N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

We find ourselves amidst the challenges of living and working in a triple-threat world of a global pandemic, economic instability, and political unrest. While Chief Digital/Technology Officers or Chief Marketing Officers are often tagged with the innovator label, it is the CHRO who is the real innovator in 2020.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

From the era of large mainframes, command line interfaces, and backing up data on tape to the modern world of cloud computing, user-friendly interfaces, and low-code/no-code software development, technology has continued to change rapidly and has significantly shaped our lives and businesses.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 16, 2018

With the onslaught of AI and other disrupting technologies, the workplace will undergo rapid changes. A McKinsey Global Institute report on future of the workforce shows that between 75 million and 375 million people globally will have to change their occupation and acquire new skills by the year 2030. The Tsunami of Change.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 15, 2024

Shifts in CTO Responsibilities Over Time The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) role has evolved dramatically over the past few decades, driven by rapid technological advancements and shifting business landscapes. However, as companies embraced digital transformation, the role expanded beyond technical management.

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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. These platforms enable organizations to access a global talent pool, breaking down geographical and logistical barriers.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

This evolution is not just valuable; it’s vital; the expanding global marketplace and the relentless march of technological innovation have made the old models of leadership development ineffectual and obsolete. Executive development programs are being transformed by technology, which is also redefining the future of leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2024

This multifaceted role requires rapid decision-making and strong leadership capabilities, enabling the COO to manage day-to-day activities while enhancing operational efficiency effectively. However, the value of technology does not supersede the human element—rather, it enhances it. The results speak for themselves.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 8, 2022

The evolution of new technologies and the COVID-19 pandemic have greatly influenced consumer habits worldwide, consumers are becoming more demanding, and companies are working on efficiencies to offset the negative impact of inflation on their P&Ls. Physical skills are steadily declining as automation technologies become more advanced.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 27, 2024

The concept of resilience is evident across all levels of an organization, from its leadership to frontline employees, from strategic planning to risk management practices, ultimately enhancing the collective ability to navigate change and uncertainty. It’s also beneficial to integrate risk management with strategic planning.

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2014

Frank Eliason ( @FrankEliason ), Director, Global Social Media, CITI. Lorena Hathaway ( @lorenahathaway ), Director, Global Product Management, Location Intelligence, Pitney Bowes Software. Eliot Johnson ( @eliotjohnson ), Senior Manager, Global Social Media, KPMG. Amplifiers. Brand Champions.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 3, 2021

Today I will share my thoughts on our youth and their relationship with technology and its potential impact on the future C-Suite. Ubiquitous online access and dependence on digital platforms for real-time information, both professionally and recreationally, has accelerated innovation in leveraging and utilizing technology.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Even so, the sector is still grappling with a plateful of hot-button issues, including social restructuring, environmental protection, and the global push for de-carbonization placing particular pressure on the coal and platinum industries. This trend seems to be replicated in Australia, reporting only 19.6%

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

This notable difference between median and average tenure suggests various factors are at play, including increased shareholder activism, faster business cycles, and the impact of disruptive technologies. Factors affecting global trends, such as technological changes and shifts in stakeholder expectations, are also contributing to this trend.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 31, 2024

Harnessing the Power of Interim Management in Uncertain Times Over the years, the role of interim executives has transformed from temporary fill-ins to strategic agents of change and innovation, especially in times of uncertainty. This ability to deliver immediate, impactful results makes interim management indispensable in uncertain times.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

M aking any progress, process transformation or change across American communities and throughout the global business communities as usual is always hard and usually requires a significant investment of resources – people, finance and effort. Embrace a do it now philosophy; learn to be a better you because everybody else is taken.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 24, 2020

I am no stranger to the challenges of candidate management during a crisis. While in the second year of my profession the great recession hit and had a significant impact on my area of expertise including venture capital, and private equity-backed technology companies.

