N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

This enhances individual performance and drives collective success by empowering teams to adapt, innovate, and thrive in an ever-changing business environment. These challenges include the increasing complexity of global markets, disruptive technologies, and ever-evolving customer demands.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2024

He wrote Create the Future + The Innovation Handbook: Tactics for Disruptive Thinking (two books in one) to help us. “We Market leaders consistently miss out on great new ideas because they overestimate their market dominance.” We are more dependent on our past decisions than we like to admit. What to do? Change is a given.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

This elevates individual prowess and propels collective success by capacitating teams to adapt, innovate, and flourish amidst an ever-morphing business milieu. These span from the intricacies of global markets’ disruptive technological waves to the capricious demands of customers.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 13, 2012

They begin with an innovative idea—even developing beyond all expectations—but eventually they begin to show signs of aging. Claudio Feser writes in Serial Innovators, “Some firms become blinded by success and begin to resist external views and challenges. They become serial innovators. They confront rigidity.

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Few organizations have the appetite for change found at Facebook, Google, Amazon, and other innovative firms. But what do you do in a context that resists change? Or, “What weaknesses make us vulnerable to losing customers or market share?” Form an innovation team. Provide an innovation budget.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 31, 2024

Change can be challenging and often met with resistance, so it’s essential for these leaders to have exceptional communication skills, emotional intelligence , and strong negotiation abilities. They lead key initiatives, address skill gaps, and drive innovation.

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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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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Through coaching, executives can refine their ability to analyze complex situations, anticipate future challenges, and craft innovative solutions. Moreover, board advisor coaching is instrumental in fostering a culture of innovation and change within organizations. One common challenge is the resistance to change.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

By investing in coaching your board chair, your organization can unlock the full potential of its leadership team, paving the way for innovation, collaboration, and sustainable growth. The board chair plays a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction of an organization and ensuring its long-term success.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Leaders face an array of complex challenges, from navigating organizational change to driving innovation and performance. Many leaders have risen through the ranks using tried and tested methods, but these approaches may no longer be practical in an environment that thrives on innovation and flexibility.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

This trend highlights the shift towards shorter CEO tenures in large corporations, as companies seek leaders who can quickly adapt to changing market dynamics and drive growth. Over time, however, they may become entrenched in their ways, leading to a lack of innovation and agility.

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In the CEO Afterlife

FEBRUARY 26, 2012

Clout allows these giants to grow, but there is absolutely no reason why a smaller player cannot become a market leader within their chosen market(s). As long as the “Davids” are able to resist the urge to become generalists by expanding into too many markets with too many products, they can win.

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Chart Your Course

APRIL 29, 2013

Innovation has always been what makes good businesses great. And innovation does not happen without change and risk. Whenever changes are made at work- an employee is given a new task or a new way to do a current task- there will be resistance. It’s human nature to resist new responsibilities or rules. Create a vision.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 23, 2010

This is the definition of presence, and it is only when we operate in the present that real creativity, growth and innovation occur. Resist the temptation to just advance a broad number of disparate initiatives, and alternatively focus your efforts on the completion of a few high impact objectives. I Think Not.

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In the CEO Afterlife

DECEMBER 18, 2014

It starts with the corporate strategy, and includes marketing strategy, and the all-important human resource strategy. Unlike PepsiCo , Coca-Cola’s corporate strategy is to resist diversification and focus on non-alcoholic beverages. That singularity continues to deliver outstanding shareholder value.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 19, 2024

I N THE AGE of digitization, businesses face a critical imperative: to adapt and embrace innovation or risk being left behind in a rapidly evolving world. This force is called creative destruction, which is the process where innovation and technology advancements are reshaping industries and business models.

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The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Startups are renowned for their creativity and innovation, but this can often dry up once the unique pressures of going public are imposed on a firm. Research from Duke University explores why some companies have managed to remain innovative after going public while others have struggled. Free from pressure.

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LDRLB

APRIL 10, 2014

During an organization’s start-up days, it’s much easier to strike up conversations with the market since there’s not much to lose. But look and the most innovative leaders and companies and you’ll see that they continually engage customers to help them reinvent their offerings and their organizations. the fear of rejection).

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2018

Start thinking about opportunities based on insights, customers, markets, and business models. Focus Point #2: Redefine your future and get there first – resist the temptation to chase others in pursuit of their future as already defined by them. Now that the thinking and planning has been done, it’s time to start doing.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 10, 2011

Agility, innovation, disruption, fluidity, decisiveness, commitment, and above all else a bias toward action will lead to the creation of change. If your entity doesn’t innovate and change in accordance with market driven needs and demands it will fail…it’s just that simple. The Critic …The Critic opposes any and all change.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Don’t utilize your competitions practices, but rather innovate around them and improve upon them to create an advantage that can be leveraged in the market. Innovation, improvements, or these 'Next' Practices should be looked at in all facets of your business value proposition, your core. Thank you again!

