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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Terry Starbucker

AUGUST 4, 2013

“Morale is poor, turnover is high, and our performance has been dismal. ” Leadership has its challenges, and there’s none more daunting than walking into a difficult “turn around” situation. And most importantly, the leader operates with a keen sense of fairness that builds real credibility with the team.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Building on the shoulders of such philosophical giants and the subsequent research over millennia, science has further defined, assessed, and developed the concept of character to apply findings to organizational leadership. The conditions that we thought of as a strength are actually operating like a vice.

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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. A talented but misaligned hire will drain time, resources, and morale. When your leaders grow, your entire organization benefits.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 1, 2024

At the heart of every successful business enterprise is the unmistakable influence of a Chief Operating Officer– they oversee daily operations, improve processes, and promote innovation and transformation. The COO’s influence extends far beyond mere operational management.

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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

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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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 18, 2011

While this sounds simple enough at face value, I have consistently found that one of the most often overlooked leadership attributes is that of a positive attitude. If you struggle with recruiting, team building, and leadership development you likely have a bad attitude. The simple answer is that you can’t…it just won’t work.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 13, 2014

Webster’s New World Dictionary gives two definitions of “integrity”: the first is the quality or state of being complete or whole; the second is being of sound moral principle. Most of us define it as the latter – that is, being of sound moral principle, viewing it as a virtue or character strength. Follow me on Twitter @GrantWattie.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Understanding the Evolving Role of a Chief Operating Officer In the ever-evolving world of business, the role of a Chief Operating Officer (COO) is undergoing numerous transformations. Their role expands beyond mere efficient operations, reaching into complex problem-solving, organizational design, and corporate transformation.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 7, 2012

Gayle Beebe has written a book on how effective and moral leaders develop and more importantly, how they must continue to develop. He writes in The Shaping of an Effective Leader : Our understanding of leadership does not come to us all at once. Leadership development is a process. Eventually they become leaders in title only.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 6, 2023

When you can embrace effective leadership strategy and tactics, they will work together to help you, your team, and your organization thrive. But we’re gonna start with a conversation about strategy and tactics, because leaders and managers can often struggle with the difference between strategy and tactics or vision and operations.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Their leadership ensures the organization is ready to meet challenges and thrive. This cultural impact goes beyond just employee morale; it touches consumers, partners, and shareholders, shaping the company’s image and bottom line. A negative environment affects daily operations and hampers long-term growth and success.

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Terry Starbucker

DECEMBER 30, 2012

The team didn’t live up to its expectations, and your operating division is going to miss its budget target. When I was first starting out on my leadership path, I was having a discussion with my boss about some performance deficiencies at one of our subsidiary companies. You’ve had a difficult year.

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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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Leading Blog

MARCH 8, 2019

A FTER 18 YEARS on the MIT faculty, I thought I knew a thing or two about leadership. That position humbled me and taught me lessons about leadership that I still use today, some 20 years later. Well, one collective deficit could, and did: The lack of effective leadership. Morale sunk, and our productivity did, too.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 23, 2013

By John Baldoni , Chair, Leadership Development, N2growth. Tolkein’s Lord of the Rings trilogy when we see characters who find themselves in difficulty because they have strayed from their moral center. Beware of bright shiny objects! That could be a lesson contained in J.R.R.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Welcome to the November 2020 Leadership Development Carnival! We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. Bill Treasurer of Giant Leap Consulting shared 5 Leadership Lessons from Powerful Women.

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Leading Blog

MAY 21, 2021

B USINESS is not a discipline, but an endeavor made up of disciplines such as accounting, communications, economics, finance, leadership, management, marketing, operations, psychology, sociology, and strategy. Lesson: Moral Hazard.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 15, 2024

In every forward-thinking organization, the need for thoughtful planning around key leadership roles is undeniable. This process allows organizations to be prepared for both expected and unexpected leadership changes by identifying and nurturing potential leaders who can step into critical roles when the time comes.

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Great Leadership By Dan

DECEMBER 11, 2018

If this premise and the figures above are accepted it would suggest that only 10% of team leaders are high performing, enabling their teams, whilst 40% of leaders are failing in their leadership tasks, whilst the remaining 50% are barely holding in there! Sounds complicated? Not really. Are you leading your team with the appropriate style?

