N2Growth Blog

APRIL 19, 2024

There is friction between globalization and regional autonomy, a conflict between the desire for sustainability and the lure of rapid development, ongoing political uncertainties, and the ever-increasing impact of digital technology. Engaging in risk management and scenario planning is also paramount.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

For instance, a mid-level manager we supported rose to a C-suite position within five years, propelled by iterative evaluations that honed his strategic acumen and people-management capabilities. Our work at N2Growth reveals that executives who embrace consistent, candid feedback see a marked improvement in their leadership trajectory.

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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. The ability to withstand disruptions, recover swiftly, and adapt to uncertainties is paramount in today’s volatile market.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 3, 2014

Leadership code switching is the ability to modify behavior, in response to rapidly changing environments, using past experiences to manage psychological challenges when moving toward the Future Picture. A: With cognition; the utilization of Shared Consciousness and Purpose and the expression of disciplined competency.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 18, 2019

T HE INNOVATION WE PRIZE at successful start-ups is a mindset that is brought into the start-up and not necessarily the inherent quality of every start-up. Innovation isn’t something that just happens; we create the conditions for it. Big organizations can innovate like small start-ups. Creating an Innovation Strategy.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 27, 2024

Organizational resilience is a quality that becomes apparent when businesses face adversity, especially during times of widespread uncertainty and constantly changing regulations. It sets apart organizations that simply survive from those that turn challenges into opportunities, encouraging innovation and growth.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The Importance of Executive Management Coaching Today The importance of executive management coaching in today’s volatile business environment cannot be overstated. By investing in executive management coaching, organizations can create a culture of continuous learning and growth, fostering a pipeline of strong leaders at all levels.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Conversely, poorly managed transitions invite uncertainty that can erode employee morale, undermine client trust, and weaken competitive advantage. For enduring success, this framework must incorporate elements that foster continuity and innovation.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

This episode reveals how the principles of improv can help you embrace uncertainty and lead with confidence. 05:38] – How Resistance Creates Stress and Kills Innovation Leaders often encounter resistance from employees and within themselves. Learn how to shift from resistance to adaptability using the power of “Yes, and.”

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Engaging Leader

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

The new book The Innovator''s Method: Bringing the Lean Start-up into Your Organization, by Nathan Furr and Jeff Dyer, is a leader’s guide to validating new ideas, refining them, and bringing them to market. Perhaps it was an idea for a new product or service, or a process change to solve a complex problem.

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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. Interim management provides stability, innovation, and insightful direction to businesses in need.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

As an executive leadership coach, I’ve seen firsthand how crucial it is for future leaders to go beyond traditional management techniques. The future demands leaders who can manage teams, drive meaningful change, and uphold integrity. They should understand how to leverage technology to drive innovation and efficiency.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Effective leadership is about more than just managing tasks and projects; it’s about connecting with and leading people in a way that inspires, motivates, and brings out their best. When you challenge your team, you show them that you believe in their potential, which builds confidence and drives innovation.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 12, 2024

The Role of Top Executives in Leading the Green Revolution The shift toward environmentally friendly operations cannot be handled solely by lower-level managers or specific departments. Green innovation reflects businesses’ ability to adapt to this significant change and strengthen their long-term stability.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Do they thrive in uncertainty? Rather than chasing flashy innovations, Mulally streamlined Fords operations, introduced the transformative One Ford plan, and unified the company under a shared vision. The boards we advise arent asking, Does this leader know our industry inside out? Theyre demanding: Can they reinvent how we operate?

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Innovation Excellence

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

I’ve been hearing this from innovation practitioners and partners for months We’ve seen innovation resilience tested in times of economic uncertainty and geopolitical volatility. Reality Strikes Back GUEST POST from Robyn Bolton “This time feels different.” We’ve seen it flourish when markets soar and capital is abundant.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 2, 2024

A great leader not only steers their team toward achieving business goals but also drives innovation, motivates employees, and adapts to shifting market conditions. By refining their decision-making skills, leaders can better navigate uncertainty and achieve more successful outcomes, ultimately driving stronger business performance.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Global organizations require leaders who transcend basic management competency. Radical honesty requires leaders to share strategic context, acknowledge uncertainties, and invite meaningful dialogue. When leaders prioritize developing future innovators, they create sustainable competitive advantages.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 9, 2017

When it comes to innovation, it is no different. Jeff DeGraff writes in The Innovation Code , “ Your dominant worldview is your biggest strength —the quality that makes you stand out from other people.” DeGraff describes four basic worldviews or approaches to innovation : the Artist, the Engineer, the Athlete, and the Sage.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 6, 2020

Understanding the difference and managing both is key to dealing with a crisis successfully. A “routine risk event” can be accompanied with fear, but it rarely evolves into panic as uncertainty is minimal. There is no script for managing it. There is no script for managing it. The Issue Front.

