N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The CDO’s mandate extends beyond mere technology implementation; it encompasses the development of comprehensive digital strategies and the cultivation of a culture that embraces continuous innovation. Leadership capabilities are paramount, as the CDO must inspire and guide teams through transformative changes.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2024

I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. People are conditioned to give away their own power. In the workplace, were comfortable ceding our power to the bureaucratic hierarchy so we can settle into a predictable, stable set of routines and tasks.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Unexpected changes and challenges are inevitable in leadership. Learn how to shift from resistance to adaptability using the power of “Yes, and.” 05:38] – How Resistance Creates Stress and Kills Innovation Leaders often encounter resistance from employees and within themselves.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

These roles, while distinct, are increasingly interwoven, and their synergy can unlock unprecedented opportunities for growth and innovation. At N2Growth , we understand the transformative power of this partnership and its critical importance in navigating the complexities of the modern business environment.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Leadership fears can significantly hinder an individual’s ability to lead effectively. By working closely with leaders, I turn fear into a catalyst for growth and innovation. This approach not only humanizes leaders but also encourages team members to take risks and innovate without fear of judgment.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 1, 2025

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in April 2025 curated just for you. The Psychology of Leadership : Timeless principles to perfect your leadership of individuals, teams and yourself! Bridbord emphasizes the importance of micro-moments in leadership to spark significant improvements.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

To attract and retain top-tier talent in a competitive market, organizations must adopt innovative strategies that help identify the right candidates and create a cultural environment where they can thrive. It is a powerful tool for attracting and retaining talent, perhaps one of the most impactful metrics.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 21, 2025

Episode 295: How can you build a high trust culture that empowers your team to solve problems faster, innovate more, and reduce stress? In this episode, we explore the power of a high trust culture and how it can completely transform your teams ability to collaborate and solve problems effectively.

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Great Results Team Building

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

I’m excited to share this impressive collection of 21 articles submitted by world-class authors and leadership experts on the topics of communication , development , leadership , team building , and engagement. What are some ways you’ve seen thoughtfulness improve leadership in your own experiences?

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 28, 2025

Traditional leadership approaches are destroying innovation potential at an alarming rate, with 76% of employees reporting their best ideas die in bureaucratic approval processes. The insights that follow reveal why conventional leadership approaches fail and what successful organizations do differently.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The Chief Innovation Officer is the spark that drives a company’s creative momentum. As businesses increasingly focus on innovation , having a dedicated leader championing this mission is more crucial than ever. Communication: Excellent skills in articulating strategic visions and rallying stakeholders around innovative goals.

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Rich Gee Group

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Here’s the truth: real innovation is uncomfortable. Creating a Culture of Innovation Amazon’s transformation wasn’t solely Bezos’s doing. He had a team that shared his commitment, a culture that rewarded innovation and resilience. No more playing it safe. Uniting Strategy and Execution Big ideas are worthless without execution.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2024

In the rapidly evolving landscape of leadership, how we assess and cultivate leadership qualities is undergoing enormous transformation. We delved into the quickly changing environment of leadership and the critical need for organizations to adapt their strategies to keep pace with shifting sands. What values drive them?

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 1, 2023

” The Powerful Phrases Connection G.O.A.T.s Focusing on Innovation Think Forward : Discuss how this decision might lead to new opportunities for growth, innovation, and collaboration. Communicating unpopular decisions like return to office is undoubtedly challenging, but it’s a part of the leadership journey.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Like The Illusion of Innovation by Elliott Parker, they will get you thinking in new ways and set you up for the others. Mindshift : Ignite Change, Inspire Action, and Innovate for a Better Tomorrow by Brian Solis - (October 2024) Every company needs leaders who can spot and seize on opportunities at a moments notice. The result?

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Decker Communication

MARCH 27, 2025

Oftentimes, the most powerful retention strategy for exceptional talent has surprisingly little to do with compensation packages or corner offices. Rather, they were led by individuals who excelled at contextualizing setbacks within larger innovation narratives.

