Leading Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2024

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in December 2024 curated just for you. Momentum : How to Avoid Going in the Wrong Direction: Maximize Clarity, Manage Distractions, and Minimize Resistance by Sam Silverstein Momentum is magnetic. Be sure to check out the other great titles being offered this month.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 1, 2025

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in March 2025 curated just for you. You're the Boss : Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need) by Sabina Nawaz as our job expands, the added pressure to perform corrupts our actions, and our increased power will blind us to the impact of those actions.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

Assessments have emerged as an indispensable instrument in leadership development, serving as both a mirror that reveals areas of growth and a lens that illuminates hidden potential. Our work at N2Growth reveals that executives who embrace consistent, candid feedback see a marked improvement in their leadership trajectory.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in November 2024 curated just for you. In the context of a world in flux and polycrisis, our diversity is a powerful force multiplier for good, if we debunk the stereotypes and know how to unlock it. Be sure to check out the other great titles being offered this month.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Many leaders focus on giving answers, yet the most profound leadership moments come from asking the right questions. Leadership transforms when you master the art of inquiry—pushing beyond surface conversations to uncover deeper truths. As a leadership coach, I’ve guided leaders through these five powerful questions.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 1, 2025

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in April 2025 curated just for you. The Psychology of Leadership : Timeless principles to perfect your leadership of individuals, teams and yourself! Bridbord emphasizes the importance of micro-moments in leadership to spark significant improvements.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 31, 2025

You have more power to shape this relationship than you think. Try this simple yet powerful phrase: “I’m curious how this looks from your perspective.” 7 from Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict , shifts the focus from judgment to curiosity. ” This phrase, inspired by G.O.A.T. #7

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Great Results Team Building

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

I’m excited to share this impressive collection of 21 articles submitted by world-class authors and leadership experts on the topics of communication , development , leadership , team building , and engagement. What are some ways you’ve seen thoughtfulness improve leadership in your own experiences?

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 18, 2024

For Problems:] Discuss and Choose an Appropriate Solution Schedule the Finish Bonus: Equip Your Team with Powerful Phrases to Resolve Conflict Together Team Conflict is Unavoidable Early in my (David’s) career, my boss Jim, the Executive Vice President, took me to lunch at a popular spot for business meetings with a bustling dining room.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Leadership fears can significantly hinder an individual’s ability to lead effectively. Here is what you can do as a leader about your fears: Embracing Imperfection: The Power of Vulnerability Leaders often fear showing vulnerability, believing it to be a sign of weakness.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 22, 2025

It uncovers profound insights into the structural and functional challenges organizations encounter, offering a transformative lens for leadership in this era of complexity. To thrive, leaders must embrace a new paradigm that prioritizes the power of connections. Networks are simple in structure yet extraordinarily powerful.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Unexpected changes and challenges are inevitable in leadership. Learn how to shift from resistance to adaptability using the power of “Yes, and.” 18:57] – The Surprising Power of Asking the Right Questions When an employee proposes an idea that doesnt align with priorities, dont shut it down.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 13, 2025

Its called Reflect to Connect, and its one of the most powerful tools you can add to your leadership toolkit to build stronger relationships at work. In fact, it is one of our twelve GOAT (Greatest of All Time) powerful phrases for dealing with workplace conflict. Thats the power of Reflect to Connect. Take a breath.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Why 5×5 Communication Works When we first explain 5×5 communication to new managers, sometimes they reply, Do I really need to say something five times? Emotion Emotion has a powerful effect on memory. The manager asks the team member to describe the change in their own words and ask any questions they have.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Source: The Power of Simplicity: A Management Guide to Cutting Through the Nonsense and Doing Things Right II. Insecure managers create complexity. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MAY 2, 2022

As organizations flatten and people continue to work remotely, it will take more than an executive sponsor to ensure your leadership development sticks. The Power of Leaders as Coaches. If your Sales SVP thinks your leadership development program is a distraction, your sales managers will show up late and multi-task.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

We can’t have resilient leadership without deliberate and sustained rethinking.” The question leaders must now ask is, “Does our leadership deliver nutritional value through how we honor the past, define the present, and champion the future?” Embracing AI is a leadership priority but with a human-centric approach.

