N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

A well-selected leader not only accelerates revenue growth but also fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. An ill-suited hire at this level can result in missed revenue targets, strained customer relations, and diminished morale within the company. However, the stakes are almost always very high.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

The importance of this role in high-performing organizations cannot be overstated: research from various organizational studies shows that effective operations leadership is one of the most reliable predictors of sustained performance and competitive advantage in business.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 4, 2024

W E OFTEN THINK of innovation as something visionaries draw out of thin air, like manna from heaven. Here’s an innovation story that’s closer to reality: It’s a story of loss, grit, and renewal. It’s also about a never-too-late approach to innovation that enabled a floundering business to launch a second golden age.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 2, 2024

Navigating the complexities of leadership and management styles requires more than conventional wisdom; it requires a deep understanding of how different management styles impact an organization. Ichak Adizes provides a valuable framework that categorizes leadership into four distinct styles, each with unique strengths.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 23, 2023

D ISRUPTION has become synonymous with innovation. In contrast, nondisruptive innovation is “achieved without disrupting a preexisting market and its associated companies and jobs.” In Beyond Disruption: Innovate and Achieve Growth without Displacing Industries , Blue Ocean Strategy authors W. Stay focused on value innovation.

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Leading Blog

MAY 3, 2024

I N THE HIGH-STAKES world of leadership, where every decision can be scrutinized and every failure magnified, the concept of vulnerability often takes on a negative connotation, especially among men, who are taught to equate emotional openness with weakness. Cultivate a Culture of Open Dialogue: Teams thrive on clear and open communication.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

When it comes to leadership, the wide variety of styles and approaches can make it difficult to identify who truly stands out. As an executive leadership coach with years of experience, I’ve dedicated my career to helping leaders reach their full potential. But how can you recognize a truly exceptional leader?

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 22, 2014

Humor and Leadership. “A sense of humor is part of the art of leadership, of getting along with people, of getting things done.” Martin Webster of Leadership Thoughts shares his personal leadership mnemonic. Martin Webster of Leadership Thoughts shares his personal leadership mnemonic.

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Great Results Team Building

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Team members who approach obstacles with a positive, determined mindset are more likely to innovate and persevere under pressure. In business, celebrating successes, however small, reinforces positive behavior and team morale. Great leaders know that both wins and losses offer valuable lessons.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Building on the shoulders of such philosophical giants and the subsequent research over millennia, science has further defined, assessed, and developed the concept of character to apply findings to organizational leadership. Let’s take a look at the anatomy of character, how it establishes itself, and what leaders can do about it.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JUNE 17, 2022

Compassionate leadership is not weak. In this episode, Donato Tramuto, recognized CEO, business leader, innovator, and philanthropist makes the case that compassion is a key leadership principle that drives trust, success, and innovation while raising morale, building stronger teams, and improving overall performance.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Understanding the Criticality of Leadership Transition in 2025 CEO succession represents one of the most consequential inflection points in an organizations lifecycle. Conversely, poorly managed transitions invite uncertainty that can erode employee morale, undermine client trust, and weaken competitive advantage.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Perfectionism in leadership can be a powerful force, driving leaders to set high standards and achieve exceptional results. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve seen how perfectionism can become a double-edged sword, pushing leaders to excel while also creating significant obstacles. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 18, 2011

While this sounds simple enough at face value, I have consistently found that one of the most often overlooked leadership attributes is that of a positive attitude. If you struggle with recruiting, team building, and leadership development you likely have a bad attitude. The simple answer is that you can’t…it just won’t work.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Many people believe that exceptional leadership is defined by strategic thinking, charisma, or decision-making skills. Character often doesn’t get the recognition it deserves because it’s not as flashy as other leadership traits. However, character is the key to unlocking true leadership potential.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Effective leadership is vital in finance and is crucial in guiding organizations toward success in a rapidly changing business landscape. Navigating complex financial markets, making informed decisions, and driving profitability requires strong leadership that inspires and motivates teams to achieve their goals.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2024

As we approach 2025, inclusive leadership has transformed from a commendable goal into a strategic necessity for organizations aiming to thrive in a rapidly evolving global market. At N2Growth, we believe that fostering an inclusive environment is not just ethically sound— it’s a critical driver of innovation and sustainable growth.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

A positive and engaging environment not only boosts employee morale but also enhances productivity, fosters innovation, and reduces turnover. As an executive leadership coach, I specialize in helping organizations and their leaders develop the skills and strategies needed to create and maintain a positive work environment.

