Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Thats key advice for business leaders seeking to improve their impact and excel in a sustainable, long-term way thats good for them and everyone around them. Indeed, executives often see themselves as industry or functional domain expertswhether in tech, health sciences, finance, or as an engineer, designer, or head of operations.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 17, 2025

A well-executed commercial plan fosters robust alignment between day-to-day operations and long-term corporate objectives. With a firm grasp of market indicators and a willingness to challenge the status quo, they design revenue models that blend short-term wins with longer-term objectives.

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Leading Blog

MAY 21, 2021

B USINESS is not a discipline, but an endeavor made up of disciplines such as accounting, communications, economics, finance, leadership, management, marketing, operations, psychology, sociology, and strategy. Those who are adverse to theory may thrive in business as long as the parameters familiar to them remain in place.

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The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Respondents who felt that their leaders and managers prioritized employee issues reported higher engagement levels. These employees had positive views of their organization’s culture, ethics, honesty, openness, and change management. The survey also found that the actions of organizations significantly impact engagement.

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Rich Gee Group

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Management teams are always looking at the bottom linealways. But management will notice if youve been pushing papers the same way for the last five years or youve settled into a routine that doesnt push your boundaries. From leading teams, strategizing new product lines, building client relationships, and managing budgets.

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Strategy Driven

MAY 14, 2020

Managing your finances can take time and is a process that needs to be carefully planned as spending habits can be hard to break. But with a simple step by step plan and small changes, you can begin to manage your money and become smart with your finances. Make A Savings Account. Save Up For Big Spends.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Starting a small business can be exciting and rewarding, but managing finances can be challenging. If you run a small business with its finances out of control, don’t worry, you’re not alone. Many small business owners struggle to manage their financials, from keeping up with taxes to understanding the basics of investing.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

In today’ post I’ll share my thoughts on the value of learning to become a humble leader… It’s been said that life is a long lesson in humility. As a leader, the sooner you come to grips with your humility the better leader you’ll become.

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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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Leading Blog

JUNE 24, 2011

Financial : a well managed economic life (Tip: Spend on others instead of solely on material possessions.). Any time you help your-short-term self work with your long-term self, you have an opportunity. You can structure your finances to minimize the worry caused by debt.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 26, 2010

While confidence can be mistaken for arrogance, and vice-versa, they are clearly not interchangeable terms. I think not. When you think of yourself as a leader do you view yourself as having the quiet confidence of David or the boastful arrogance of Goliath?

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Terry Starbucker

OCTOBER 9, 2011

Recently a survey was conducted that asked preteens about their long term career aspirations - the top three were sports star, pop star and actor. This is in sharp contrast to those of a generation ago- teacher, banking/finance and medicine.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

The lenses highlight the impact on many constituents, in the short term, and over generations, giving leaders a holistic ethical picture. Even non-profits have to carefully manage finances and raise funds using ethical practices. As work complexity increases, the ethical thinking we use to address it must advance as well.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Posted on July 7th, 2010 by admin in Leadership , Operations & Strategy , Rants By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth I have read some interesting articles and blog posts of late on the subject of CEO term limits, and felt this topic worthy of discussion.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Effective financial management is a cornerstone of successful business operations. Here, we will delve into some key strategies for successful business finance, highlighting the importance of financial planning, efficient budgeting, smart investments, and risk management.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 16, 2010

While I’ve often addressed what it really takes to create a talent driven organization, few companies seem willing to make the requisite investments needed to successfully align their actions with their management speak. If your company doesn’t have a Chief Talent Officer, Chief People Officer etc.,

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2010

Anyone paying attention to current events has recently witnessed that it doesn’t really matter whether you’re a politician, investment banker, CEO, or just an average citizen, when it comes to making a simple decision, managing a crisis, or attempting to exploit an opportunity, timing is everything.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Here are five tactics to make your finances recession-proof: 1. But this lifestyle inflation is very dangerous in the long run, especially when the economy is hit with a recession. Savings is an integral part of personal finance management. This will help you save money in the long run with lower rates of interest too.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

Sidebar : This post was inspired by a conversation I had last month Mark Oakes ( @MarkOOakes ) about the historical origin of the term&# Plan B.&# Great planning (so long as it's not overdone) actually catalyzes velocity. Thanks for shedding light on a topic that has far too long remained in the dark!

