N2Growth Blog

APRIL 30, 2024

Understanding the Board’s Responsibility in Promoting Sustainable Ethics & Practices Board members are crucial in guiding corporate entities toward adopting ethics and sustainable practices. It calls for courageous leadership from a board willing to innovate, collaborate, and inspire others to follow.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 26, 2024

As an executive leadership coach, I advise my clients on various aspects of leadership, and one topic that has been gaining increasing importance in today’s rapidly evolving business is the role of ethics in artificial intelligence (AI). In today’s AI-driven world, ethical considerations are paramount.

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Leading Blog

MAY 23, 2013

The Manager and the Monk is one of those books that comes along every now and again, that will shape and inspire your thinking. The book is essentially a conversation between Jochen Zeitz ( @JochenZeitz ), the former Chairman and CEO of Puma, and Father Anselm Grün , the financial manager of the Münsterschwarzach Abby near Würzburg, Germany.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Moreover, governance excellence is synonymous with nurturing a culture of transparency, trust, and ethical behavior. Moreover, the board’s critical role extends to risk management, ensuring robust processes are in place to identify, assess, and mitigate risks, bolstering the organization’s success trajectory.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Whether expanding into new markets, managing crises, or driving innovation , they bring insight and clarity, combining data with intuition. Every decision—big or small—creates a ripple effect across the company, impacting everything from employee motivation to customer satisfaction, competitiveness, and innovation.

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Women on Business

DECEMBER 23, 2012

This is called innovation and managers shouldn’t be offended by it or scared of it. Micro managing is symptomatic of insecure management and generally that makes for a volatile relationship with an entrepreneur. Take advantage of that work ethic. We are the ones that will work retail to be able to build our dreams.

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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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Great Leadership By Dan

MARCH 29, 2018

Guest post from Andrew Leigh: First let’s get a little clearer about what being an ethical leader means. You may not be able to “see” someone is an ethical leader. So why should an organisation bother about having an ethical leader? Do they, for example, do any better at the job than less ethical ones?

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 30, 2011

The point I ask you to ponder is this: Leadership teams often espouse the need for change and innovation, but rarely apply this thinking to themselves – why? This attitude precludes the advancement of change initiatives and cripples innovation. Leadership is not a right of entitlement, but rather a privilege that must be earned.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

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. Founders who lead with ethical decision-making are more likely to foster sustainable growth.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2010

If your organization confuses loyalty and tenure there is trouble on the horizon…If your business rates tenure higher than performance as a measure for employee evaluation, it is time for you to consider updating your talent management practices and procedures. So, what’s wrong with tenure you ask?

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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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N2Growth Blog

MAY 22, 2014

Yet rather than being weeded out, they seem to survive and thrive in an institutional ethic that values by choosing short term greed over longer-term value and culture. The other has values and ethical standards that fit with the corporate culture; she is relational, collaborative and brings out the best in all around her.

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Rich Gee Group

JANUARY 7, 2011

Where Good Ideas Come From: The Natural History of Innovation by Steven Johnson makes that cut. I’d recommend it to anyone who’s ever had bursts of inspiration and wondered why they haven’t been able to replicate those circumstances, or anyone who wants to innovate at all. Candidly, I’m blown away.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2024

At N2Growth, we believe that fostering an inclusive environment is not just ethically sound— it’s a critical driver of innovation and sustainable growth. Organizations that cultivate environments where everyone feels valued and heard are better positioned to foster innovation, boost employee engagement, and inspire loyalty.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 4, 2021

Sean Glaze of Great Results Team Building shared The 3 Most Important Traits Teams Want in a New Manager. Learn 5 ways to manage your mind to better control your mouth. Stephanie Skryzowski of 100 Degrees Consulting provided Four Tips to Manage Your Email. Find Sean on Twitter at @leadyourteam.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 16, 2024

The CPO must engage with suppliers to establish mutual trust, foster innovation, and drive continuous improvement. Furthermore, they must also prioritize compliance and risk management in procurement operations.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 14, 2012

Triple Crown leaders have the goal of building and sustaining organizations that are excellent (high performance), ethical (do the right thing), and enduring (stand the test of time). It requires some finesse to get people on the same page while protecting the innovative mavericks and creating the conditions for operating in a state of flow.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2010

The best leaders are focused on leading change and innovation to keep their organizations fresh, dynamic and growing. They find ways to consistently engage them and incorporate them into their innovation and planning initiatives. Bottom line – leaders who build a static business doom themselves to failure.

