Leading Blog

JANUARY 1, 2025

Some of us say this technological trend is no big deal. In Mindmasters , Columbia Business School professor Sandra Matz reveals in fascinating detail how big data offers insights into the most intimate aspects of our psyches and how these insights empower an external influence over the choices we make.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2010

Registration for this free online event will not only give you access to my video, but also presentations featuring some of today’s leading influencers. Registration for this free online event will not only give you access to my video, but also presentations featuring some of today’s leading influencers.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2024

At N2Growth, we approach the healthcare leadership market with a nuanced lens, drawing on decades of industry experience to ensure that leaders possess the necessary technical expertise and the resilience, strategic insight, and emotional intelligence essential for inspiring teams and shaping the future of patient care.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Understanding the Evolution of the IT Industry Over the past few decades, the IT industry has undergone several remarkable transformations. In this ever-evolving landscape, understanding the evolution of the IT industry becomes crucial for organizations and professionals alike.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The dean of engineering serves as a strategic architect, aligning departmental initiatives with the broader goals of the university and ensuring a coherent vision for teaching, research, and industry engagement. These efforts enable students to develop problem-solving prowess, entrepreneurial thinking, and adaptability.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 29, 2021

We are witnessing the creation of an entirely new paradigm, a fierce wave of technological innovation boosting generations of new businesses and business leaders. Blockchain, machine learning, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, 3D printing, and robotics are among the most important technologies of today’s rapidly changing world.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

All leaders have a sphere of influence. It can be defined as the context in which influence is felt. In some cases, this sphere of influence is small, perhaps extending only to an immediate coworker, friend, or family member. Clearly, these are two extremes of the influence spectrum. Take the example the CEO role.

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Sales Wolf Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Recognizing Trends Before They Become Obvious : Leaders with this capacity can detect weak signalsemerging customer needs, shifts in market sentiment, or technological advancementsthat indicate larger trends. Influence (I) and Steadiness (S) : Valuable for fostering relationships and team alignment, especially during periods of high pressure.

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Leading Blog

JULY 1, 2020

Lessons from the Titans : What Companies in the New Economy Can Learn from the Great Industrial Giants to Drive Sustainable Success br Scott Davis, Carter Copeland, and Rob Wertheimer. Before Silicon Valley disrupted the world with new technologies and business models, America’s industrial giants paved the way.

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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. How common is it for CPGs to hire for key positions outside the industry?

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Modern Servant Leader

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

Technology has provided innovations in business, education, agriculture – virtually every field and industry. Finally, through social media , technology is also a cornerstone of innovation for leadership. Leadership is Influence. “Leadership is influence, nothing more, nothing less.”

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 15, 2025

For businesses with a forward-looking perspective on attracting, retaining, and enabling their workforce, the influence of an executive dedicated to employee experience can be transformative. Understanding the Role of the Chief Employee Experience Officer The scope of this senior-level position reaches far beyond conventional HR processes.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

External factors such as economic oscillations, market volatility, and industry disruptions drastically impact succession strategies. Embracing technological advancements for succession planning can also streamline the process, simplify the identification of potential successors, and augment the development of necessary employee competencies.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 15, 2025

Technological tools to enhance board effectiveness through evaluation from advanced analytics to artificial intelligenceare transforming how evaluations are conducted. Comparative data offers powerful insights into industry standards and best practices, enabling boards to identify gaps and prioritize action plans for enhancement.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The Increasing Demand for Technological Expertise in COO Roles The demand for technological expertise in Chief Operating Officer or COO roles is snowballing as organizations recognize that success increasingly hinges on the intelligent use of technology.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 18, 2024

These firms employ rigorous search strategies, cultivate extensive networks, and utilize cutting-edge technological tools to identify suitable candidates. Firms also play a crucial role in providing cultural intelligence, industry insight, and an understanding of international business dynamics.

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The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Technological innovation impacts individuals, occupations, industries, and regions in varying ways. Therefore, it is crucial to examine how technological innovations affect job security for those who experience them directly. These findings have important implications for technological development policies.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Corporations armed with such strategies are better equipped to navigate the turbulent waters of the business world and cement their legacy within their respective industries. These technologies are crucial in identifying and evaluating potential leaders, assessing leadership gaps, and anticipating future leadership requirements.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

A strategic-minded CPO deeply understands market trends, supplier dynamics, and emerging technologies. They take a proactive approach, anticipating future industry changes and identifying opportunities for growth and improvement. Technology can play a pivotal role in the initial stages of the CPO search process.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

The Current Digital Landscape Today’s digital landscape is constantly changing, revolutionizing how businesses and industries operate. Extensive networks, data streams, and state-of-the-art digital technologies are increasingly becoming the foundation of modern operational strategies.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 24, 2024

The growth of industrialization, globalization, and an increasingly complex business environment have made it necessary to use more sophisticated methods to attract and retain high-caliber executives. Over time, technological advancements have transformed the executive search process, combining digital and traditional methods.