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 31, 2020

Here are a selection of tweets from January 2020 that you don't want to miss: Teaching By Heart: A Guide For Great #Leadership This It is a remarkable book and a perfect means to refocus your leadership development this year. Here @JamesStrock interviews @Tom_Peters on leadership and other things that matter.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 5, 2010

That said, buckle-up and join me for a ride as we journey into the politically incorrect mind of Mike Myatt… The institutionalization of “Politically Correct Thinking&# in the corporate world has done more to harm operating businesses than just about any other social and/or cultural influence in recent times. How sad is this?

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Welcome to the October 2020 Leadership Development Carnival! We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. Communication. Diana Peterson-More shared Covid Communication: Spread a Little Kindness.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 9, 2022

A COMMAND & CONTROL leadership style comes naturally to us. What has always worked better and is required for successful leadership in this day and age is something Steven M. Covey calls Trust & Inspire leadership. We’re still operating within the same paradigm.” And we resort to it far more than we think.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 13, 2024

The Role of Leadership Training in Enhancing Business Growth Leadership training programs equip individuals with the essential competencies necessary to succeed in today’s business landscape. Effective leadership enhances productivity and creates an environment that fosters growth and expansion.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 2, 2024

This isn’t just a one-dimensional task; it’s a dynamic process that involves both identifying promising candidates and preparing them for future leadership roles. Companies achieve this through leadership development programs , mentorships, and hands-on experiences that mold individuals into well-rounded leaders.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2010

Let me be clear: leadership and diversity should have nothing to do with one another. This blog was recently nominated for Kevin Eikenberry’s Best Leadership Blogs of 2010 , and I noticed recently that Kevin was taking heat from the gender police for having only one woman on the list of nominees.

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Lead on Purpose

NOVEMBER 10, 2012

Throughout the ages, leaders and followers alike have wondered whether the process of leadership depends on inborn traits or whether it can be taught. Still, some people who strive for leadership never quite achieve it. Leadership skills can be taught. What is different about strategic leadership?

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

This kind of foresight fosters an environment where leadership changes aren’t disruptions—they’re opportunities for renewal and growth. It ensures that businesses remain steady and continue to thrive, even when leadership changes unexpectedly. The magic happens where succession planning meets this roadmap.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Welcome to the November Leadership Development Carnival. We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, customer service, development, engagement, and more. Steve Digioia of Steve Digioia provided Leadership Series: Ron Kaufman. Communication. shared Work is Broken.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 12, 2024

Understanding the Link between Leadership Transition and Organizational Culture Leadership transition inevitably influences organizational culture. Preserving the coherence of organizational culture during leadership transitions remains paramount.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 23, 2021

Of course, leadership is not about being liked. Your behavior is sabotaging your leadership influence. We all have blind spots and opportunities to improve our leadership and gain respect. The Associate Director of Operations on the team, “Greg” was an absolute rock star and was the obvious successor for that role.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 9, 2021

They call it the CEO test because the intensity and consequences of these challenges grow as you move into higher levels of leadership. They believe that “to succeed in a leadership role, you have to achieve a certain threshold level of proficiency in each of the skills” highlighted in these seven tests.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Of course, you know that leadership is not who likes you. Your behavior is sabotaging your leadership influence. We all have blind spots and opportunities to improve our leadership and gain respect. 3 Ways to Build Deeper Influence and Connection. 3 Reasons Your Team Might Not Like You (and What to Do Next).

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 18, 2024

Cross cultural leadership to build better teams Cross cultural leadership is a fantastic chance to broaden your impact and develop teams that excel in performance and innovative problem-solving. It was an early lesson in cross cultural leadership, and I am so grateful for Jack having that conversation with me.

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Terry Starbucker

NOVEMBER 20, 2016

Unrealistic budgets and operational goals are morale (and job) killers. 3) Dream and Goal set realistically in a 12-24 month window, and, this is very important: If you hit them, raise the bar quickly. 3) Dream and Goal set realistically in a 12-24 month window, and, this is very important: If you hit them, raise the bar quickly.

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