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2010

They resist at all costs letting that dreaded public display of compassion slip out. People’s resistance to display compassion, other than to family and friends, is what makes it so complex. I don’t know anyone whose been on the receiving end of authentic and appropriate love and compassion that has a distaste for it.

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LDRLB

OCTOBER 4, 2011

I’ve just finished reading another good article about an innovator’s need to open the mind. Articles like these always make me wonder: Doesn’t the other 95% of the business need to innovate, too? Their reactivity drags down whatever innovations do arise, and it’s really too bad.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 18, 2013

The same goes for your print collateral, which despite the digital takeover still has a place in modern marketing. I’m sure we could all go without hearing the word “innovator” for a few years, but anyone who is spending money (antique collectors exempt) is also seeking the “latest, greatest.”.

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LDRLB

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

Could we be overlooking – even resisting – one of the most essential catalysts of personal and business breakthroughs? Could we be ignoring the most fundamental tool that anyone can use to create disruptive innovation and change? Cook dismissed his own market data for over a year. Surprise is the enemy.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

When approached with rigor and foresight, a leadership change can strengthen confidence among investors, reassure stakeholders, enhance market credibility, and set a clear path for sustained growth. For enduring success, this framework must incorporate elements that foster continuity and innovation.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Organizations frequently face unexpected leadership departures, mergers, market disruptions, or strategic shifts that demand immediate, expert intervention. Fresh Perspectives and Innovation: Their external viewpoint allows them to offer unbiased insights and innovative solutions that internal teams might overlook due to established routines.

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Lead from Within

AUGUST 27, 2024

Resistance to Change: In today’s fast-paced market, adaptability is key. Leaders who resist change and cling to outdated methods hinder their organization’s ability to stay competitive. This rigidity can prevent a company from innovating and responding effectively to new challenges.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 21, 2011

While entrepreneurs are clearly talented innovators and visionaries, most first time entrepreneurs don’t have prior experience as a CEO. link] ATIG Dear Mike, Reasonably at the crucial moment, We can’t resist and reject that process. That’s about it. link] Mike Myatt Thanks Dan…Have a great weekend Sir.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 11, 2010

Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? I Think Not. Whos Reading N2growth Twitter Updates mikemyatt: Poor work requries a lot of explanation beca.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

Resist the temptation to give way to emotional decisioning and you’ll see your career and company soar to new heights of success. Great CEOs lead by example…they set the tone for others in the organization by demonstrating proactive, rational, logical and balanced thinking as opposed reactionary emotional thinking. I Think Not.

Blog 419

Blog Leadership Emotional Intelligence Brand 419

LDRLB

OCTOBER 4, 2011

I’ve just finished reading another good article about an innovator’s need to open the mind. Articles like these always make me wonder: Doesn’t the other 95% of the business need to innovate, too? Their reactivity drags down whatever innovations do arise, and it’s really too bad.

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Wilde Innovation Resistance Leadership 90

Great Leadership By Dan

MAY 14, 2020

Guest post from Sean Pillot de Chenecey : Innovation, on which any organisation is so reliant, is about to become more dynamic and challenging than ever. Major action is needed, with businesses in every industry, including the ever-widening area of innovation, having crucial roles to play.

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Tanveer Naseer

DECEMBER 13, 2011

Unfortunately, such responses can also inhibit your employees’ sense of creativity and with it, your organization’s ability to innovate if the motivation behind this resistance is based on factors other than ensuring the collective success of your team. Is your resistance due to the blind spots in your leadership?

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2010

With the plethora of reading material on the market today it is not a simple thing to make sure that you’re covering all the bases in a time efficient fashion. link] Diploma in Digital Marketing Qualification – MMC Learning | Digital Marketing [.] link] mikemyatt One of my favorite Churchill quotes (of which I have many).

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Vrio Corp has been committed to following market trends and increasing its value proposition through transformation: investing in technology and content aligned with the consumers’ habits, emphasizing the next generation. Daniel Roldán Chiffoleau is the Chief Transformation Officer at DirecTV Latin America (Vrio Corp.),

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Mills Scofield

JUNE 5, 2013

15% of the revenues from Mrked goes to teach young girls in emerging markets how to read. The idea of creating quality tech accessories came from fellow founder Safin Maknojia after he expressed his frustration with the accessories he saw in the market. My nice blue Mrked case is the brainchild of 3 kids - yup, kids.

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