N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

The importance of this role in high-performing organizations cannot be overstated: research from various organizational studies shows that effective operations leadership is one of the most reliable predictors of sustained performance and competitive advantage in business.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

At N2Growth , we recognize the transformative impact that strategic leadership in this position can have. This comprehensive guide explores the multifaceted responsibilities of this executive role, the critical importance of strategic leadership, and how to effectively navigate the complexities of recruiting for this pivotal position.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 2, 2024

Navigating the complexities of leadership and management styles requires more than conventional wisdom; it requires a deep understanding of how different management styles impact an organization. Ichak Adizes provides a valuable framework that categorizes leadership into four distinct styles, each with unique strengths.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 5, 2022

How to Avoid the Most Common Mistakes New Managers Make. So many new managers don’t receive the training or skills they need to be effective, lead their teams, and achieve meaningful results. Here are the common mistakes new managers make: Avoid Accountability Conversations. 10 Mistakes New Managers Make. Be a Push Over.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Understanding the Evolving Roles of Chief Marketing and Chief Digital Officers In today’s interconnected marketplace, the role of the CMO extends far beyond traditional advertising and brand management. Their leadership is crucial in ensuring the organization remains agile and responsive in an era of constant technological change.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The Importance of Executive Management Coaching Today The importance of executive management coaching in today’s volatile business environment cannot be overstated. As companies strive to stay ahead of the curve and maintain a competitive edge, the need for effective leadership at the executive level becomes paramount.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Leadership capabilities are paramount, as the CDO must inspire and guide teams through transformative changes. The capacity to identify potential disruptions and utilize digital tools to develop solutions is a hallmark of effective digital leadership. This includes fostering a culture that values innovation and agility.

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Sales Wolf Blog

JANUARY 11, 2025

Mindset - how a person thinks - what they value - how they view the world around them - how they do the work - belief in the mission - belief in their team and leadership form the foundation of performance. Develop the Mindset of Leaders, Not Managers Scaling your business requires leaders, not task managers.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 1, 2025

Furthermore, when organizations promote star performers into people management, they create a perfect storm where technical expertise collides with human complexity. As a globally recognized executive leadership coach, I transform organizational excellence through pioneering partnerships with C-suite leaders.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Although their missions and objectives differ significantly from the for-profit sector, the challenge of securing exceptional leadership is no less demandingindeed, it can be more complex. A core consideration is the emphasis on mission-driven leadership.

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Terry Starbucker

NOVEMBER 27, 2011

Write Down Your “Rules of The Road” – This is another “put it on paper” exercise; 7-10 personal rules to guide your leadership and your life going forward. In my case, there were 4 : Quality, Service, Leadership, and Accountability. It’s a very powerful exercise well worth doing. And guess what?

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2024

This multifaceted role requires rapid decision-making and strong leadership capabilities, enabling the COO to manage day-to-day activities while enhancing operational efficiency effectively. This ensures a robust alignment between the candidate’s leadership style and the company’s strategic objectives.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 31, 2011

Even though time is a key success metric, I am always amazed at how many leaders don’t manage it as such. The first step in making the most out of your time begins with the understanding that time itself is a key success metric. Using yes or no improperly simply because it’s the easy thing to do is not good leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Understanding the Criticality of Leadership Transition in 2025 CEO succession represents one of the most consequential inflection points in an organizations lifecycle. Conversely, poorly managed transitions invite uncertainty that can erode employee morale, undermine client trust, and weaken competitive advantage.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 7, 2025

The gap in your leadership style is costing your organization millions in lost talent and unrealized potential.Recent Deloitte analysis reveals 82% of senior executives overestimate their leadership capabilities, while only 34% of their direct reports rate them as highly effective.

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Michael Lee Stallard

NOVEMBER 23, 2014

Tom Peters and Robert Waterman called it “management by wandering around” or “MBWA” in their classic book In Search of Excellence. In every instance, however, I observed several managers in their organizations who were masters at kissing up and kicking down. In effect, these organizations experienced a leadership gap.

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Terry Starbucker

FEBRUARY 17, 2013

How do you know when your leadership is making a difference? As we move forward on our leadership journeys, there are lots of clues out there that can let us know how we’re doing, but there are 10 in particular that you should focus on.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Many people think leadership in the AI era is all about understanding technology or staying up to date with trends. My research reveals organizations implementing these advanced leadership frameworks achieve 43% higher performance metrics across key indicators. Embrace them, and lead with purpose and vision. #1

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

FACT : Leaders who lack emotional control won’t remain in a position of leadership for long. FACT : Leaders who lack emotional control won’t remain in a position of leadership for long. There has been no shortage of information published on the topic of Emotional IQ or what’s referred to as EQ in recent years.

