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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Leading Blog

APRIL 8, 2020

I’ve observed companies panicking and doing anything they can to manage short-term cash—and destroying hard-earned relationships at lightning speed. They are letting short-term financial objectives become the North Star in an effort to keep the lights on. If you don’t have a forever promise, you’re sunk.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Interim executives have become indispensable in addressing immediate leadership needs, whether due to sudden departures, organizational restructuring, or transformational change management. Leveraging a thorough understanding of international markets and harnessing technology, they overcome geographic boundaries and accelerate hiring.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 12, 2019

Organizations reorganize too quickly when an initiative falls short instead of regrouping, adjusting their approach and re-executing well. Marketing matters. Unfortunately, in most organizations marketing is a haphazard practice. Marketing is the epitome of delayed gratification. Marketing is a marathon not a sprint.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 30, 2014

This year’s 2014 world Cup performance is no exception, despite all the marketing hype and social media frenzy. And there are a very large number of middle market search firms who are hired by HR to find new managers and mid-level executives for their companies. Training is a current cost with a long-term payback.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

In the years that have passed, we’ve continued to expand and refine the list by looking for CHROs able to innovate and outperform their peers regardless of current market dynamics in play at the time. Remember, it’s the people and culture who enable technology and marketing success – not the other way around. ?.

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Michael Lee Stallard

AUGUST 2, 2020

Third, the economic downturn coupled with a recent run-up of stock market prices increases the risk of a stock market correction, a particular concern for individuals relying on their investments to fund their children’s education or their retirement. Short-term stress is one thing. Second, the upcoming U.S.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 17, 2019

Yet the cost of poor hiring is considerable, not just in terms of hiring unsuitable candidates (time, money, reputation, impact on colleagues) but also in terms of the damage poor hiring processes can have on your organization. Invest in training for all hiring managers. Review your hiring process.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Vrio Corp has been committed to following market trends and increasing its value proposition through transformation: investing in technology and content aligned with the consumers’ habits, emphasizing the next generation. Despite an effort to implement these changes, many organizations still fall short of a successful transformation.

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Lead on Purpose

DECEMBER 27, 2013

What drives your daily activities—your long-term vision or making the numbers this quarter? If you’re a board member, do you incentivize your executives to make a long-term contribution for the company or to keep the shareholders happy this quarter? Why are you in business? You will learn things you would have missed had you not tried.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Market leaders consistently miss out on great new ideas because they overestimate their market dominance.” Among them are, assume you are incorrect, reward and encourage dissent, study other markets and get outsiders to suggest ideas you might be missing. This is a tension—between farmer and hunter—that must be managed.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 27, 2020

Making these types of connections helps you take the data one step further, determining if it’s going to have a short-term or long-term impact, if it’s suggesting the end of a trend or the beginning of a new one.” Creativity is how we manage our own change.”. Give it context. Imagine and Inspire Solutions.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 17, 2024

Interim executives are highly skilled and experienced individuals brought in at short notice to lead organizations during times of crisis, management transitions, or to spearhead major strategic initiatives. They provide rapid and effective leadership solutions during uncertain times and offer guidance to organizations.

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2018

Ambiguity is a condition we sink into because it is automatic and it provides short-term benefits that manifest in a number of ways. The manager who posts a vague job description is able to put off defining the specific responsibilities for the role. is a leading authority on business performance and Lean management.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Although digitization has a significant catalytic effect on these processes, a successful diversification strategy would still need a solid basis and a set of scalable growth patterns that could apply to target markets. It will most likely overcome cross-cultural barriers as it expands into new markets.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 10, 2011

Now the good news : As much as some people want to create complexity around the topic of leading change for personal gain, the reality is that creating, managing and leading change is really quite simple. If your entity doesn’t innovate and change in accordance with market driven needs and demands it will fail…it’s just that simple.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The COO is often tasked with translating strategy into action, leading critical functions ranging from operations and finance to sales and marketing. 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.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2010

The short answer is yes…There are in fact a great number of tests that can quickly assess leadership ability. Something as simple as a 360 Review, or as complex as a deep psychological profile (both with weighted emphasis on leadership aptitude) can point out an individual’s leadership capabilities.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

As founding dean and professor at the Yale school of management, he taught a course on entrepreneurial leadership. Of course, an entrepreneurial leader needs to know about subjects like financial management, competitive strategy, market analysis, and the like. He focused on the personal characteristics of the leader. “Of

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 12, 2024

Their efforts represent a transformative approach to business that acknowledges the importance of balancing short-term financial gains with long-term ecological responsibility. This involves integrating sustainable practices into daily operations, decision-making, and long-term planning.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Whether you’re leading a team or managing a company, sustainability is a crucial challenge. You Can’t Market Manure at Lunchtime [00:00] – Defining Sustainability in Leadership The episode kicks off by exploring what sustainability really means in business. 43:40] – Can Middle Managers Drive Leadership Sustainability?