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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. A strategic-minded CPO deeply understands market trends, supplier dynamics, and emerging technologies.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

This cultural diversity can provide leaders with fresh perspectives and insights, expanding their worldview and helping them navigate the complexities of today’s global business landscape. Without the physical presence and non-verbal cues, leveraging technology to bridge this gap becomes essential.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 3, 2019

The significant increases in employee engagement have been partially eroded due to global anxiety and rapid technological advances creating uncertainty about job losses, although Africa’s engagement levels continue to rise. Latin America leads the way globally with 75% score in Employee Engagement.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 8, 2021

While the last decade has flattened our organizations and reduced the need for some managers, the need to create leaders at every level has never been more necessary. We need connected managers to create community and spark collaboration. Supervisors hold the success of a business in their hands, and it’s all in how they manage.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 29, 2024

Establishing themselves as noteworthy game changers, these leadership trends are compelling global leaders to rethink their corporate growth strategies while testing their ability to be agile yet decisive. Technology is undeniably playing a pivotal role in the new executive leadership paradigm.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 25, 2022

This series’s final part will balance needs with compromises, float tangential opportunities to expand horizons, and extricate from myopia on that elusive ‘unicorn’ management candidate. The CFO candidate might get by with only a broad sector experience in manufacturing, finance, or technology.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

In addition, the CCO manages and implements strategies to drive revenue growth, break into new market segments, and foster customer engagement. Above all, risk management skills and sound business acumen are required to drive profitable growth and sustainable business expansion.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Rapid technological advancements, globalization, and changing consumer demands are just a few factors contributing to the constant flux in the corporate landscape. Another significant challenge for executives is managing organizational complexity.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2022

With technology reshaping the global business landscape, many companies will be pushed to fundamentally reconsider their ways of doing international business, diversifying into new product categories and adopting a “borderless” expansion model. To do so, successful management of their expectations is essential.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 4, 2024

Of course, part of that entailed reestablishing the company’s reputation for cutting-edge technology. He quickly pivoted Microsoft from being a company that sold boxed software to a global computing engine that rents out its processing power and online storage to businesses. But there was much more than that. Nadella changed that.

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Lead from Within

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Leaders must navigate an increasingly complex and interconnected global economy while managing a diverse and distributed workforce. Foster a global mindset within your organization and encourage your team to think beyond borders. Foster a global mindset within your organization and encourage your team to think beyond borders.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

I was fortunate to work in corporate recruiting for a global technology company in 2008 when the idea of a remote workforce was embraced. Although it was different, the changes led to new efficiencies and approaches to managing workloads and schedules. Many lives and businesses were impacted overnight.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 16, 2024

In today’s interconnected and globalized marketplace, having a reliable and diverse supplier base is essential for procurement excellence. Furthermore, they must also prioritize compliance and risk management in procurement operations.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 8, 2024

Shake up the workforce with remote offices and emerging technologies. The World Workplace Conflict and Collaboration results citing continued overwhelm, economic instability, lower levels of motivation, and poor management are symptoms of this upheaval. We call this conflict cocktail, The “Wedge Driver.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Productive Failure : Unlocking Deeper Learning Through the Science of Failing by Manu Kapur Written by a leading global expert on human cognition, productive failure, and learning methods, Productive Failure shows you how to design the experience of failing.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Educational leaders are not only responsible for the overall management of an institution but also for creating a vision, setting goals, and driving positive change. Educational institutions are constantly adapting to changes in curriculum, technology, and student demographics, among other factors.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2024

A complex regulatory environment, stringent compliance standards, advanced technology integrations, and a diverse array of patient populations add layers of difficulty to the process. N2Growths extensive evaluation process ensures that the leaders we recommend can manage these dynamic forces in tandem.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

To stay relevant, we have to be able to excel cognitively, behaviorally, and emotionally in ways that technology can't. From doctors to teachers to managers to presidents, the more experience the better. The Digital Age will raise the question of how we humans will stay relevant in the workplace. Society venerates experience.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 29, 2020

At present, it’s hard to tackle any issue pertaining to leadership or management without addressing Covid-19, which is impacting on marketplaces and workplaces across the globe. While this technology has yet to fully enter the mainstream, it’s predicted that 50% of all searches will be screenless and conducted by voice this year.

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Chart Your Course

JUNE 3, 2021

Remote working has opened up a global talent pool for businesses around the world. Technology has made it possible to have virtual workplaces, eliminating the need for renting a physical office. However, the lack of face-to-face interactions and having to manage people spread across […].

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

From regulatory changes to technological advancements, staying abreast of these developments is crucial for both finance organizations and executive search firms. The financial services industry demands leaders who can strategically manage risks, drive innovation, and stay ahead of the curve.

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