N2Growth Blog

JULY 1, 2013

Their leadership both framed the argument for the Revolution and left no doubt to their commitment to that cause. This example teaches a special lesson in leadership. Unless you participate in the process of forming the words, you cede to others the ideas, the emotion, and the arc of your future. Second, your signature matters.

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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. But in 1999, at the height of the Internet boom, I took a two-year leave of absence to serve as director of system architecture at Akamai Technologies, an MIT start-up located here in Cambridge.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

One key advantage is its flexibility, allowing leaders to participate in coaching sessions anywhere worldwide. Overall, virtual executive coaching empowers leaders to enhance their leadership skills and significantly impact their organizations. This eliminates the need for travel, making it an efficient and time-saving option.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2010

Here’s the thing – the foundational elements of leadership require no skill or talent whatsoever. In today’s post I’ll share 6 leadership characteristics that require zero talent or skill.

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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. Show me a CEO with a bad attitude and I’ll show you a poor leader. ” Show me a CEO with a bad attitude and I’ll show you a poor leader.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

Forget it, says Skip Prichard of Leadership Insights. Follow the advice of Tristan Wember of Leadership Thoughts and restore balance in a day. Wally Bock of Three Star Leadership observes that we keep trying to cram more and more into the day. These 7 habits can help you turn off technology and tune into life. Follow Jon.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in February 2024 curated just for you. More often it's an implicit contract, a buildup of organizational and cultural norms and the adoption of new technologies that make it easy to tether people to work. It's time to fight back.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 14, 2011

Their world has been defined by technology and shaped by the Internet— iPod, iBook, iPhone, iChat, iMovie, iPad, and iTunes—and for many of them, life is pretty much about "I," says Tim Elmore in Generation iY. You’re a winner just because you participated” is a lie we tell our kids and is just as bad as the “gotta be a winner” lie.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 7, 2010

John is probably one of the world’s best known and most respected authors and speakers on the subject of leadership. In fact, three of his books (The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, Developing the Leader Within You , and The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader) have sold more than one million copies each.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The Evolving Landscape of Human Resources Leadership In this ever-changing business landscape, the role of human resources (HR) leadership continues to evolve and adapt to meet the demands of a dynamic workforce. Moreover, HR leaders must have a keen eye for emerging talent coupled with attracting and retaining top performers.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

The culture of a team is strongly influenced by both designated and informal leaders; the people on a team who may not have a leadership position but nonetheless inspire respect, and influence others. Technology like instant messaging, video calls, and digital conference rooms can save time, even when teams are in the same building!

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 20, 2011

Let me cut right to the chase – real leaders don’t participate in gossip, and likewise they don’t tolerate gossip from others. In the same fashion that being the source of gossip is destructive, so is furthering the damage by ratcheting up the rhetoric by participating in gossip.

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Terry Starbucker

OCTOBER 9, 2011

(Terry’s Note: Hi all – Today I’m introducing a new series of posts, written by guest writer Adam Tenenbaum , called Front Line Leadership. Adam is currently right in the middle of his leadership journey, overseeing a large staff at a very successful retail operation.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 17, 2011

Thus, women will become approximately 20 percent of the 2500 participants. Now, the big question; if you were asked to participate what would you want to say? The best two answers will be invited to The Country Place in the Pocono Mountains to participate in the two day WELL program as our guests.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JUNE 17, 2016

This month’s festival gives tips about favorite tools and technology. There are two ways to participate…either submit a blog post on the topic, or your 1-2 sentence answer to the question. There are two ways to participate…either submit a blog post on the topic, or your 1-2 sentence answer to the question.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2019

This fall, I embarked on a worldwide quest to gain insights and perspectives on global leadership in the 21st century. To do this effectively, I sought to understand two things: Elucidate the emerging leadership traits and competencies that are most relevant today.

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Great Leadership By Dan

SEPTEMBER 15, 2011

Developing a Leadership Training Program for High Potentials: A Case Study. Given the number of baby boomers expected to retire between now and 2030 (the last group of baby boomers reach of the age of 65 in 2030, and, of course, some may choose to work past age 65) organizations need to prepare others to take over leadership roles.

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Marshall Goldsmith

OCTOBER 6, 2014

You need an “equal say” in your company’s future leadership. Those companies are much less likely to find the best and most comprehensive leadership qualities and candidates, because they are limiting their view of the world. My proof is based upon work between Accenture Consulting (with the Alliance for Strategic Leadership).

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Let's Grow Leaders

MAY 20, 2016

Next month’s Frontline Festival is all about favorite apps and technology. There are two ways to participate…either submit a blog post on the topic, or your 1-2 sentence answer to the question. Click here to participate! We welcome anyone looking to participate in the next Frontline Festival. Follow Beth.

