N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Effective leadership development fosters adaptability, resilience, and long-term organizational success. It provides a more nuanced and modern understanding of leadership dynamics that aligns with the current need for agility and transformation. Administrator: Focuses on structure, rules, and operational efficiency.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 10, 2021

If you’re looking to have a better relationship with your manager, start here. “Hi Karin, I’ve been applying a lot of the tools and techniques I’ve learned in your leadership development program, and I’m getting some nice momentum. 6 Ways to Build a Better Relationship with Your Manager.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 19, 2021

Your Favorite Leadership Blog Posts So Far This Year. One of the interesting parts of being regular leadership writers (we’ve been blogging here at Let’s Grow Leaders since 2012), is to see which of our leadership blog posts resonate the most with our readers and why. We would love to hear from you. Read more here.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 16, 2021

Who you promote into leadership sends a clear message of what matters most in your culture and business. In this episode, you’ll get two essential criteria to examine when considering who you promote into a leadership role. How to Choose Who You Promote Into Leadership. How to Choose Who You Promote Into Leadership.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Leadership growth requires feedback and continual learning. And your influence will grow too if you invest in your leadership growth. Another time, we were working with an organization’s managers and having them rate the leadership behavior where they felt the most need to improve. Invest in Your Leadership Growth.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 10, 2022

What’s your most valuable leadership practice? At the start of our work together, we’ll ask leaders and managers around the world for their most valuable leadership practice. But What’s the MOST Valuable Leadership Practice? What’s the most valuable leadership practice? It’s not flashy or charismatic.

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Lead from Within

JULY 3, 2024

Creating a leadership development plan is a critical step in forging a successful career path. A McKinsey study reveals that 70% of employees who received effective leadership training improved their job performance. Assess Your Current Leadership Skills: Begin with self-assessment.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Effective leadership is vital in finance and is crucial in guiding organizations toward success in a rapidly changing business landscape. Navigating complex financial markets, making informed decisions, and driving profitability requires strong leadership that inspires and motivates teams to achieve their goals.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The Role of High-Impact Performance Coaching in Leadership Development of Executives Performance coaching is pivotal in developing executive leaders in today’s dynamic business environment. One of the key benefits of performance coaching for executive development is the opportunity for self-reflection and self-discovery.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Evaluating founding and leadership teams of portfolio companies and acquisition targets has become crucial for investment and operating partners. As businesses grow and adapt to shifting market demands, the strength of the leadership team often dictates a company’s ability to scale and succeed.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MAY 21, 2023

My Feedback Isn’t Working…Performance Management for Repeat Issues You take performance management seriously. askingforafriend Human-centered performance management means giving meaningful feedback that reinforces clear expectations and gives space for emotions, support, and reflection. What can I do?

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 7, 2021

How To Get Better at Managing Up (Even With the Tough Feedback). Karin, I want to get better at managing up. Or, it could be they’ve not received the leadership training or 360 feedback t hey need to improve. If you want to have more influence managing up, take it offline. But it’s hard. And, I’m scared.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Your Favorite Leadership Articles of the Year. Every year we take a really close look at our human-centered, practical leadership content that is resonating with you. These are your favorite leadership articles of 2021 based on views and shares. What leadership articles would you like us to write about more in the coming year?

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The Strategic Advantage of Executive Leadership Team Evaluations & Assessments Executive leadership team evaluations provide a critical strategic advantage for organizations. Through a comprehensive evaluation process, executive leadership teams gain a better understanding of their strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.

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Great Results Team Building

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The best leaders and managers understand that investing in a leadership coach is essential for achieving clarity and improved performance. As a manager or leader, your ultimate goal is to drive your team towards success. Coaches provide insights and techniques for optimal resource management.

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Lead from Within

JULY 9, 2024

Teaching leadership to new managers is crucial for the sustainability and growth of any organization. This highlights the necessity of effective leadership development programs. Proper training can equip new managers with the skills they need to lead teams successfully.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Overcoming an Outdated Leadership Brand. You’ve worked hard to build your leadership brand, but the negative perceptions linger. You can improve your reputation and your leadership brand with this proactive approach. What is a leadership brand? Imagine a meme or a billboard on the highway describing your leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

They understand the unique pressures and demands of leadership positions and can provide tailored guidance to help executives develop the skills and competencies needed to succeed. Another significant benefit of board advisor coaching is the development of strategic thinking skills.