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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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Leading Blog

MARCH 6, 2023

T HE TIME TO THINK about power is before you get it. Power is part of leadership, and it can be used in the service of others or for personal gain. Using her life experiences and lessons learned, she draws out principles that define good power. She observes that power that doesn’t produce tangible results is pointless.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

In this episode, Julie Winkle Giulioni, author of Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go: Career Conversations Organizations Need and Employees Want , unpacks how you can make career development a natural part of your leadership style, even with a packed schedule. 11:08] – Redefining Growth for Everyone Growth doesn’t always mean promotions.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Source: Big Little Breakthroughs: How Small, Everyday Innovations Drive Oversized Results * * * Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I.

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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. Leaders should share their past mistakes and the lessons learned from them.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 13, 2023

What a tragic loss of innovation, not to mention the drain on morale and engagement. I’ve been thinking about my leadership brand around here, and I wonder how well people really know me and what I do. Credit stealing is clearly a significant source of conflict and frustration in the workplace. Would that be cool with you?

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Unleashing Potential: How Entrepreneur Coaching Drives Growth Entrepreneurial coaching has become a powerful growth driver, helping aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs unlock their full potential. Developing Leadership Competencies: Entrepreneurs aren’t born leaders—they grow into the role.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Many people think leadership in the AI era is all about understanding technology or staying up to date with trends. My research reveals organizations implementing these advanced leadership frameworks achieve 43% higher performance metrics across key indicators. Embrace them, and lead with purpose and vision. #1

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Skip Prichard

JANUARY 13, 2025

leadership that listens Weve all heard about the importance of understanding people. Kranzs leadership helped ensure the safe return of the Apollo 13 crew. That drives engagement, innovation, and loyalty. “Leadership isnt about giving orders. Use these tools as a starting point for tailored leadership strategies.

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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

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

In today’s digitized business era, where artificial intelligence (AI) continually reshapes industry dynamics, a new breed of executive leadership emerges at the forefront. While some see it as a job disruptor, others recognize its potential as a catalyst for innovation. Tapping into this requires a distinctive leadership mindset.

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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.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 22, 2024

In this episode, you’ll join David Dye as he hosts Ed Hess, author of “Own Your Work Journey,” in a deep dive into discovering the power of meaningful work in the era of Ai. Critical thinking is essential amidst societal divisiveness, emphasizing the need for innovative problem-solving.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 24, 2023

The Power of Workplace Culture in an AI Universe: A virtual conversation about Empathy and Innovation Note: This article on Workplace Culture is an excerpt from Chapter 2 of our book, Courageous Culture: How to Build Teams of Micro-Innovators, Problem Solvers, and Customer Advocates. What’s your perspective on that?”

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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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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The business world is changing, and with it, the need for a new approach to leadership is growing. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve seen firsthand how crucial it is for future leaders to go beyond traditional management techniques. They should understand how to leverage technology to drive innovation and efficiency.

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Tanveer Naseer

JANUARY 29, 2025

While their on-going successes might involve cutting-edge technologies or innovative processes, theres something else that fuels their peak performance the power of organizational traditions. In this edition of my Leadership Espresso Shot series, I share a personal story about. Click to continue reading

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 19, 2021

Your Favorite Leadership Blog Posts So Far This Year. One of the interesting parts of being regular leadership writers (we’ve been blogging here at Let’s Grow Leaders since 2012), is to see which of our leadership blog posts resonate the most with our readers and why. We would love to hear from you. Read more here.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The Role of High-Impact Performance Coaching in Leadership Development of Executives Performance coaching is pivotal in developing executive leaders in today’s dynamic business environment. Leaders face an array of complex challenges, from navigating organizational change to driving innovation and performance.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

While AI can enhance decision-making, streamline operations, and drive innovation, it also brings challenges such as ethical concerns, job displacement, and data privacy issues. By doing so, they maintain a competitive edge and foster a culture of innovation. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

” In my work as an executive leadership coach, I have guided leaders through understanding how their language shapes their teams. ” This encourages innovation and adaptability, key traits in a thriving team. It Fails to Inspire Great leadership inspires action. The words you choose as a leader are powerful.

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