N2Growth Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

A learning organization fosters ongoing learning, innovation, and improvement among its members. Mentoring Programs: Pairing experienced employees with newcomers facilitates knowledge transfer and professional development. Hackathons and Innovation Labs: These opportunities allow employees to test new ideas.

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Lead from Within

OCTOBER 31, 2024

However, with strategic actions and innovative approaches, leaders can turn things around. My approach includes thorough organizational assessments, equipping leaders with tools to foster a supportive and positive environment, and guiding the implementation of innovative morale-boosting practices.

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Rich Gee Group

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Maybe it was a mentor who gave you that critical piece of advice. Take Action Start Mentoring Someone - Find someone you can help. Collaboration breeds innovation. The Myth of the Lone Wolf Let’s get real. Every entrepreneur, every executive, every so-called “self-made millionaire” had help. Success is a team sport, period.

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QAspire

JULY 18, 2024

Unlocking tacit knowledge is how organizations break past their internal barriers to improve and innovate. A facilitative leader creates conversational spaces , remains curious about what people learn and bring that knowledge into improvements and innovative ideas. How to connect seemingly discrete dots?

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 19, 2024

When I looked back into history to track the origins of some of the everyday innovations we take for granted today, I found that every inventor tended to embody some or all of these same traits. Historically, successful inventions have always been about personal initiative combined with support — a backer, a mentor, a sponsor.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 27, 2014

Bell is a senior partner with The Chip Bell Group in Dallas, Texas, a renowned keynote speaker, and the author of several best-selling books including "Managers as Mentors." Read more… Author information Chip Bell Chip R. He was a founder and past president of the Charlotte Area ASTD Chapter in the early 1970s.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

What I discovered was a community of like-minded individuals—colleagues, mentors, and new partners—who believed in the business as much as I did. I began to reach out and seek out others who shared my vision and were willing to join me on this journey. Together, we formed a team that was not just capable but passionate and committed.

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The Horizons Tracker

JANUARY 20, 2021

Mentoring is widely lauded for the benefits it can provide to mentees, but new research from Concordia University reminds us that it also brings significant benefits to mentors too. The authors highlight that whereas the traditional view of mentoring has meant that most attention has been given to the mentee rather than the mentor.

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QAspire

MAY 13, 2021

Bell in 2013 when they released their book Managers as Mentors. Effective mentoring is a great way to elevate capabilities of people. How does one approach mentoring when working in a hyper-competitive business environment where speed and results take up precedence? What is your #1 tip if I am looking for a mentor?

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The pace of change is relentless, so those who stay curious and open to new knowledge will be better equipped to adapt and innovate. They should understand how to leverage technology to drive innovation and efficiency. Leaders who prioritize these values will lead teams that are more creative, innovative, and engaged.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Mentoring is a time-honored approach to help people in their careers, but research from Harvard Business School argues that it often fails to hit the mark. The study found that new hires who received effective mentoring were able to outperform their non-mentored peers by 18%. Making mentoring work. A mentoring boost.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 24, 2024

While many executives pride themselves on self-reliance, this mindset can limit innovation, slow decision-making, and increase strategic risk. Despite their professional achievements, 76% of executives admit they rarely seek assistance from colleagues or mentors.

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 1, 2021

Mentoring is increasingly common in various walks of life, but success rates vary. Recent research from the University of Wisconsin–Madison highlights how important it is for mentoring relationships to be culturally aware to ensure that underrepresented groups get the most out of the mentoring process. Differing beliefs.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 1, 2024

Co-Intelligence : Living and Working with AI by Ethan Mollick Something new entered our world in November 2022 — the first general purpose AI that could pass for a human and do the kinds of creative, innovative work that only humans could do previously. Why is having a mentor crucial to success?

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

For enduring success, this framework must incorporate elements that foster continuity and innovation. Such a systematized approach ensures that leadership capacity is consistently nurtured, not only at the apex of the organization but throughout its talent pipeline.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2011

Don’t train leaders, coach them, mentor them, disciple them, and develop them, but please don’t attempt to train them. Training maintains status quo – Development catalyzes innovation. If you’re seeking innovative, critical thinkers – develop them. The Solution. What say you?

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 31, 2017

The word no ends discussions, stifles creativity, kills innovation, impedes learning, and gates initiative. It means you’re not teaching, mentoring, communicating, or leading. Smart leadership creates an environment where yes is not viewed as a weakness, but as an opportunity. No is not all it’s cracked-up to be.