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Terry Starbucker

APRIL 20, 2014

“This (leadership) really is hard to learn. On the latest edition of the More Human Podcast , leadership consultant, author and strategist Jeannie Coyle and I tackle a big topic – the essential qualities of leadership: The value of experience in developing great leaders, versus traditional tools and training.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The Importance of Supply Chain Leadership Starts with the Chief Procurement Officer Supply chain leadership plays a pivotal role in driving organizational success and resilience in today’s dynamic business environment. One key reason why robust supply chain leadership is crucial is its impact on cost efficiency and profitability.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 29, 2011

I’ve always said that if you want to learn about leadership talk to someone who has actually led something. Jim Quigley : CEOs today need to model and advocate mutual trust between employees and leadership. One of my main focus areas is to increase my leadership team’s ability to be effective.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 7, 2019

Welcome to the May Leadership Development Carnival. We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, team building, and more. John Spence contributed What Is Your Definition Of Leadership? Your metrics will show. Communication.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Redefining Healthcare Leadership Through Executive Search Within healthcare, success hinges on clinical excellence and the caliber of leadership guiding each organization. Unraveling the Complexity of Healthcare Leadership Recruitment The search for strong healthcare leaders extends beyond standard recruitment methods.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Behind every leadership selection mistake lies an inconvenient truth: organizations consistently misidentify genuine leadership capability. Most organizations evaluate leadership candidates through frameworks that systematically undervalue the most crucial predictors of success. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

The context of leadership has changed, but the fundamentals of leadership have not. It is in this spirit that the authors state, “the best way for any aspiring leader to succeed and to navigate turbulent times is to tune out the noise and refocus on these fundamentals” of leadership. It is still working with people.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 14, 2025

Artificial Intelligence is methodically eliminating leadership positionsand your role could be next. While 68% of executives dismiss AI’s impact, artificial intelligence already executes core management functions with unprecedented efficiency. This deliberate capability building creates irreplaceable leadership value.

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Leading in Context

JANUARY 22, 2020

Employee engagement is a metric that companies are closely watching. Using surveys, levels of participation in programs, and satisfaction reports, companies measure how well they engage those they lead. Butcould this heightened level of watching be part of the problem?

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Terry Starbucker

MAY 19, 2013

4) The right metrics & measurements are set up – Each position needs objectives measure of success, from both a personal, team, and company-wide perspective. Choose them wisely, and keep them to a small and manageable number. Leadership' You’re not saying it enough until you hear “ there he (or she) goes again ”.

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Terry Starbucker

DECEMBER 8, 2013

The “ getting things done ” part of leadership is where the successes get separated from the failures, and oftentimes it doesn’t get the attention that it truly deserves. I break it down to 4 steps: Set up meaningful metrics and measurements, both short-term and long-term, that cascade down the organization.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Robert Kaplan on learning to ask the right questions: “Fortunately, the key to managing and leading your organization and your career does not lie in ‘having all the answers.’ Source: Ideaflow: The Only Business Metric That Matters * * * Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog.

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Terry Starbucker

JULY 29, 2018

This is Part 2 of my journey (in three parts in 3 weeks) to what I consider to be the heart of great More Human leadership – the success trifecta: A successful company, A happy team, And a fulfilled YOU. Choose them wisely, and keep them to a small and manageable number. Let’s talk about metrics. How did I do this?

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Terry Starbucker

MARCH 2, 2014

I’ve done some crazy leadership things, and nearly all of them dovetailed with another love of mine – music. I’ve put on an Elvis costume and belted out “ Suspicious Minds ” at a management dinner (complete with the sideburns and cape). Leadership'

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 26, 2013

By John Baldoni , Chair, Leadership Development, N2growth. Judgment, writes Schumpeter, the business columnist for The Economist, “is too often missing from leadership studies.” The reason is that it is a topic too hard to quantify with metrics but as the Schumpeter column notes, “[J]udgment is what matters most.”

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 21, 2023

If your managers of managers are struggling to hold their teams accountable, dig a level deeper into the root cause This Asking for a Friend question came in from a manager of managers in one of our executive development programs. I’ve got a manager of managers on my team, let’s call her “Sue.”

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Terry Starbucker

MARCH 23, 2014

Did you ever wish you could find a way to tap into the collective wisdom of over 200 CEOs, and find the most powerful leadership lessons? For the past 4 years, Adam has been conducting interviews with chief executives for Corner Office , a great feature about leadership and management in The New York Times. Featured Articles'

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Leading Blog

MARCH 1, 2024

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in March 2024 curated just for you. Bad leadership is a social disease. Leadership from Bad to Worse is, then, a corrective. Managers keep score of a range of business metrics: market share, revenue, profit margin, growth rate.

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