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Tanveer Naseer

JANUARY 23, 2018

So to get the most out of innovation processes such as design thinking, truly creative leaders also need to master the social dynamics of… [wait for the punchline}…humor! But in the world of leadership, humor has typically been typecast as a manifestation of individual personalities and thereby a spontaneous and non-replicable activity.

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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. Their leadership ensures the organization is ready to meet challenges and thrive. They build connections across the company, fostering trust, transparency, and excitement about the future.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 5, 2010

I don’t know about you, but it’s almost as if we have raised a generation of leaders who feel they have a moral and ethical obligation to be politically correct – WRONG. Even the term change, a concept once reserved for the innovative and revolutionary, has been hi-jacked by the politically correct. How sad is this?

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 23, 2013

By John Baldoni , Chair, Leadership Development, N2growth. Tolkein’s Lord of the Rings trilogy when we see characters who find themselves in difficulty because they have strayed from their moral center. Beware of bright shiny objects! That could be a lesson contained in J.R.R.

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Tanveer Naseer

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

I have spent the last 30 years working with the poor and would love to share three of the biggest leadership principles that I have learned from the experience with you. If you want to be a leader in your industry you need to be on the cutting edge of innovation. Having a moral compass helps you become a person of integrity.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 15, 2024

Your ability to help your organization and teams make effective decisions is a competitive advantage and rare leadership skill. The meeting ends with no decision made, an hour or more wasted, and the team’s morale drained from their inability to act. Three questions will help energize and clarify your decision making process.

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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. Lesson: Moral Hazard. Lesson: An expert isn’t always the person who knows the most.

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 4, 2020

Welcome to the August 2020 Leadership Development Carnival! We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. Ken Byler of Higher Ground Consulting Group contributed Introverted Leadership in a Pandemic.

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Great Results Team Building

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The ability to navigate and resolve conflicts effectively is crucial to maintaining morale, fostering collaboration, and driving productivity within your team or organization. In fact, healthy disagreements can foster creativity and innovation by bringing diverse ideas to the table. Because conflict is inevitable in any team.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 1, 2019

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in June 2019. These organizations tend to lag behind in innovation, discretionary effort, morale and ultimately performance. The authors introduce readers to the pragmatic model and methods of Meta-Leadership. The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Maintaining Team Morale Focus on the Positive : Highlight any potential benefits or opportunities from this change. Focusing on Innovation Think Forward : Discuss how this decision might lead to new opportunities for growth, innovation, and collaboration. ” The Powerful Phrases Connection G.O.A.T.s work well here.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 19, 2024

When I looked back into history to track the origins of some of the everyday innovations we take for granted today, I found that every inventor tended to embody some or all of these same traits. The moral of the story: discovery is thrilling, but a good idea is just the beginning. It's a good time to innovate. * * * Peter H.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

As an executive leadership coach, I have observed and encountered toxic behaviors in many people who are leaders. What some leaders misunderstand is that leadership is not about exerting control or authority; it’s about guiding, inspiring, and elevating others to achieve collective goals.

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Eric Jacobson

MARCH 24, 2025

The dictionary defines character as the mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual, the distinctive nature of something, the quality of being individual in an interesting or unusual way, strength and originality in a persons nature, and a persons good reputation. Leadership emerges when times are hardest.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

These phrases are more than just words—they are expressions of leadership values that drive engagement, foster collaboration, and empower others to excel. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve worked with leaders across industries, helping them articulate language that builds connections and drives positive change. “I trust you.”

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Lead from Within

MARCH 17, 2023

Leadership is a critical factor in achieving success. Successful leaders are able to balance the many facets of leadership. However, there are several obstacles that can prevent leadership from reaching success. However, there are several obstacles that can prevent leadership from reaching success.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 2, 2024

At N2Growth , we’ve had the privilege of working with top executives from some of the world’s largest companies, and we’ve seen firsthand how leadership coaching can truly transform strategic thinking. Nurturing Leadership Skills Leadership skills are essential for the success and growth of any enterprise.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 13, 2024

The Role of Leadership Training in Enhancing Business Growth Leadership training programs equip individuals with the essential competencies necessary to succeed in today’s business landscape. Effective leadership enhances productivity and creates an environment that fosters growth and expansion.

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HR Digest

MARCH 13, 2025

Diverse teams that dont just coexist but thrive, driving innovation and collaboration. Deloittes research backs this up DEI at work sharpens productivity, lifts morale, and knits teams together. Diverse teams thrive: DEI programs boost productivity by 35% and fuel morale in action. The result? In 2025, its the smart thing.

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