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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. The Evolving Landscape of Inclusive Leadership The connection between inclusive leadership and enhanced business performance is more evident than ever.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2022

For that, executives can partner with an experienced leadership team coach. One Stanford study demonstrated that while about 75% of CEOs say they don’t receive any leadership advice, almost 100% of CEOs want this advice and welcome coaching. What is leadership performance coaching? What does a good leadership coach do?

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Leadership transitions can pose a major challenge to any organization, especially in a turbulent environment. This volatility disrupts normal business functioning and poses significant challenges to leadership continuity. Foresight and proactive management must command the planning process.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 14, 2023

Hi Karin, We just completed our leadership development program, and we’re feeling really good about how we’ve been applying what we’ve learned along the way. The leader-led Challenge and Support groups have been so helpful as we’ve worked to implement what we learned in our leadership training.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

The Rising Influence of Artificial Intelligence in Leadership Development The trends around executive coaching are evolving rapidly in 2024, thanks to the ever-increasing influence of Artificial Intelligence. Of course, in-person leadership development is still an option, too.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

Understanding the Future of Executive Development The roles within senior leadership are evolving swiftly, and so too must the models in place to prepare future captains of industry. As industries continue to advance rapidly, executive development and leadership training have become increasingly important.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Have a meeting for more bandwidth and speed Recently we were delivering a leadership development program when Annia, a senior leader in the firm, raised her hand and addressed the room: “I’ve noticed that many of us quickly send an email rather […].

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Understanding and Leveraging Executive Strengths In the realm of organizational growth, executive assessments stand as a cornerstone for identifying and nurturing leadership talent. This process is instrumental in pinpointing leadership strengths, critical for making strategic decisions in executive placements and development programs.

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Leadership Freak

AUGUST 8, 2024

Life requires management. Self-management is managing personal energy. Read this post to discover 12 secrets to self-management. What are you self-management strategies? Spontaneous living ends in disaster. Fulfillment follows intention.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 21, 2023

AskingForaFriend This fantastic question came in during one of our recent leadership development programs. Not modeling the way I can’t tell you how often someone in our leadership programs raises their hand and says, “This is fantastic! Three Mistakes that Will Sabotage Growing Leaders 1. Have you taught my boss?

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Once my leadership blog started gaining traction, I began paying attention to who else was in this human centered leadership space. I reached out to every leadership blogger I could– talking with them about their approach, their challenges, and most importantly, what they were doing that led to success.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Overall, virtual executive coaching empowers leaders to enhance their leadership skills and significantly impact their organizations. Virtual coaching allows executives to tap into the expertise of top leadership advisors, regardless of geographical boundaries.

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Lead from Within

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

As an experienced leadership coach, I’ve witnessed firsthand the challenges leaders face when implementing changes. Through my work, I’ve developed a comprehensive approach to managing resistance and ensuring a smoother transition to new leadership practices. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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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. This ability to deliver immediate, impactful results makes interim management indispensable in uncertain times.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Leadership fears can significantly hinder an individual’s ability to lead effectively. As an executive coach, I help leaders transform their fears into strengths by creating a safe space for exploring anxieties and developing personalized strategies. Overcoming leadership fears requires innovative and personalized approaches.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 24, 2022

They earned their reputation as a courageous manager one small daring moment at a time—small micro-moments of courage that led to better performance and deeper trust. Courageous managers will tell you their truth , even if it’s hard to hear. We often include these DIY 360s in our leadership development programs.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 5, 2021

Recently we’ve had several clients ask us to help their managers get better at delegation. So we’ve created this delegation decision-making tool (we call it the strategic empowerment tool) and incorporated it into many of our leadership development programs. How to Do I Empower My Team By Delegating Well?

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Leadership Freak

AUGUST 29, 2024

Time management is self-management. Your time belongs to you. You might sell it, use it for yourself, or even squander it. Often, you give it to time vampires without realizing it. This post explains 7 simple ways to slay time vampires today. Read this post to get a grip on time.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Your leadership development (or any type of training) should be practical, focused on your business, […]. Make Training Work by Involving Leaders at Every Level Do you get frustrated with training that wastes time and money, but doesn’t change behavior? Yeah, us too.

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