Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

However, when you don’t pay attention to tactics and effective management, you create needless conflicts, frustrations and hurt feelings. Leaders and managers often struggle with the difference between strategy and tactics or vision and operations. But they are both vital to your success and don’t have to be complicated.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 31, 2024

Interim executives are experienced professionals who can step in to fill a sudden leadership gap, manage a crisis, guide a merger, or spearhead a new initiative. One crucial skill for an effective interim executive is managing change seamlessly. Its importance in identifying suitable interim managers cannot be overstated.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2024

A COO’s role is integral to any enterprise’s success, serving as the right hand to the CEO and ensuring the seamless functioning of business operations. The COO is often tasked with translating strategy into action, leading critical functions ranging from operations and finance to sales and marketing.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Interim executives have emerged as pivotal assets in steering companies through critical phases of transformation, growth, or crisis management. Their cross-industry experience equips them with best practices and innovative approaches tailored to each organization’s unique needs.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The Chief Operating Officer is an organization’s powerhouse, ensuring every process and experience in your business runs like a well-oiled machine. This key executive monitors daily operations, ensuring efficient and effective methods. Project Management: Mastering the art of overseeing projects from start to finish.

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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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Leading Blog

JANUARY 27, 2020

T HE BIGGEST CHANGE being brought about by AI is not human replicas, but the emergence of digital operating models. Marco Iansiti and Karim Lakhani, professors at Harvard Business School, explore these changes in Competing in the Age of AI with examples of businesses in many industries. But here’s the thing.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

This approach transcends the mere adoption of new tools; it involves reimagining business processes to infuse digital technology into every facet of operations. These efforts have resulted in personalized marketing and improved operational efficiency, underscoring the tangible benefits of a digital-first strategy.

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Tanveer Naseer

AUGUST 9, 2017

Organizations in practically every industry are struggling to attract and retain great talent, especially in senior and executive leadership roles. Here are four key ways in which you can help managers become better leaders: 1. The following is a guest piece by Kelly Barcelos. Hiring employees is a tough job, especially today.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 17, 2023

Today, I will highlight some similarities in the insurance and finance industry and contrast them to Formula 1. Formula 1 racing is an industry built on speed, innovation, and teamwork. This article will explore the trends and challenges– and compare these industries.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Identifying the Skills and Qualities of Effective Finance Executives First and foremost, a strong finance executive should deeply understand today’s financial principles and methodologies in the industry. This includes a solid grasp of advanced accounting principles, risk management, cryptocurrency, and economic analysis.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2024

Understanding the Role of a Chief Operating Officer A Chief Operating Officer (COO) holds a distinctive and crucial role in the corporate ecosystem. Equipped with a holistic view of the organization’s objectives and a deep understanding of its operations, a COO is often considered the key driver of operational excellence.

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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

AUGUST 15, 2024

Initially, the CTO focused primarily on managing IT infrastructure and overseeing hardware and software decisions, ensuring business operations ran smoothly. However, as companies embraced digital transformation, the role expanded beyond technical management.

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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. Both are high-volume capital intense process industries. . A search partner with industry knowledge is critical.

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Leading Blog

MAY 6, 2024

T HE vast majority of today’s business leaders are either embarking on AI deployment to improve their operations or are considering it. Although most C-suite executives, mid-level managers, and data practitioners aren’t AI experts — no one is at this pace of change — they shouldn’t implement AI for the sake of implementing AI.

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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. Effective leaders in this space have the ability to optimize supply chain operations, streamline processes, and identify cost-saving opportunities.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Impact on their industry and in the broader communities they serve. Find HR’s hand (in a good way) in everything as an enabler and contributor to operations flowing all the way through to customer/client satisfaction. Beth is another former operator who really understands the business and their 37,000+ workforce.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 12, 2023

Insights and Strategies for Healthcare Leaders to Drive Innovation, Integration, and Success in a Rapidly Evolving Industry. As the healthcare industry continues to undergo rapid changes, driven by advancements in technology and evolving patient needs, it is crucial for healthcare organizations to stay ahead of the curve.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The Importance of Healthcare Leadership in Executive Search Processes Effective leadership is imperative in the healthcare industry, where the well-being of individuals rests in capable hands. One essential quality is adaptability. Another crucial skill for successful healthcare leaders is strategic thinking.