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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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Mike Cardus

MARCH 15, 2020

And while the complexity of uncertainty and the unknown, unknowables is increasing, your organization and leadership team will be pressured to makes sense of the challenges and develop some planning steps to make things better. solution-focused process for complexity and uncertainty planning. It’s getting weird out there.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Leaders who promote this mindset inspire employees to embrace change, innovate, and take calculated riskskey components of thriving in an ever-evolving work environment. Leaders who trust their teams and provide them with autonomy empower employees to manage their work-life balance effectively, leading to higher engagement and productivity.

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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. Every decision—big or small—creates a ripple effect across the company, impacting everything from employee motivation to customer satisfaction, competitiveness, and innovation.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Leaders who master emerging competencies consistently outperform their peers in organizational innovation and talent retention. The distinction between managing and leading emerges through mastery of specific capabilities. Research shows that executives equipped with future-ready skills achieve 42% higher team performance ratings.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Consequently, as change becomes the new norm, teams look to leaders who navigate uncertainty with confidence and resilience. Creative Problem-Solving to Drive Innovation AI can analyze data, but it lacks the creative spark that leads to innovation.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2021

He also emphasizes the importance of closing the "empathy gap" between management and staff in order to create a more connected team that operates to its fullest potential--and how developing each team member's unique dreams, goals, and abilities sets up the company for success. The Net Promoter System shines as their guiding star.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 11, 2020

Guest post by Chuck Swoboda : As increasing competition, new technologies and evolving customer expectations continue to disrupt nearly every industry, business leaders are turning to innovation as a way to keep their companies relevant. The standard solution is to create teams that focus explicitly on innovation. The problem?

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

As such, women executives should position themselves for success in these new roles, from chief data officer, chief digital officer, and chief innovation officer to chief sustainability officer and chief transformation officer. Not just that, their efforts offer the business world an innovative blueprint for pulling through crises.

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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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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 27, 2020

In this time of extraordinary uncertainty and change, your team has learned to adapt quickly and do the best they can, with what they have, from where they are. As we look beyond this immediate crisis to establish a new normal, how will you leverage this spirit of micro-innovation, problem-solving, and customer advocacy on your team?

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Leading Blog

APRIL 5, 2019

O NE OF the unfortunate side effects of living in an age of accelerating technology is having to deal with increased uncertainty. When faced with uncertainty, how should leaders react? You can, however, embrace uncertainty by adjusting your views as new information becomes available. Take, for example, Rasmus Ankersen.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

Over time, however, they may become entrenched in their ways, leading to a lack of innovation and agility. This can stifle innovation within the organization and make it difficult for the company to adapt to a rapidly changing business environment.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The competition for high-caliber talent remains fierce: top leaders with fundraising prowess, innovative thinking, and proven impact strategies are in demand across a growing number of mission-focused organizations worldwide. Another complexity lies in assessing cultural alignment.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 16, 2021

As the pandemic and uncertainty persist, we invite you to consider putting people before projects. Cultivate Curiosity–for innovations, improvements, and efficiencies. Growth and development don’t necessarily mean upward movement into management or leadership roles. Leading People So They Want to Stick Around.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2014

In The Chaos Imperative , co-authors Ori Brafman and Judah Pollack say that “if we want to foster creativity and innovation in our own lives, we too need a bit of chaos.” Here’s a paradox: “We need leaders who can tolerate uncertainty and imprecision, but we also need leaders who can maintain stability around the chaos.” * * *.

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Innovation Excellence

NOVEMBER 24, 2019

Most of them seem to intuitively understand the importance of innovation, but there’s still a lot of fluff, ambiguity and uncertainty regarding innovation as a topic. In our line of work, we get to talk with hundreds of leaders around the globe, and from virtually every industry.

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