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 7, 2023

Managing personal finance can seem overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure where to start. But taking control of your finances is essential for a secure financial future and achieving your goals. Let’s discuss some tips to help you take control of your finances, avoid setbacks, and achieve financial success.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

The rapid development and widespread adoption of new technologies present both opportunities and challenges for leaders to manage. They streamline business operations, process big data to derive valuable insights, and automate tasks previously managed by humans.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 5, 2023

The challenge is most acute for small businesses, whose finances can be particularly vulnerable during crises. In this in-depth exploration, we will delve into tips and strategies to manage your small business finances during a crisis and emerge more resilient than ever.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Robust supply chain leadership ensures effective oversight and management of the end-to-end supply chain processes, from procurement to delivery. Moreover, strong leadership in supply chain management ensures cost efficiency. Technology can play a pivotal role in the initial stages of the CPO search process.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2010

Long story short; if a leader receives a vote of non-confidence from their subordinates…game over. Only those leaders who can quickly recognize and adapt their methods to the situation at hand will be successful over the long haul. Any leader is only as good as his or her team’s desire to be led by them.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 20, 2011

If you want to be a long-term survivor in business I would suggest that you not participate in gossip and get rid of those that do. I have watched many a well intentioned executive get sucked into gossip in an attempt to help, only to pay a big price down the road for their error in judgment.

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Strategy Driven

MAY 15, 2024

Starting a new business is an exciting venture, but managing the finances of a startup can be challenging. Financial management is critical to the success and sustainability of any startup. Implementing cash flow management tools and software can streamline this process, making it easier to track and forecast cash flow.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Reputation Management: Enhance the company’s reputation by aligning sustainability efforts with broader business objectives to drive brand strength and financial performance. Finance: In the finance department, the CSO collaborates to create budgets that support sustainability initiatives and assess the financial impact of green investments.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 16, 2010

Talent is clearly a plus as long as it is a value add and not a business requirement. If your company’s long-term business plan requires the acquisition, or retention of the uber employee then your business not only has a risk management issue, but it is likely not scalable. Thanks for sharing Todd.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 14, 2010

The most successful companies incorporate disruptive thinking into all of their business and management practices to gain distinctive competitive value propositions. So why do so many established and often well managed companies struggle with disruptive innovation?

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 12, 2024

The innovations are endless, from peer-to-peer payments to automated portfolio managers and trading platforms. Finance digital transformation involves leveraging cutting-edge technologies for better operational efficiency and enhanced strategic decision-making. FinTech companies are putting a new twist on financial concepts.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2010

The sad fact is that many business people are absolutists in that they only see things in terms of rights and wrongs. Thinking in terms of “ my way &# is right and therefore “ other ways &# are wrong is the basis for polarizing any relationship, which quickly results in converting discussions into power struggles.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2022

The fast-paced expansion of FinTech companies into long-distance geographies has increased the Penrose effect , thus escalating the managerial constraints affecting organizational growth and development. Shared values between colleagues, clients, or customers create long-lasting professional relationships based on trust and integrity.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2010

I really don’t have a problem with increasing efficiency so long as the tail doesn’t start wagging the dog. Clearly this endeavor will take time, and may not yield immediate results, but the payoff organizationally, relationally, culturally, and in terms of future contribution can be huge. Bottom line…check your motivations.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 15, 2024

This article explores the various aspects of ACA compliance costs and their impact on small business finances. However, with the right strategies and tools, you can effectively manage these responsibilities. Unlike cumbersome alternatives, 1095EZ allows you to manage your compliance needs effectively, quickly, and at a lower cost.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

He then proceeded to communicate in no uncertain terms that he wasn’t nearly as concerned about the faults he would find, as he was about how our leader (guess who?) No one remains a leader long without being competent. People will not long support someone who's going nowhere. link] Mike Henry Sr. Great reminder Mike.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Managing your small business finance is crucial to maintaining stability and growing your business over the long run. From setting a budget to regularly monitoring your books, you should be proactive when it comes to managing your finances. Sustainable business growth depends on a long term strategy.

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