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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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Leading Blog

JANUARY 31, 2025

Minimum Levels of Stress by @morganhousel Thinking of Managing? Leaders Solve Problems by @KevinPaulScott How Do I Grow via @LeadershipMain by James Albright 3 Expressions Leaders Must Pay Attention To by @JosephLalonde Leadership 2025: Three Priorities You Cant Ignore in the New Year by @Julie_WG What If I told You That You Could.?

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

In our leadership programs, we always recommend facing difficult conversations with confidence and humility. The most powerful way to gain the confidence to say no at work is to be crystal clear about what matters most. Other powerful phrases to say yes… and. Know when your “know” means you should say no.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 13, 2023

And today, when our manager asked us for our ideas, that credit stealer immediately chimed in and shared MY idea as if it were her own. What was really interesting is most of these managers responded incredibly well, with an apology and a sincere effort to make it right. I wonder how many times she’s done that?

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Source: Management Challenges for the 21st Century * * * Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Every management choice, Job offer, or new applicant can appear both appealing and unappealing. Every management choice, Job offer, or new applicant can appear both appealing and unappealing. Every deal is both good and bad.

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CEO Insider

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

“Being powerful is like being a lady. If you have to tell people you are, you aren’t.” ” – Margaret Thatcher.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JUNE 13, 2022

Most managers will say they want those outcomes and that they believe in an empowered team, but unintentionally prevent their teams from doing their best. Even the core meaning of the word (to give power) is challenging. One Big Reason Managers Disempower Their Team. Some managers over-rely on one type of support.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

I N Power to the Middle: Why Managers Hold the Keys to the Future of Work , authors Bill Schaninger, Bryan Hancock, and Emily Field contend that middle managers are crucial to the new world of work. They came to realize that they needed middle managers more than ever. They can inform all three in return.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Michael Doctoroff on conflict: Conflicts, when properly controlled and resolved, can be a powerful tool for developing creative business plans and objectives. Source: Synergistic Management: Creating the Climate for Superior Performance II.

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Rich Gee Group

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Yet he had a powerful guiding principle: “We are willing to be misunderstood for long periods of time.” Embracing the Power of Customer-Centric Innovation At the core of Amazon’s reinvention was a focus on the customer. It’s this kind of leadership that transforms companies, reinvents industries, and, ultimately, changes the world.

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Rich Gee Group

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The Hard Truth About Leadership (That No One Tells You) You read the books. You even tried that "power pose" in the mirror before a big meeting (don't worry, we won't tell). But somehow, despite all the leadership advice, you still feel like you're fighting uphill when leading your team. Listen to the interview. Sound familiar?

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

In this episode, Julie Winkle Giulioni, author of Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go: Career Conversations Organizations Need and Employees Want , unpacks how you can make career development a natural part of your leadership style, even with a packed schedule. Help leaders manage their time while still investing in their people.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Despite its perceived importance, for the most part, companies have a miserable track record when it comes to managing their people. Companies consistently get culture wrong because they go about assessing it, and attempting to manage it from the top-down, not the bottom-up. But what does this mean?

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Skip Prichard

JANUARY 13, 2025

leadership that listens Weve all heard about the importance of understanding people. Kranzs leadership helped ensure the safe return of the Apollo 13 crew. “Leadership isnt about giving orders. ” leadership lessons from the everyday Imagine leading a team project with a tight deadline.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in September 2024 curated just for you. The Journey of Leadership brings the experience of one of the world’s most influential consulting firms right to your fingertips. Be sure to check out the other great titles being offered this month.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

At N2Growth , we understand the transformative power of this partnership and its critical importance in navigating the complexities of the modern business environment. 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

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. Addressing these challenges requires strategic planning and effective management.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Unleashing Potential: How Entrepreneur Coaching Drives Growth Entrepreneurial coaching has become a powerful growth driver, helping aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs unlock their full potential. Developing Leadership Competencies: Entrepreneurs aren’t born leaders—they grow into the role.

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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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