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Moreover, COOs are the gatekeepers of risk management, ensuring that all operations adhere to legal and regulatory standards. Project Management: Mastering the art of overseeing projects from start to finish. Financial Acumen: Managing budgets and resources efficiently. But the financials are only one piece of the puzzle.

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Terry Starbucker

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

After all, it’s the nature of a business - going from Point A to Point B as quickly and efficiently as possible, to gain a competitive advantage and secure the market share necessary for success. It was “slash and burn” our way to a “profitable exit” over a very short term. Go for it, and lead well!

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 16, 2010

While I’ve often addressed what it really takes to create a talent driven organization, few companies seem willing to make the requisite investments needed to successfully align their actions with their management speak. If your company doesn’t have a Chief Talent Officer, Chief People Officer etc.,

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

Those professionals that have self respect, and demonstrate a true respect for others regardless of their station in life, are much more likely to be successful over the long-term than those that use the tactics of disrespect to humiliate and intimidate. I wanted to put this question out there: Can humility be learned? Greenleaf in 1970.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 16, 2011

Have you figured out how to apply the laws of scarcity to brand management? While a brand without exposure is not much of a brand, I consistently find that brand exposure is an aspect of brand management that is all too often overlooked as a success metric. If not, then this post is for you. will go into decline.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Identifying, attracting, and retaining top healthcare executives who can harmonize quality care, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and long-term growth is no small task. N2Growths extensive evaluation process ensures that the leaders we recommend can manage these dynamic forces in tandem.

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Lead Change Blog

MARCH 20, 2020

In it, he suggests that business leaders should stop focusing on short-term (finite) gains and instead focus on the long-term (infinite) game of the business. The challenge for leaders in the West today has become the fixation on short-term results. If the CEO fails to make the numbers, the stock price plummets.

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Rich Gee Group

JUNE 10, 2024

In business, the adage "penny wise and pound foolish" often describes a short-sighted approach to cost management that undermines long-term success. However, this short-term focus can lead to long-term losses.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 3, 2019

L ONG-TERM THINKING is the key to what goes on at Amazon. Jeff Bezos has said, “ What we’re really focused on is thinking long-term, putting the customer at the center of our universe and inventing. Those are the three big ideas to think long-term because a lot of invention doesn’t work. Reset Your Clocks.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 23, 2021

Much of what needed to be done at GE were long-term propositions. Tech start-ups define success, especially in the first decade, on how well they acquire customers, build capability, and penetrate their emerging markets. And learn to recognize the difference between tailwind and good management.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 2, 2010

Blogging since 2002, being actively involved in digital marketing since the early 90′s, and being online since the days of the ARPANET I have a bit of history with most things digital. Successful businesses adapt to market innovations and thrive, while those that fail to make iterative leaps fall by the wayside.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 3, 2017

Response: Is the management team accessible? What segment of the market do they serve? By market segment? Liquidity: What will be the immediate impact of an unexpected market downturn or product launch failure? Can assets be turned quickly to meet short-term obligations? Competitive. By Product-line?

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 31, 2024

All departments responsible for generating revenue, such as sales, marketing, customer relations, pricing, and revenue management, are typically overseen by the CRO. To be an effective Chief Revenue Officer, one must deeply understand market dynamics and customer journeys.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 10, 2013

And although their profitability suffered significantly in the short-term and full recovery remains an uphill climb, they are not struggling to cure their customers of a "discount addiction." Change whatever you must about your business—your markets, your technologies, your people…anything. Management'

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

It leads to short-term thinking. Whether it's the death of a friend, loss of a job, a bad break-up or the isolation of Covid-19, those who manage to be where their feet are will grow, stretch and emerge stronger, smarter and more prepared as we find peace and gratitude in the pause. That’s not the way to lead. Blog Post ).

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 20, 2011

While the emotional distress associated with gossip can be dealt with fairly easily, the political discord that can erupt in an organization can be nothing short of disastrous. If you want to be a long-term survivor in business I would suggest that you not participate in gossip and get rid of those that do.

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