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University President Search: Bridging Academic Vision and Operational Reality

N2Growth Blog

The selection and appointment of the president shape the university’s strategic direction and operational realities for years to come, regardless of how many years they serve in the role. Operational realities, on the other hand, pertain to the practical aspects of running an organization of any size.

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New Report Reveals Tech Often Undermines Innovation

The Horizons Tracker

While it may seem intuitive that technology should enable innovation, Cisco’s State of Global Innovation research suggests that the reverse is often the case. It does suggest that technology teams need to do a better job in supporting innovation, however.

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Booking Holdings to Restructure Operations with Job Cuts

HR Digest

As of the end of 2023, Booking Holdings employed about 23,600 people, according to its annual report, which did not provide figures for Booking.com. jump in operating expenses for the third quarter. It was reported earlier this week that Booking has built back up its staffing since pandemic lows. from the end of 2021.

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How Operational Excellence Attracts and Retains Talents

Strategy Driven

Operational Excellence is a systematic approach to improving business processes and performance. Gallup reported that over 50% of employees surveyed in 2015 were not engaged, and 17.2% Employee Empowerment: A core aspect of operational excellence is empowering employees to contribute to continuous improvement.

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Beyond Metrics – Why Human Capital is Key in Founding and Leadership Team Assessments

N2Growth Blog

Evaluating founding and leadership teams of portfolio companies and acquisition targets has become crucial for investment and operating partners. According to Invest Europe’s annual report 2023 , diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have also become critical components of venture capital assessments.

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Inclusive Leadership in 2025: A Strategic Imperative for Growth

N2Growth Blog

At N2Growth, we believe that fostering an inclusive environment is not just ethically sound— it’s a critical driver of innovation and sustainable growth. Organizations that cultivate environments where everyone feels valued and heard are better positioned to foster innovation, boost employee engagement, and inspire loyalty.

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Future Trends in Interim Executive Search: What Leaders Need to Know

N2Growth Blog

A 2024 report from Wiley supports this shift, with 63% of those who received soft skills training reporting a positive impact on their job performance. For instance, an interim CFO is expected not only to manage day-to-day financial operations but also to craft and execute innovative financial strategies to drive growth.

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