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QAspire

JUNE 19, 2019

Leadership in a connected world is a complex sport. When the complexity around us increases, we need more connected leadership that is constantly making sense of evolving patterns, thinking and mindset. Little did I know then that I was stepping into something that would totally transform how I think about leadership and learning.

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Great Leadership By Dan

MARCH 19, 2020

Work spaces, technology, demographics, cultural sensitivities, and remote working are but a few of the areas that have changed. But now that they are starting to retire, what will happen to their stable work approach and traditional top-down leadership practices? Nine clear leadership traits emerged. So where do we start?

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 16, 2012

In matrix companies, much work takes place across functions with employees reporting to multiple bosses and participating in teams created across departments and areas of expertise. Four Steps to Building Matrix Leadership Skills. Leading in the matrix takes some new skills compared to traditional functional leadership roles.

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Lead from Within

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Leadership skills are essential for success in any field, and they can be changed instantly. While some people may be naturally inclined to be strong leaders, leadership skills can also be learned and honed through practice, training, and real-life experiences. Practice active listening, ask questions, and provide feedback.

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Leading Blog

JULY 30, 2021

Most of them stem from one fundamental flaw: we never took the time to establish the ground rules for meaningful participation. Most of them stem from one fundamental flaw: we never took the time to establish the ground rules for meaningful participation. Technology has no conscience—that’s our job.

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Tanveer Naseer

JULY 15, 2014

People think that assuming a leadership position over a poorly performing organization is the biggest challenge you could face, but the truth is… becoming the leader of a tight team is a larger challenge. Follow these five simple ground rules and your new leadership challenge will be off to a great start. What about your successor?

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Providing board members with a comprehensive framework and clear instructions on participating in the evaluation will help gather honest and unbiased feedback. Leveraging Technology for Efficient and Objective Board Evaluations The use of technology has become increasingly essential in the realm of board evaluations.

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Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2012

If you are in any doubt that collaborative leadership is an imperative, and not just a fad, take a look at any of the 22 articles in the Harvard Business Review series on collaboration. According to John Chambers , CEO of Cisco, “You cannot create collaboration is you think leadership is about control.” You are not in control. .

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Each year, after reading dozens of leadership books I select my pick for “best new leadership book” of the year. Even though this book came out in late 2023, it is better than any other leadership book I read during 2024, so that is why I choose it. We are headed into a decade of more automation and technology.

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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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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 20, 2021

Such a shift in focus encourages leaders to examine the utility of new technology more than its novelty, which increases their propensity to invest. What’s more, this approach is especially useful for leaders who lack technological expertise. “Keeping up with the rapid pace of technology can be especially challenging. .

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Tanveer Naseer

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

One of the responsibilities that comes with leadership is not only to communicate the vision or purpose behind your employees’ shared efforts, but to ensure that your team stays motivated and on track to achieving their goals. Absolutely, I think this is unique to each organization and likely to each manager or supervisor.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

By leveraging advanced data analytics and AI technologies, Vue provides a comprehensive and objective view of candidates, focusing on their skills, experience, and potential rather than demographic characteristics. When employees feel that their distinct ideas, skills, and experiences are valued, it fosters a sense of belonging.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

APRIL 24, 2013

Participants leave these meetings depressed, angry, or worse, and their mood spreads throughout the organization. What we really need is to have meetings that allow relationships to deepen, where participants help each other to grow and succeed together. Consider these ideas for starters: Be clear about your intentions.

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Rich Gee Group

MARCH 30, 2024

In the competitive realm of business, reaching the C-suite represents not just a pinnacle of achievement but also a testament to one's leadership, vision, and dedication. Participate in cross-departmental projects to gain insights into areas outside your expertise. Here's how to bridge that gap: 1.

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Leading Blog

JULY 10, 2019

M ANY of today’s leaders are saying: I know leadership is about people, not tasks; effectiveness, not efficiency. Many business leaders are perplexed by the task of leading in an ever-increasing technological world. In the midst of managing these exponential leaps in technology, there is a war for talent. Listen deeply.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

However, in addition to the transformation of the workplace itself, the digital age is having an impact upon leadership and, more specifically, on what is expected of a leader. This will have an effect not only on existing leaders, but on future leadership development as well. Technological Literacy. The Age of Disruption.

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Great Leadership By Dan

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

Participation in the review and decisions of steps leading to a solution build stronger teams. The founder and president of Colonial Technology Development Company, which assists start-ups in technology commercialization, he writes the popular “Startup Blog,” as well as articles for Examiner.com.

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