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 27, 2021

A recent study from Concordia University revealed that mentoring often helps the mentor as much as the mentee. This is largely due to the leadership skills the mentors gain through the activity. The authors suggest that the more mentors actually provided mentoring support, the more they saw themselves as leaders.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

By viewing setbacks as valuable lessons rather than shortcomings, leaders can foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Leaders should surround themselves with trusted advisors, coaches, or mentors who can provide perspective, guidance, and support. However, constructive feedback is a powerful tool for growth.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 7, 2024

Typically when we think of mentoring, we see the process as one that sees benefits flow from the wise mentor to their less experienced mentee. Research from Columbia University suggests that mentoring can be just as beneficial to the mentor as it is for the mentee. This then makes the process more enjoyable too.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

As the co-founder of a boutique investment firm with Clayton Christensen, Whitney Johnson came to realize that the frameworks of disruption not only apply to innovation and investing, but to individuals. If you’ve ever wondered how to bridge the diversity gaps in your mentoring relationships, this webinar is for you!

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 24, 2023

Innovative models, digitalization, technologies—these are all important. Mentors are important mostly for lower levels in leading. Becoming teachable and open and being around other great insightful people, including mentors, has helped me tremendously. Mostly it requires that we be more intentional about relationships.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 19, 2024

Some got regular help from volunteer mentors, and others didn’t. The mentors talked to the business owners over the internet and phone, helping them learn how to make their businesses better. When the researchers checked back two years later, they found that the women who had female mentors had much better results.

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Career Advancement

MAY 10, 2021

You’ll never feel fully ready for a new role or more difficult project; there’s a point where you just need to dive in and learn by doing, supported by the mentors you’ve cultivated. Take risks, stepping outside of your comfort zone and proposing innovative ideas that you feel could benefit the company.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 23, 2024

At these companies, the impact is undeniable – teams innovate faster, solve problems more creatively, and drive stronger business results. Mentor Beyond Hierarchy Traditional mentorship often reinforces existing power structures. Companies using skills-based hiring report 50% higher retention rates among diverse employees.

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Great Leadership By Dan

AUGUST 13, 2015

Guest post by Nigel Dessau: I have never met anyone who was successful in life who did not have at least one mentor. Having good mentors indicates that you have a great network—something every 21st century executive and leader should have. However, finding the right mentor can be a challenge. Do you need a(nother) mentor?

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Terry Starbucker

JUNE 16, 2013

“Rejection: Get Used to It” - D’Wayne Edwards , founder, PENSOLE Academy of Footwear Design , who keeps a “rejection wall” to motivate his passion to mentor and teach others to realize their dreams in the footwear design industry.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 1, 2024

By fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence, academic leaders create a dynamic learning environment that prepares students for the ever-changing demands of the modern world. They are accountable for devising and executing policies advocating academic honesty, inclusivity , and innovation.

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Leading Blog

MAY 1, 2023

Focusing on listening, purpose, reverse mentoring, feedback, and how people relate to each other in the workplace, Generation Why provides the essential tools for effectively working with millennials and generation Z and unlocking their full professional potential. Disruption dominates innovation theory and practice.

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The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Talent Shortage in Healthcare The healthcare sector faces a significant talent shortage, particularly in emerging roles that require specialized skills in innovation, commercial strategies, and digital technologies. Offering solutions for hiring, outsourcing, training, retaining talent, and mentoring.

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Michael Lee Stallard

NOVEMBER 23, 2014

Identifies Role Models and Mentors. These leaders also make excellent mentors to managers who need to become leaders. By employing intuition (MBWA) + analytics (employee engagement and strategic alignment surveys), organizations can close the leadership gap to boost productivity, innovation and overall performance.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 31, 2014

Your Leadership Mentor is Not Yoda” (and 5 other Mentoring Myths ) by @WScottCochrane. Why does culture matter to innovation? Hayagreeva Rao and @work_matters: How Do You Scale Excellence? from @stanfordbiz. Graphic: 10 Things You Must Give Up In Order To Move Forward. The Humanity Of Leadership. Self-Control at Work.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 2, 2021

Build an infrastructure for courage and innovation. Each year, I also led a skip-level mentoring circle of high-potential store managers where we worked on real business challenges together. Build an infrastructure for courage and innovation. Of course, as the leader, you want to be a highly visible communicator.

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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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Leading Blog

JUNE 1, 2021

In Be Where Your Feet Are , this CEO of the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils offers his own story of grief and healing, and shares his most valuable lessons in what keeps him present, grounded, and thriving as a father, husband, coach, mentor, and leader. Kotter with Vanessa Akhtar and Gaurav Gupta.

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 8, 2021

To cultivate human connection and a sense of trust, you need to replace bonding activities from office culture with innovative virtual bonding activities. Get your senior staff to mentor junior ones. The mismatch between expectations and reality leads to drain and dissatisfaction from videoconferences, what we call “Zoom fatigue.”

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Innovation Excellence

JUNE 10, 2024

GUEST POST from Greg Satell In 2014, Stephenie Landry was finishing up her one-year stint as Technical Advisor to Jeff Wilke, who oversees Amazon’s worldwide consumer business, which is a mentor program that allows high potential executives to shadow a senior leader and learn first-hand. Her next assignment would define her career.

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