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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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. I NNOVATION has always been important. New technology will change the way we work.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Instead, it has evolved into an indispensable leadership position encompassing digital innovation, organizational change, and business model reinvention. Today, the digital chiefs portfolio extends to orchestrating data-driven strategies, leveraging cloud computing to scale innovation, and architecting robust cybersecurity protocols.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Developing future visionary leaders is essential for sustaining organizational growth and maintaining a competitive edge in dynamic markets. Emerging leaders empower their teams to achieve operational excellence and drive innovation by continuously refining culture, tactics, and strategy.

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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

JUNE 6, 2024

Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement Organizations are increasingly recognizing the importance of evolving into learning organizations to remain competitive and adapt to continuous market changes. A learning organization fosters ongoing learning, innovation, and improvement among its members.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 19, 2024

By utilizing machine learning to streamline processes and leveraging data analytics to gain a deeper understanding of customer behavior, digital tools provide innovative solutions to today’s economic challenges. In addition, the ability to streamline and automate many business processes reduces waste and increases adaptability.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 12, 2024

Innovative Approaches to Green Environmental Performance In pursuing environmental stewardship, businesses invest in innovative strategies to minimize their ecological impact. Green innovation reflects businesses’ ability to adapt to this significant change and strengthen their long-term stability.

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Leading Blog

JULY 25, 2019

Their greatest fear is no longer their closest competitor, but the startups which, although they live in metaphorical garages and have hardly taken off, have an innovation power that established organizations can only dream of possessing. The Three Tracks of Innovation. Optimizing innovation: Improving the past.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

A strong north wind has rapidly shaped the industry’s evolution through innovation. These innovations have revolutionized various industries and have the potential to continue shaping our future. One of the most crucial skills for future tech leaders is adaptability.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 5, 2021

Indian mathematicians invented a system for measuring objects. Arabic mathematicians eventually adopted the system, and it was through them that Europe would eventually learn about the numerical system we still use today. Innovation needs to be consciously thought through and carried out.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Although digitization has a significant catalytic effect on these processes, a successful diversification strategy would still need a solid basis and a set of scalable growth patterns that could apply to target markets. A company with a robust value system that resonates with all employees and customers will draw more people to its product.

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Tanveer Naseer

JANUARY 23, 2018

There’s an entire branch of social science that studies the psychological and physiological effects of humor and laughter on the brain and the immune system— it’s called gelotology. We have witnessed that skilled leaders, those we call “Stand-Up Strategists”, understand the utility of humor to boost innovation. Sources: Beard, A.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

As organizations increasingly rely on technology to drive growth and innovation, the role of digital leaders has become paramount. Digital leadership is not limited to technology-driven companies; businesses across industries recognize the need for influential digital leaders to stay competitive in the market.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 2, 2024

The Creator: Innovators and Visionaries Creators are the pioneers of new ideas and visionary strategies– naturally inclined towards innovation, thinking outside the box, and envisioning future possibilities. Their leadership style is often characterized by: Creativity and Innovation: Generating groundbreaking ideas and solutions.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 27, 2025

In recent years, iRobots Roomba has made significant gains, capturing 20% of the vacuum cleaner market and taking on well-established names like Hoover, Dyson, and Black & Decker. The study focuses on how newer brands can compete with legacy brands in categories where innovation is valued.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 12, 2023

Insights and Strategies for Healthcare Leaders to Drive Innovation, Integration, and Success in a Rapidly Evolving Industry. It refers to the ability of various systems and devices to exchange and interpret data, which is critical in ensuring that patient data can be shared across different healthcare providers and organizations.

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Mike Cardus

JUNE 28, 2020

Innovation, change, the ability to notice patterns, and try unique or novel approaches will continue to be a differentiator in your organization , team, and self. In a recent webinar on change and innovation , I shared processes and ways to support innovation in your work : . Innovation and Overcoming Organizational Stuckness.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 20, 2024

I have spent decades advising CEOs, executives, and senior leadership teams globally in both Fortune 500 companies and emerging market enterprises. It requires creating sophisticated systems that identify potential, nurture growth, and provide meaningful challenges.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 15, 2024

The role of the CTO has been redefined to include strategic planning, spearheading digital transformation, managing cybersecurity, and driving innovation. This expanded role determines an organization’s ability to innovate and maintain a competitive edge.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 1, 2020

Marketers want to change their customers’ minds and leaders want to change organizations. We stay downstream, handling one problem after another, but we never make our way upstream to fix the systems that caused the problems. Create the Future + the Innovation Handbook : Tactics for Disruptive Thinking by Jeremy Gutsche.

