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. The pace of technological applications and innovations has increased significantly in recent years. Innovation is doing new things.” – Theodore Levitt.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 27, 2019

There’s increasing pressure on organizations to be more competitive, and leaders need to have the right skills to influence employees’ innovative behavior. In most cases, leaders have a profound influence on their employees. To encourage employees to become more innovative, leaders need to pay attention to a number of issues.

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The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 3, 2024

This decision is influenced by financial constraints shaped by factors like internal resources and challenges in raising funds. Firms navigate this dilemma by weighing the benefits of investing in proven projects against the potential of innovative ideas, considering their financial limitations. Their model backs up these findings.

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The Horizons Tracker

JUNE 30, 2020

As innovation is increasingly important to organizations, there is a growing exploration of what conditions might encourage people to be innovative. The research revolved around a challenge the researchers created at the California office of biotech company Thermo Fisher Scientific. ” Incentives matter.

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Lead from Within

JULY 26, 2023

The influence of a leader should not be underestimated. As a leader, you have the power to influence those around you in a variety of ways. By modeling the behaviors and values you want to see in your team, you can inspire and influence others to follow suit. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 30, 2023

Try These Proven Approaches to Build Consistency & Momentum as a Sales Manager “Hey, Karin, as a sales manager, how do I keep sales from stalling without micromanaging my team? shares practical advice you can use as a sales manager, to keep your sales team focused and productive. Start with the sales process.

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 4, 2024

In their search for innovative solutions, businesses actively seek a variety of unique ideas. New research from INSEAD suggests that businesses influence the ideas they receive by giving hints about their preferences. million contributors to understand how organizations unknowingly influence the ideas they receive.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

In today’s dynamic and ever-changing business landscape, fostering a culture of innovation within an organization is imperative. By collaborating closely with senior management on strategic initiatives, such a board offers a unique viewpoint that can significantly influence the company’s direction.

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Next Level Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

That means that leaders who rely on exercising influence in a matrix will be more effective than those that rely on exercising authority in a hierarchy. Influence vs. authority is not a new distinction by any means; I just think it’s going to be more important going forward. Again, it’s the difference between authority and influence.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Innovation involves trying out new things, making improvements, and seeing what works in the market. This can make it tough for company leaders to push for innovation. The study found that if that was the case, firms seem to be “more” innovative than normal. “Subordinate managers run the company day to day.

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The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Traditional economic thinking suggests that competition is essential for innovation to thrive as it drives the creative destruction that sees creative upstarts usurping slovenly incumbents. While this simplification can have merit, it often fails to take into account the political influence companies wield when they achieve a certain status.

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Lead from Within

JULY 12, 2024

The role of a manager is pivotal within any organization, holding the power to influence not only the atmosphere of the workplace but also the very productivity and morale of the team. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve seen the transformative effect that adept management can have on a company’s success.

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The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The study included a survey of 682 managers, wherein they were asked about the prevalence, nature, and perceived impact of chance events, as well as how their individual characteristics related to these events and career outcomes. The post How Chance Influences Our Career first appeared on The Horizons Tracker.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Mastery over various aspects of the business—from product development to supply chain management —is essential for this leader to facilitate smooth operations and establish a foundation for sustained success. We prioritize candidates who demonstrate operational insight, innovation, and the ability to lead through challenging scenarios.

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Career Advancement

JANUARY 8, 2018

Maura wants to expand her influence in her company , but she’s realizing some major barriers have existed there for years. In any organization, you’re going to run into challenges to expanding your leadership influence. Here are four roadblocks to overcome for effective leadership influence. ” ~Colin Powell~.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 24, 2024

Strategically positioned at the intersection of business and technology, the Chief Digital Officer significantly influences a company. They are entrusted with navigating the complexities of the digital landscape, designing innovative strategies, and fostering a digital culture within the company.

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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. They highlight how IT managers are often crucial in terms of areas such as marketing, strategy, and project management.

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The Horizons Tracker

JANUARY 23, 2024

They also did some experiments with managers and customers to test their ideas about different brands and how much they pay their workers. Influencing pay Their findings showed that companies known for being high-quality (vertical) tend to pay their workers less money.

