N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

In a business world that moves fast, the data to measure almost everything is right at our fingertips. 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. Whether it is units sold, deals won, increased revenue, customer satisfaction scores, performance surveys, net promoter scores, margin, ROI, EBITDA, conversion rates, cycle times, customer retention rates, or a litany of o

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

E FFECTIVE leadership is an art. Leadership requires keeping several balls in the air at once. Alongside managing the technical aspects of running their company, leaders also have a responsibility for the well-being of those with whom they interact. To be effective, they must not only earn the respect of their employees and communicate skillfully but also inspire team members to do their job effectively.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Senior leaders serious about changing business culture do three things consistently. Think about the business culture you’ve always wanted for your organization—the energy, the purpose, the unwavering alignment toward a common vision. Now, think about how much easier it would be if every team member, from the boardroom to the front lines, shared that same drive and commitment.

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Leadership Freak

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

You aren’t a leader when you do it yourself. Humble leaders expand their leadership by including people. Excluding competent people limits opportunities. Know-it-alls think they’re always right. Standing aloof gives permission to close your heart, ignore people, and make snap decisions. Learn how humble leaders overcome limiters.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The Chief Digital Officer has emerged as a pivotal figure in the C-suite, steering organizations through the complexities of digital transformation. 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.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

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. Warren Bennis on consensus decision-making: “Emphasis on harmony does not serve organizations particularly well. Unanimity leads rather quickly to stagnation, which, in turn, invites change by nonevolutionary means.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

When it comes to leadership, the wide variety of styles and approaches can make it difficult to identify who truly stands out. Great leaders, however, leave a lasting impression, influencing those they lead and the organizations they serve in profound ways. But how can you recognize a truly exceptional leader? What sets them apart from the rest? As an executive leadership coach with years of experience, I’ve dedicated my career to helping leaders reach their full potential.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Evaluating founding and leadership teams of portfolio companies and acquisition targets has become crucial for investment and operating partners. As businesses grow and adapt to shifting market demands, the strength of the leadership team often dictates a company’s ability to scale and succeed. Assessing factors such as vision, resiliency, leadership style, adaptability, and alignment with the company’s vision is now seen as fundamental to driving long-term growth.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

W HEN building a successful team, the selection process is critical. I once shared in an article in The Guardian that my approach to selecting team members can be distilled down to a single criterion: whether I’d be okay being kidnapped with them. This gauge encapsulates the essence of everything I’d want in a team member. Below are five key qualities to look for that will contribute to a cohesive and effective team: 1.

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Leadership Freak

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Leadership is all fluff when you neglect what matters. Busyness causes you to miss what matters today. This post shares 10 ways you can do what matters today. Pick one action to move your leadership in a positive direction.

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Great Results Team Building

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

With college basketball season returning, I thought of a major upset from 1982 that you will find interesting… because it reminds of a valuable phrase I often share when I speak at events: “ Talent is essential, but never sufficient.” That opens the door to my messages on Building a GREAT Culture or being a Winning Teammate – because talent and strategy are often sabotaged by poor cultue or toxic team members!

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Interim executives have become indispensable in addressing immediate leadership needs, whether due to sudden departures, organizational restructuring, or transformational change management. Their roles are characterized by short-term tenures, typically ranging from six months to a year, during which they are expected to quickly assimilate into the company culture, diagnose issues, and implement necessary changes.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Great leaders recognize that their most valuable asset is their people, especially those who are exceptionally smart and talented. However, managing highly intelligent individuals comes with its own set of challenges. These individuals often have strong opinions, high expectations, and a desire for autonomy. To truly harness their potential and drive organizational success, leaders must employ innovative and thoughtful strategies.

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Leadership Freak

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Inexperience experiments. Congealed experience hinders progress. Arrogance assumes it will win because it won in the past. Disaster awaits when business-as-usual meets new challenges. Experience is destructive when it resists change.

