me know what you think.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Leading teams successfully is important because it enables leaders to achieve the goals and objectives of an organization. When leaders are able to effectively lead their teams, they can foster a positive and productive work environment, and they can maximize the talents and contributions of their employees. But not many leader know how to build effective teams, as a executive leadership coach I coach my clients on the important skills needed to create effective teams, here are my suggestions:

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Identifying the need for a new university president is a critical task that requires careful evaluation and consideration. As educational institutions continue to evolve and face new challenges, it is essential to have a leader who can navigate through these changes effectively. The decision to seek a new president often arises from various factors, such as the retirement or departure of the current president, a desire for fresh perspectives and innovative ideas, or the need to address specific

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Modern Servant Leader

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Beyond the Paycheck: Could Curtailing Executive Overcompensation Also Curtail Bad Boss Behaviors™? (H.R.6191) In the corporate world, where the gap between the haves and have-nots is sometimes as stark as the skyscrapers that house them, H.R.6191 emerges as a potential paradigm flip. This recently introduced bill, officially known as the Curtailing Executive Overcompensation bill, targets the widening chasm between CEO and worker pay.

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Leadership Freak

DECEMBER 6, 2023

I like Charlie Munger ideas. He was a curmudgeon who said what he thought. It’s preferable to learn from people who actually say something. Charlie died November 28, 2023, at 99 having not liked vegetables. 3 surprising Munger quotes that will rock your world.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 8, 2023

It’s crucial for every successful leader to understand the motivations and drivers of their direct reports. The best leaders take the time to regularly check in with their team members and ask the right questions to gain valuable insights into how to support and motivate them. As an executive leadership coach, I have helped my clients come up with seven of the most important questions that will create a positive and successful working environment with their direct reports.

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CO2

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The Unseen Backbone of Business Leadership In the dynamic world of business, the role of an Executive Assistant is often the unsung hero in the narrative of leadership success. Far from being mere administrative support, executive assistants are pivotal in driving the strategic agenda , managing critical relationships, and fostering an environment of efficiency and innovation.

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Modern Servant Leader

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Beyond the Paycheck: Could Curtailing Executive Overcompensation Also Curtail Bad Boss Behaviors™? (H.R.6191) In the corporate world, where the gap between the haves and have-nots is sometimes as stark as the skyscrapers that house them, H.R.6191 emerges as a potential paradigm flip. This recently introduced bill, officially known as the Curtailing Executive Overcompensation bill, targets the widening chasm between CEO and worker pay.

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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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QAspire

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Maggi is an iconic Indian brand from Nestlé faced a severe crisis of trust when it was alleged to contain excessive amount of mono-sodium glutamate (MSG) in the spice mix, raising health concerns. This controversy led to a nationwide ban on Maggi in 2015 till further tests cleared the situation. To regain consumer trust, Nestlé initiated an aggressive and transparent consumer connect campaign even during the ban period.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Leadership is a challenging task, and it can be easy for leaders to fall into the trap of feeling the need to control everything around them. However, in the real world, there are many things that are simply beyond our control. Here are a few ways the best leaders handle situations they can’t control, and as a top leadership executive coach, I provide tips on how you can become a more effective leader in the face of things you believe are out of control: Control what you can: As a leader,

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Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Each year, after reading and reviewing dozens of new leadership books, I select my pick for the year's best new leadership book. For 2023, after reading nearly 40 leadership books, my pick for this year’s best new leadership book is When Everyone Leads. It’s a terrific book that captured my attention back in January when I wrote this on my blog: “It’s only January and the new book, When Everyone Leads , could likely be my pick for the best new leadership book of 2023.

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CEO Insider

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Failure. Mistake. Miscalculation. These words have a nasty reputation, most especially when mixed with growth-focused business and professional leadership. According to conventional wisdom, failure is simply the absence of success. So if success is the ultimate goal, then failure, mistakes, and miscalculations should be defined as wholly negative and avoided at all costs.

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