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Tanveer Naseer

OCTOBER 5, 2022

No matter which industry your organization operates it, there’s a pretty high chance that you’re grappling with how to motivate and engage your employees in the daily work they do. Steve Curtin is an expert on customer service management and leadership. Steve Curtin is an expert on customer service management and leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

External factors such as economic oscillations, market volatility, and industry disruptions drastically impact succession strategies. These changes necessitate a keen understanding of the current landscape to successfully navigate the complexities and ensure organizations’ continued operations and survival.

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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. A strong operational understanding forms the basis of a CCO’s role, facilitating a balance between strategic planning and effective execution.

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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. They are required to possess a unique blend of hard and soft skills, industry-specific expertise, and a deep understanding of business strategy.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 22, 2025

Lets explore two critical domains where connections are paramount: innovation and talent management. Consider these examples: Netflix disrupted the entertainment industry by integrating streaming technology with a subscription-based model, reimagining how content is consumed.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Unlike permanent hires, interim executives bring a wealth of experience from diverse industries and organizational contexts. Engaged for a defined period, they lead specific initiatives, manage transitions, or stabilize operations during times of change.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

These sectors of work, like the mining, textile, or glassmaking industries, thrived with their own supply chains, expertise, and proprietary distribution. Sectors like construction, real estate, automotive manufacturing, financial services, and health care have been thought of as distinct categories, each operating in its own spheres.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 16, 2022

As the investor leader, you are tasked with tackling senior leadership management issues at a newly acquired portfolio firm. Part four will balance needs with compromises and float tangential opportunities to expand horizons and extricate from myopia on that elusive ‘pink giraffe’ management candidate. The bar is set high.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 19, 2024

This force is called creative destruction, which is the process where innovation and technology advancements are reshaping industries and business models. To illustrate the potential impacts, in 2007, Nokia had a little over half the mobile phone market with an operating profit of about $7.8 Nokia just couldn’t keep up.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 6, 2023

But if you don’t pay enough attention to tactics and effective management, you’ll create needless conflicts, frustration, and hurt feelings. And, and it’s not uncommon for people to glorify leadership over management or strategy over tactics. What are some tactical questions that can help you avoid injury?

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The Role of Executive Search Firms in the Finance Industry Executive search firms play a crucial role in the ever-evolving landscape of the finance industry. One of the key responsibilities of executive search firms is to thoroughly understand the specific needs and requirements of their finance industry clients as related to the role.

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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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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 1, 2014

A few years ago, Ed Whitacre took over as CEO at General Motors even though he had limited experience in the automotive industry. Ian McAllister, General Manager at Amazon, reports that one of his greatest challenges as a new manager was thinking too small. Rookie leaders face a different challenge.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

Understanding the Future of Executive Development The roles within senior leadership are evolving swiftly, and so too must the models in place to prepare future captains of industry. As industries continue to advance rapidly, executive development and leadership training have become increasingly important.

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The food industry is experiencing a significant shift, largely driven by advancements in temperature control technology. Effective temperature management is essential for ensuring food safety, extending product shelf life, and maintaining high quality.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 24, 2020

I am no stranger to the challenges of candidate management during a crisis. These two things combined have frozen our economy and halted hiring up and down all levels of organizations across many industries and sectors. The post Candidate Management During a Crisis appeared first on N2Growth.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 24, 2020

Arjan van Weele , a Professor of Purchasing and Supply Management living in the Netherlands , discusses his perspective on leadership competencies that apply for any leader, no matter where you are within your career journey. JH: The Fourth Industrial Revolution brings unique and new dynamics when it comes to leading.

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