N2Growth Blog

APRIL 19, 2024

There is friction between globalization and regional autonomy, a conflict between the desire for sustainability and the lure of rapid development, ongoing political uncertainties, and the ever-increasing impact of digital technology. Engaging in risk management and scenario planning is also paramount.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

Understanding the Importance of Evaluations in Shaping Leaders Ongoing market shifts and greater reliance on digital solutions have underscored the significance of regular, robust leadership assessments and evaluations. These efforts not only strengthen leadership pipelines but also reinforce sustainable competitive advantage.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Meanwhile, organizations investing in future-focused leadership development report 34% higher adaptability to market changes. The distinction between managing and leading emerges through mastery of specific capabilities. Therefore, they systematically identify and develop emerging competencies before market conditions require them.

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Leadership Freak

JANUARY 18, 2012

Leadership is rich with uncertainty. Turbulent times, regulations and compliance, technology, politics, people, and global markets enflame uncertainty. Image source Ineffective leaders require certainty before they act, I am certain. On the other hand, successful leaders make decisions where outcomes are uncertain.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Mastery over various aspects of the business—from product development to supply chain management —is essential for this leader to facilitate smooth operations and establish a foundation for sustained success. The ability to withstand disruptions, recover swiftly, and adapt to uncertainties is paramount in today’s volatile market.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

When approached with rigor and foresight, a leadership change can strengthen confidence among investors, reassure stakeholders, enhance market credibility, and set a clear path for sustained growth. Overcoming Common Obstacles in CEO Succession CEO succession can encounter significant headwinds if not proactively managed.

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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. By investing in executive management coaching, organizations can create a culture of continuous learning and growth, fostering a pipeline of strong leaders at all levels.

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Engaging Leader

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

The new book The Innovator''s Method: Bringing the Lean Start-up into Your Organization, by Nathan Furr and Jeff Dyer, is a leader’s guide to validating new ideas, refining them, and bringing them to market. It presents a method for leveraging a set of tools emerging from lean start-up, design thinking, and agile software development.

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LDRLB

SEPTEMBER 21, 2012

Part of this is assessing levels of uncertainty. The other part is making decisions that can give you the best chance of succeeding despite uncertainty. And the new CEO decided to commit the future of the company to new software from Microsoft – with very little success in the mobile phone market. Only time will tell.

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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. Interim management provides stability, innovation, and insightful direction to businesses in need.

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LDRLB

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

Most leaders are taught to avoid uncertainty. Creating game changers – whether products, services, or new business models – requires leaders to live with uncertainty, embrace ambiguity, and respond to both good and bad surprises along the way. Cook dismissed his own market data for over a year. Surprise is the enemy.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Whether expanding into new markets, managing crises, or driving innovation , they bring insight and clarity, combining data with intuition. Poor communication, unfair treatment, or erratic decision-making can breed a culture of fear and uncertainty. Every CEO’s impact is most visible in company decision-making.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 29, 2021

In this episode, David Giersdorf, a former senior executive in the global cruise, travel, and marketing services industry, gives the roadmap for leading through disruption. 6:05 – The anxiety of navigating through fog and uncertainty. Leading Through Disruption. 3:40 – THe need to balance results with relationships.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

Uncertainty. I wouldn’t say I had a fear of uncertainty. My first hard lesson of adulthood, i.e. expect one uncertainty after another. Challenge uncertainty with anticipation and planning. After surviving the cut I knew I didn’t want to feel that type of uncertainty again. I said yes. Take care of yourself.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 31, 2024

Interim executives are experienced professionals who can step in to fill a sudden leadership gap, manage a crisis, guide a merger, or spearhead a new initiative. One crucial skill for an effective interim executive is managing change seamlessly. Its importance in identifying suitable interim managers cannot be overstated.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 2, 2024

With a coach’s support, executives can dissect market trends, spot new opportunities, and position their businesses for expansion. Through one-on-one coaching sessions, leaders gain a deep understanding of their business, industry, and market dynamics. A key role of executive coaching is to instill a strategic mindset.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 30, 2024

Whether resolving conflicts, motivating team members, or managing stress, EQ drives the leader’s actions and reactions. Leaders who can self-regulate routinely manage their emotions well, avoiding destructive behaviors. This leadership facet is important as it avoids conventional transactional styles.