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Leading in Context

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

By Linda Fisher Thornton Great attention is often paid to values in defining and marketing an organization. But what happens after that? It’s the ongoing dialogue about how to apply those values that brings them to life.

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Tanveer Naseer

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

One of the questions I get asked a lot by leaders after one of my keynotes is – how do drive growth and success when you have to work under a controlling boss? How do you get them on board with your initiatives when they only seem to like their.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Perfectionism in leadership can be a powerful force, driving leaders to set high standards and achieve exceptional results. However, this same drive can also lead to overwhelming stress and a constant sense of inadequacy, ultimately hindering both personal and professional success. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve seen how perfectionism can become a double-edged sword, pushing leaders to excel while also creating significant obstacles.

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Leadership Freak

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Manipulators exploit compassion. One manipulator bragged she could cut people down without them knowing. This post explains three indications you're being manipulated. Learn four power responses to manipulators. Don't allow manipulators to pressure you into self-defeating actions.

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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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CEO Insider

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Think the CEO and COO/Second-in-Command don’t need clearly defined roles? Think again! Lack of clarity at the top contributes to: Misunderstandings that confuse your employees and result in project delays. Tripping over each other because you are both doing the same task (a massive waste of time and resources). Missed deadlines due to dropped balls […] The post Lack of Role Clarity: The Silent Profit Killer appeared first on CEOWORLD magazine.

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Women on Business

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) presents both unprecedented opportunities and significant risks for leaders. 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. To navigate these complexities, leaders must adopt strategic approaches that mitigate AI risks while maximizing its benefits.

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Leadership Freak

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Dangerous situations including trusting someone who tears you down. Toxic cultures that erode relationships. Egos that focus on power instead of progress, and more. Determine how you want to show up when you feel threats. Aim for a clear target. Ask, "What do I want?" More.

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HR and payroll impact every aspect of your business. Choosing the right provider is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Before you decide, hear first-hand customer accounts in Paycor’s webinar to learn: The three most important things to look for when switching. How to begin your search. What are some of the red flags?

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HR Digest

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Leave it to the Gen Zers to pull another surprise out of their bags. According to recent reports, Gen Z is showing interest in skilled trades careers, shifting away from the current emphasis on corporate work. Globally, blue-collar jobs and skilled trades are treated as the inferior option to building a career in engineering or HR, and this attitude has significantly reduced the number of individuals interested in working a hands-on job.

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Women on Business

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The business world is changing, and with it, the need for a new approach to leadership is growing. Today’s emerging leaders must develop a diverse set of skills to navigate an increasingly complex and fast-paced environment. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve seen firsthand how crucial it is for future leaders to go beyond traditional management techniques.

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The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Nearly every Fortune 500 company now uses artificial intelligence (AI) to screen resumes and assess test scores to find the best talent. However, new research from the University of Florida suggests these AI tools might not be delivering the results hiring managers expect. The problem stems from a simple miscommunication between humans and machines: AI thinks it’s picking someone to hire, but hiring managers only want a list of candidates to interview.

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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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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

In today’s fast-paced business world, it’s easy to overlook the small gestures that make a big difference in employee performance and morale. One of the most frequently neglected but critically important aspects of effective workforce management is employee recognition. While many organisations focus on financial incentives or productivity targets, recognising employees for their contributions can have a far-reaching impact on motivation, engagement, and retention.

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Women on Business

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

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HR Digest

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The Internal Revenue Service is making some changes to how much you can contribute to your 401(k) plans. As per the IRS, 401(k) limits for 2025 have been increased to an annual amount of $23,500, up from $23,000. This increase in the 401(k) cap brings up the annual individual contribution limit by $500 and equals the change we saw going from 2023 into 2024.

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The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

In 2004, two economists published a landmark study measuring discrimination in the labor market by applying to real job openings with fictitious applicants whose names signaled different genders or races. They found clear evidence of discrimination: White men and women received 50% more callbacks than Black men and women. Recently, Berkeley researchers used the same methodology to compare racial and gender discrimination across large U.S. employers.

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