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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.” Our systems often provide the inertia to stay on the path and avoid change. “If What to do?

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

A tech-savvy COO doesn’t just drive innovation; they give their company a natural competitive edge, positioning it to lead rather than follow in a rapidly evolving market landscape. With this expertise, companies are better equipped to meet current technological demands while preparing for the future.

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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

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

These Human Resource leaders represent the top 25 human resources leaders shaping careers, culture, and talent at the world’s most innovative people driven companies. While Chief Digital/Technology Officers or Chief Marketing Officers are often tagged with the innovator label, it is the CHRO who is the real innovator in 2020.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 24, 2024

This advanced recruitment methodology involves thoroughly evaluating the market, analyzing the company’s leadership needs, and assessing potential candidates meticulously. It is the process of acquiring top leadership talent that shapes corporate strategy, improves operational efficiency, and drives innovation.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

Emerging Technologies Shaping the Future Emerging tech like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are revolutionizing the digital landscape and already have numerous applications in the market. These technologies are advancing rapidly and redefining the line between human potential and technological innovation.

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 24, 2021

The impact of innovation to improve the profitability of companies is something that has always been assumed, but nonetheless, it’s nice to have some tangible evidence to show it’s the case. They found that the most innovative firms achieved 1.95% higher growth in profitability each year than their less innovative peers.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

That mindset is “about the application of creative thinking and prudent risk-taking to build innovative, long-lasting organizations in any sector of the economy.” Of course, an entrepreneurial leader needs to know about subjects like financial management, competitive strategy, market analysis, and the like. They look beyond their ego.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JANUARY 5, 2017

Through a decade of innovation-training work with global leaders (and in researching my new book, Why Simple Wins ), I’ve identified the unique mindset possessed by leaders who succeed in simplification. These were compiled, reviewed by marketing, and acted upon.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 16, 2024

This requires a thorough understanding of market dynamics, supplier capabilities, and emerging industry trends. The CPO must engage with suppliers to establish mutual trust, foster innovation, and drive continuous improvement. One key aspect that will shape the future of CPOs is the advancement of technology and digitalization.

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Tanveer Naseer

AUGUST 9, 2017

Importance of HR for Business Productivity and Leadership Development As HR professionals, you’re uniquely qualified to help leaders develop the skills, systems and processes required for achieving their own objectives as well as organizational goals. When Kelly is not building campaigns, she is busy creating content and preparing PR topics.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 27, 2020

We need only a computer system to perform tasks that were traditionally performed by human beings, in what is traditionally referred to as weak AI. Its digital systems scale more easily and continue to improve despite the size and complexity of its operation. Change Is No Longer Localized; It Is Systemic.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

This role extends beyond managing hiring and employee development; it requires a comprehensive understanding of the company’s financial health, operational needs, market dynamics, and technological trends. This involves creating effective development programs and performance management systems that align with your company’s goals.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 27, 2020

If the numbers show that your product category isn’t doing as well as it once did in Market Z, is there an emerging opportunity because the market still has potential and competition will be reduced because of this data?”. Within many organizations, highly innovative, potentially game-changing ideas are born regularly.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 6, 2023

When moments of reinvention arrive, innovating the “how” can be overlooked in favor of focusing on the “what.” Transforming a really large entity also means reconciling the pace of change in the market with the rate and pace of change the organization can withstand.” We must give people the tools—the how—to change.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 3, 2017

What segment of the market do they serve? Distribution Costs: How do the distribution and service delivery systems work? By market segment? Liquidity: What will be the immediate impact of an unexpected market downturn or product launch failure? Degree of Systems Integration: How well do the systems interact?

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