N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 11, 2024

In this mutually beneficial environment, companies can accelerate their learning curves, share risks, and foster a culture of innovation. Promoting Innovation and Creativity: Coopetition creates an environment that fosters innovation by combining diverse perspectives and expertise.

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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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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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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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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 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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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Effective leadership development fosters adaptability, resilience, and long-term organizational success. It provides a more nuanced and modern understanding of leadership dynamics that aligns with the current need for agility and transformation. Entrepreneur: Drives innovation, creativity, and growth.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2024

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in October 2024 curated just for you. Learners gain a lifelong readiness to push themselves outside of their comfort zones, using setbacks as launchpads for learning and innovation. Be sure to check out the other great titles being offered this month. The result?

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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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Lead Change Blog

MAY 29, 2020

At present, it’s hard to tackle any issue pertaining to leadership or management without addressing Covid-19, which is impacting on marketplaces and workplaces across the globe. With this in mind, the Coronavirus outbreak arguably represents an opportunity for growth and innovation, and good leadership will be central to ushering this in.

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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

MAY 25, 2023

A Learning Culture for Leadership Development This week we took #AskingForaFriend on the road to San Diego at the Association of Talent Development Conference. The first was about how to build an innovative learning culture. What’s one of your best practices for building a more innovative learning culture?

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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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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The Importance of CIO Leadership in the Modern Business Landscape In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, digital leadership has emerged as a critical factor for success. As organizations increasingly rely on technology to drive growth and innovation, the role of digital leaders has become paramount.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 19, 2021

As organizations face more complex interdependent tasks, leadership must become more personal in order to ensure open trusting communication that will make more collaborative problem solving and innovation possible. Ensuring open trusting communication that will make more collaborative problem solving and innovation possible.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 1, 2024

The Importance of Academic Leadership in Higher Education In the rapidly changing landscape of academics and higher education , the role of leadership has become increasingly important. Academic leadership is a crucial factor in achieving success in higher education.

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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. G OOD LEADERSHIP is an important element in the success of any organization. To encourage employees to become more innovative, leaders need to pay attention to a number of issues.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 25, 2019

Guest post from Alf Rehn: Some say we live in the golden age of innovation, an age ruled by transformation and revolution. Instead, I would argue that we live in the age of innovation crisis. We’ve never spent more on innovation, yet as many CEOs are starting to notice, the returns are diminishing, and the trend is down, not up.

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Tanveer Naseer

AUGUST 25, 2021

When it comes to conversations around curiosity in today’s workplace, the focus tends to be on how it helps to drive innovation. But as my guest Dr. Shannon Minifie points out in this episode of my leadership podcast, when leaders unleash the full power of curiosity in their organization, they. Click to continue reading.

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Leadership Freak

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Innovation is about technology, product features, and profitability. You don’t hear innovators talking about love, empathy, and generosity. Mauro Porcini says innovation is an… Continue reading → That’s where PepsiCo’s Chief Design Officer (CDO) comes in.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

The Value of Executive Leadership Team Coaching in Today’s Business Landscape In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the value of executive leadership team coaching cannot be understated. Strong leadership has never been more crucial as organizations face an increasingly complex and volatile environment.

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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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Great Results Team Building

JANUARY 25, 2022

Learning and applying these lessons can provide management insight and superior leadership qualities. Here are some excellent leadership lessons that we can learn from musicians. Sustaining a leadership role requires support; it is as simple as that. Leadership requires a person to have a clear end goal.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Evaluating founding and leadership teams of portfolio companies and acquisition targets has become crucial for investment and operating partners. As businesses grow and adapt to shifting market demands, the strength of the leadership team often dictates a company’s ability to scale and succeed.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 2, 2024

Episode 265: In this episode of the Leadership Without Losing Your Soul Podcast, David Dye and Lori Mazan invite you to rethink the way you approach leadership. Skill training is just the beginning; true leadership goes beyond that. He sets the stage for discussing modern, effective leadership strategies. (01:12)

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Lead from Within

APRIL 3, 2024

While CEOs are often admired for their leadership, vision, and decision-making abilities, they are not immune to making mistakes. In this blog post, we will explore seven powerful examples of common CEO mistakes and the valuable lessons that can be learned from them. Ethical leadership is not a choice but a responsibility for CEOs.

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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. The digital landscape has redefined the boundaries of commercial leadership.

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Leading Blog

MAY 16, 2020

Technology is the raw material that 21st-century innovators need to build new business capabilities, to develop exciting new products and services, and to create workarounds for the physical distancing measures we will likely endure for the foreseeable future. In a world of pandemic, it’s the only way forward. He was born in the U.K.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Understanding these leadership pitfalls is essential for fostering a thriving workplace where top talent can excel and feel valued. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve seen how leadership behaviors impact team dynamics. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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Rich Gee Group

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Your leadership style is based upon myriad factors, but when distilled into a few essential elements, you’ll find three spheres: Presence, Interaction, and Contribution. Communication - how, when, and where you communicate is key to having a successful leadership style. No time to read? Stop it immediately in its tracks.

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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. Through comprehensive assessments and interviews, these firms evaluate candidates’ qualifications, leadership styles, and cultural fit.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Recently, a large study ranked empathy as the most important leadership skill in the workplace. When leaders expressed empathy for their team, it increased a team’s innovation and engagement, improved customer service, and helped them balance their home and work life. Empathic leadership is not only for supersensitive types.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

Our September Festival is all about Bold and Innovative Leadership. Self Leadership . No one has the words “Bold” or “Innovative” printed on their business cards; but Bill Benoist of Leadership Heart Coaching shares that when you look, these leaders are all around us. Follow Bernie. .

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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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Great Results Team Building

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The best leaders and managers understand that investing in a leadership coach is essential for achieving clarity and improved performance. A leadership coach is not simply a cheerleader; they are a strategic partner who can provide invaluable insights, accountability, and support.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2023

With gripping firsthand accounts from his time as a fighter pilot and fascinating turning points throughout history, Hasard reveals powerful decision-making principles that can be used in business and in life. Explore the challenges of once-innovative tech giants like Facebook and Google and the factors behind their struggles.

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CO2

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Image Source: unsplash The Power of Questioning in Leadership Effective leadership involves harnessing the power of questioning. By embracing a leadership style that encourages questioning, leaders can unlock the potential of every individual within their organization.

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