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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. The Impact of CEO Decisions on Company Culture A CEO’s influence runs deep, shaping the culture and spirit of the entire organization.

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The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

This research underscores the pivotal role of well-defined boundaries around common-pool resources in ensuring their sustainable management. While the importance of strong boundaries in facilitating resource management was recognized, the precise mechanisms behind this phenomenon remained unclear. .

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 23, 2024

Middle managers are a much-maligned presence in the workplace, with few people having much good to say about them. However, research from Wharton reminds us that this image is often unfair and that middle managers can play a crucial role in a functioning workplace.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

This top-level team holds significant decision-making power and deeply influences the company’s trajectory by formulating, implementing, and overseeing long-term strategy to establish sustainable growth for the organization. This helps businesses to stay competitive, achieve sustainable growth, and adapt to market changes effectively.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

While such an approach certainly has its merits, research from Bocconi University highlights how it could also harm innovation. Influencing behavior. The researchers wanted to understand how managers can create the social conditions that promote certain forms of social network to emerge at work.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

JULY 26, 2010

So what is your role in influencing creativity and innovation in others? So what is your role in influencing creativity and innovation in others? We know it isn’t enough to simply add creativity to a list of values your organization espouses or to bring in consultants who get staff keyed up about innovating.

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Career Advancement

FEBRUARY 20, 2017

It’s about impact, influence and inspiration. Impact involves getting results, influence is about spreading the passion you have for your work, and you have to inspire team-mates and customers.” To really have an impact on things like its vision and direction, you now need to increase your influence. Get things done.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 22, 2024

Chief Talent Officers play a pivotal role in designing cultures that spark innovation, drive engagement, and prioritize excellence. Talent Management: The Heartbeat of Business Success A strong talent management strategy isn’t about simply filling seats—it’s about creating a competitive edge that fuels your organization’s growth.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 22, 2024

“The modern CFO is not just a finance expert—they’re a strategic partner, playing a critical role in driving innovation, digital transformation, and growth. This includes evaluating automation scenarios, assessing return on investment, and managing the economic implications of new technologies.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Understanding the Role of a Chief Experience Officer The Chief Experience Officer (CXO) might not have the same name recognition as a CEO or CFO, but their influence is felt across every aspect of a company’s strategy and operations. But the CXO’s influence goes beyond data.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 23, 2024

A dynamic phase is currently undergoing the real estate market, influenced by a number of factors such as customer behavior, interest rates, and economic movements. Home prices in many regions have seen fluctuations, influenced by changes in supply and demand.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 12, 2024

Today, the CCO oversees various aspects of business operations, such as strategy development, customer relationship management, product development, and crisis management. Moreover, a CCO plays an instrumental role in driving marketing innovations.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

These seismic technology shifts are rewriting the leadership playbook, requiring leaders to adapt rapidly and navigate complex environments– influencing talent trends in 2024. 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

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Alongside managing the technical aspects of running their company, leaders also have a responsibility for the well-being of those with whom they interact. Leaders who embrace spirituality influence the team to work from the heart. Such leaders have vision and a sense of innovation. E FFECTIVE leadership is an art.

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Strategy Driven

JUNE 10, 2024

In the world of association management, networking stands as the cornerstone of success. Whether you’re leading a professional organization, a trade association, or a community group, the ability to connect with others can significantly impact your effectiveness and influence.

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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 20, 2022

Organizations typically want knowledge to flow between employees, thinking that doing so helps to facilitate both collaboration and innovation. “First, our findings suggest that managers can act upon the organizational climate to stem the tide of knowledge transfer,” they explain.

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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. Interim executives , by virtue of their varied experiences and networks, bring diverse perspectives to the table, influencing decision-making.

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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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Great Leadership By Dan

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

Guest post by Kris Oestergaard: Today, every business is looking to find ways to streamline its innovative abilities. Those successful in establishing a culture of innovation have addressed their organization’s “immune systems.” Organizational leaders need to address all three in order to transform into innovation champions.

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