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Leading Blog

MAY 6, 2024

In time, no industry will remain untouched. Singling out just one segment of industry, consider some of the ways retailers are putting AI to use: Every interaction online is analyzed to better understand customer’s shopping patterns, click-throughs, and page views. Together, they’ve created a tipping point for AI.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 2, 2024

This role is essential in today’s dynamic business environment, where change is constant, technology is disruptive, and strategic paradigm shifts are often necessary for survival and success. How do Interim Executives Influence a Firm’s Strategic Direction?

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

Talent Trends: Emerging Leadership Skills for the Future The continual development of digital technology and automation in today’s corporate world demands a new paradigm in leadership. The Rise of Remote Work and Its Influence on Leadership The advent of remote work has also significantly redefined the dynamics of leadership.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 24, 2019

In the same way, digital disruption is not about the technology as much as it is about how companies can make their way through the new competitive environment they find themselves in. Digital disruption is more about the people than it is the technology. The authors introduce the concept of digital maturity. I liked the metaphor.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2024

By introducing and exploring nine “persuasion proverbs,” Webster highlights the behavioral, cognitive, and psychological principles that underpin lasting change, and offers a powerful alternative to the standard tactics of influence and persuasion. He's seen tech companies rise and fall, and bankrupt entrepreneurs become billionaires.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Maintaining strong internal and external relationships, influencing organizational changes, and fostering a culture that embraces innovation are all paramount. Many executive search firms boast a deep understanding of the marketplace and industry specifics. In this task, executive search firms play an indispensable role.

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Modern Servant Leader

JANUARY 17, 2013

eCommerce Influence: By 2016, more than half of the dollars spent in US retail will be influenced by the Web. Influence on Retail: By 2016, $689 Billion will be influenced by mobile retail. In all key decisions, consider how these digital trends will influence the future. Deloitte: The Dawn of Mobile Influence.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 21, 2024

This compilation of wisdom and practical habits from Novak's life and from some of the most successful leaders in the world—CEOs from many industries, military and political leaders, sports greats, experts, and coaches—is your active-learning practice manual. David Novak shows you how to master active learning.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The advent of technology that enables remote work combined with the ever-increasing rate of employee turnover in many industries has led to a transformation in the very fabric of organizational culture. The Erosion of Traditional Corporate Culture A strong corporate culture will influence how team members interact and conduct business.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 12, 2024

Additionally, an ideal candidate for the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) role should have a strong appetite for innovation and technological expertise, recognizing the significant impact of emerging trends and tools on revenue generation in today’s digital age.

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Leading Blog

MAY 1, 2024

In his trademark communication style, Maxwell teaches the principles and practices of high-road leadership that can increase anyone’s influence and help them make their world a better place. They know how to identify emerging trends, how to bring new industries into being, and when to hold them and when to fold.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2010

These companies have placed themselves far behind the technology curve because tenured managers hire employees with obsolete skill sets and together they create mediocre solutions. Walking into these organizations is often like traveling back in time 20 years. often evoke feelings of hatred at the mere mention of their name. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 16, 2010

If I only had a nickel for each time a CEO has told me “We have the best talent in the industry.&# They all speak of the quality of their talent as a key success metric…in fact, many of them will emphatically state that talent is their single biggest competitive advantage. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Research from Rensselaer explores how peers can influence the choices students make in terms of their careers. “Analyzing students at a leading business school in India, we find that having peers who have worked in IT reduces the likelihood of receiving and accepting an offer in the IT industry,” the researchers explain.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

Rebooting Work by Silicon Valley legend Maynard Webb and Carlye Adler is a sensible look at the changing nature of the workplace and how you can use emerging technologies to take charge of your career. Webb believes that technology presents us with an opportunity. Technology is pushing flexibility in the workplace.

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The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Research from Georgia State University explores how the response companies make to such competition is influenced by the way it handles interactions with customers. Should a first-mover adopt a particular technology or innovation, other players in the market will undoubtedly consider their own response.

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