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Michael Lee Stallard

DECEMBER 9, 2010

Research from two well-respected organizations makes it clear that we have a big collective blind spot that’s dragging down productivity, innovation and economic performance. Gradually over time, America has become overly obsessed about managing tasks. American leaders need to wake up and smell the coffee. What can be done?

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 4, 2021

A great many organizations have ethics and sustainability policies, but there remain concerns that the actions of these firms do not match the often lofty ambitions contained in these policies. The volunteers were split into two groups and asked to complete surveys in which they assessed amoral management in the workplace.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

From doctors to teachers to managers to presidents, the more experience the better. She explores each of these questions in depth, as well as the six key qualities of leader humility: a balanced ego, integrity, a compelling vision, ethical strategies, generous inclusion, and a developmental focus. Society venerates experience.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

Realizing the path to innovation would require revolutionary new thinking; all three leaders grasped that it would also take a new way of coalescing and harnessing talent. Reading Collective Genius , The Innovators , Creativity, Inc. Sourcing Innovation Collaboratively. Larry Page at Google also did it.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 25, 2012

For example, if a company claims it welcomes innovation and risk taking, but then only rewards employees who toe the company line and reinforce the status quo, sooner or later people will simply stop asking questions, innovating, and stretching themselves. Instead, they will conform in order to please their bosses.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Their commitment to ethical practices is paramount, as they inspire trust and reinforce their credibility in the eyes of their stakeholders. The financial services industry demands leaders who can strategically manage risks, drive innovation, and stay ahead of the curve.

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In the CEO Afterlife

AUGUST 6, 2013

Wouldn’t you expect more innovation? I am not suggesting restructuring the entire brand management system. This top management ethic is essential to brand resilience. So, wouldn’t you expect a heck of a lot more corporate attention to commercial brands? Some companies brand exceedingly well. That’s an understatement.

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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? I personally dont feel bonuses work to promote a good work ethic. That is the question. As for our staff, they all received an equal bonus for their efforts.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2023

Understanding the Concept of Governance Excellence Governance excellence refers to the strategic oversight conducted by a company’s board of directors that ensures ethical, sustainable, and profitable organizational operations. These factors form a formidable foundation for effective organizational governance when paired together.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 29, 2020

In a recent LeadershipNow blog, Mark Sanborn wrote about six warning signs of why leaders fail: a shift in focus; poor communication; risk aversion; ethics slip; poor self-management; and lost love. Often leaders are described by action words such as “results-oriented, innovative, driven and visionary”.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 12, 2024

The best know how to navigate this dynamic landscape effectively, drive innovation, and inspire their teams to thrive. Recognize that AI can enhance human capabilities, leading to more innovative solutions and improved efficiency. Ensure that ethical considerations, such as fairness and transparency, are central to AI implementation.

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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

JANUARY 23, 2024

This covers not only understanding how digital platforms work but also appreciating their strategic value and harnessing them effectively to drive innovation and change. Through automation, tasks such as data analysis, finance management, and even performance tracking are being efficiently conducted by automated tools.

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Leading Blog

MAY 3, 2021

Ethic, cultural, racial, or religious idioms that were accepted and used in the past may no longer be appropriate today. Start paying attention to the reactions you receive when speaking and cut out the words and phrases that are spurring a negative response. * * * Laurie Cure is the President and CEO of Innovative Connections.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 3, 2024

Utilizing AI-powered insights, they can make strategic choices that fuel growth and innovation. Talent development and management: AI significantly contributes to identifying and developing talent in an organization. Improved collaboration and communication: AI breaks down collaboration and communication barriers within organizations.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Embracing innovative tools and technologies is no longer optional; it’s a strategic imperative. Whether it’s data entry, scheduling, or email management, AI can streamline your workflow. Enhancing Risk Management: AI can assess risks more accurately and in real-time.

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In the CEO Afterlife

MARCH 20, 2012

Other than ensuring an ethical environment in the organizations they govern, I suspect today’s Boards still don’t give culture the attention it deserves. Imagine Apple without innovators or Zappos neglecting service or Whole Foods selling a slew of processed foods loaded with saturated fat. Provide strategic direction to management.

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Lead from Within

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized many aspects of our lives, including how we lead and manage organizations. Ethical Concerns: AI algorithms can perpetuate biases and discrimination if not designed and implemented carefully. AI offers numerous benefits, increasing efficiency and data-driven decision-making.

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