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In the CEO Afterlife

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

Crisis Management: The Ultimate Test of a Leader. How is it possible for three months of crisis management ineptitude to occur in an organization the size of BP with a product as environmentally toxic as oil? You’d think a company drilling on the ocean’s floor would be adept in risk management planning. In the CEO Afterlife.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Leaders who trust their teams and provide them with autonomy empower employees to manage their work-life balance effectively, leading to higher engagement and productivity. Investing in reskilling and upskilling initiatives ensures that your team is prepared for the demands of tomorrows job market.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 20, 2024

I have spent decades advising CEOs, executives, and senior leadership teams globally in both Fortune 500 companies and emerging market enterprises. Global organizations require leaders who transcend basic management competency. These proven strategies drive measurable results across cultures and industries.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 5, 2019

O NE OF the unfortunate side effects of living in an age of accelerating technology is having to deal with increased uncertainty. When faced with uncertainty, how should leaders react? You can, however, embrace uncertainty by adjusting your views as new information becomes available. Take, for example, Rasmus Ankersen.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Outstanding CROs demonstrate a talent for innovation, change management, and strategic decision-making. A skilled CRO brings deep industry knowledge, enabling them to navigate complex revenue models and adapt to market shifts expertly. In this role, industry experience isn’t just a bonus—it’s a crucial asset.

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HR Digest

MARCH 27, 2025

A struggling labor market and job insecurity go hand in handthat is an undeniable fact. As the cost of living keeps going up without a parallel increase in wages and income, it can be very difficult for the average consumer to keep up with the market without drastically changing their spending habits.

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Innovation Excellence

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

I’ve been hearing this from innovation practitioners and partners for months We’ve seen innovation resilience tested in times of economic uncertainty and geopolitical volatility. We’ve seen it flourish when markets soar and capital is abundant. We’ve seen it all, but this time feels […]

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Tanveer Naseer

JULY 30, 2013

When it comes to courageous leadership, the image that often comes to mind is of a leader who is not just assertive in the face of uncertainty, but who also exudes a sense of fearlessness regarding the situation before them. And yet, the reality is that courage in leadership is not about the absence of fear.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 23, 2014

For instance a certain confidence may “push him or her forward in the face of uncertainty and adversity” to “see what is possible beyond what a realistic assessment would suggest is sensible.” Once uncovered it can be managed in some way. Yes, but…. I would talk about it differently but eventually arrive at the same place.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

This trend highlights the shift towards shorter CEO tenures in large corporations, as companies seek leaders who can quickly adapt to changing market dynamics and drive growth. A lack of succession planning can lead to disruptions in leadership and uncertainty among employees, investors, and other stakeholders.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

Then there are the social entrepreneurs where the donation is a marketing expense that drives growth. About two-thirds of the businesses owned around the world are owned and operated by families, and in America, “family firms constitute over half of the businesses in the country and half of those listed on stock markets.”.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2013

Badaracco says that the inescapable pressures of leadership are intensified today because of the market-driven world in which we live. Almost everything—how we manage our organizations and our lives, how we make decisions at work and at home, and even how we think about ourselves—is deeply shaped by markets and market-based thinking.”

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

Greater agility helps businesses to react more swiftly to the rise of “ industry disruptors ,” to manage the emergence of new competitors and to successfully ride the wave of any kind of dramatic shifts in overall market conditions, be they positive or negative. senior leadership, management and staff) and culture (i.e.,

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 24, 2024

Distinguishing the Traits of Successful Revenue Leaders In a competitive market, revenue leaders play vital roles, often exerting influence across the entire organizational hierarchy. One of the most important qualities is a profound understanding of market dynamics and customer needs.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 18, 2019

In Creative Construction , Gary Pisano says that when big organizations fail to innovate, the root cause is often related to “management practice and leadership than with organizational scale per se.” The best strategy when facing high degrees of uncertainty is to hedge and build options for the future.”.

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CO2

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Introduction: The business world is in constant flux, with CEOs grappling with a myriad of uncertainties, from economic upheavals to geopolitical shifts. The Rise of Business Agility Business Agility: The ability to adapt quickly to market changes, internally and externally. Let’s dive in.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 12, 2024

Today, the CCO oversees various aspects of business operations, such as strategy development, customer relationship management, product development, and crisis management. The CCO offers strategic guidance to the marketing team, aligning its tactics with the organization’s overarching business objectives.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 30, 2021

Good leadership skills may differ across businesses, yet few of these skills prepared leaders to manage the turmoil over the past year. By embracing social purpose, business leaders can better anticipate new market needs as well as mitigate against risks to their core business. Aligning business models with social purpose.

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Chart Your Course

APRIL 29, 2013

Part of being a leader is managing change. Your business is adding a new time-management system, which requires employees to log their hours on specific projects. The unknown can easily create a sense of uncertainty, resistance and even fear. For instance, a business wants to expand its social media marketing.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 12, 2024

The Role of Top Executives in Leading the Green Revolution The shift toward environmentally friendly operations cannot be handled solely by lower-level managers or specific departments. It represents a fundamental change in the business ethos that necessitates leadership at the highest level.

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