Leading Blog

MAY 12, 2021

There is often confusion between scenario planning and forecasting, with the terms used interchangeably and inconsistently. Scenario planning is focused on the future and involves defining different stories behind different paths that will lead to that future.

Scenario Planning 298

Scenario Planning Planning Uncertainty Airlines 298

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The CDO’s mandate extends beyond mere technology implementation; it encompasses the development of comprehensive digital strategies and the cultivation of a culture that embraces continuous innovation. Essential Skills for a Chief Digital Officer The role of a CDO demands a unique blend of strategic vision and technological expertise.

Agility 404

Agility Constraint Business Model Strategic Planning 404

N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 15, 2024

Shifts in CTO Responsibilities Over Time The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) role has evolved dramatically over the past few decades, driven by rapid technological advancements and shifting business landscapes. However, as companies embraced digital transformation, the role expanded beyond technical management.

Chief Technology Officer 195

Chief Technology Officer CTO Technology Diversity 195

N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

From the era of large mainframes, command line interfaces, and backing up data on tape to the modern world of cloud computing, user-friendly interfaces, and low-code/no-code software development, technology has continued to change rapidly and has significantly shaped our lives and businesses.

Technology 435

Technology Industry Innovation Learning-by-Doing 435

N2Growth Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

This notable difference between median and average tenure suggests various factors are at play, including increased shareholder activism, faster business cycles, and the impact of disruptive technologies. Factors affecting global trends, such as technological changes and shifts in stakeholder expectations, are also contributing to this trend.

Execution 397

Execution Long-term Short-term Trends 397

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

These assessments shine a light on leaders’ strengths and improvement areas, guiding strategic decisions in talent development and succession planning. These evaluations offer a deep understanding of leaders’ capabilities, informing development initiatives and succession planning.

Execution 434

Execution Leadership Pipeline Talent Management Emotional Intelligence 434

Tanveer Naseer

AUGUST 9, 2017

Here are four key ways in which you can help managers become better leaders: 1. Helping both current and future leaders develop their leadership skills New managers are often promoted without receiving any training or support that helps them build the skills they will need in their new position.

Management 276

Management Short-term Long-term Objective 276

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

As organizations increasingly rely on technology to drive growth and innovation, the role of digital leaders has become paramount. Digital leadership is not limited to technology-driven companies; businesses across industries recognize the need for influential digital leaders to stay competitive in the market.

CIO 402

CIO Execution Chief Information Officer Leadership 402

N2Growth Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

Extensive networks, data streams, and state-of-the-art digital technologies are increasingly becoming the foundation of modern operational strategies. The rapid development and widespread adoption of new technologies present both opportunities and challenges for leaders to manage.

Disruptive Innovation 259

Disruptive Innovation Strategic Planning Supply Chain Contingency Plans 259

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Educational leaders are not only responsible for the overall management of an institution but also for creating a vision, setting goals, and driving positive change. Educational institutions are constantly adapting to changes in curriculum, technology, and student demographics, among other factors.

Education 418

Education Execution Diversity Reference 418

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Today, Chief People Officers and CHROs are not only responsible for the high-value functions of talent acquisition and employee engagement, but they play a crucial role in shaping organizational culture, driving diversity and inclusion, and ethically leveraging technology for effective HR management.

CPO 434

CPO Human Resources ROI Diversity 434

N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The Chief Revenue Officer does more than just come up with bold strategic plans. They’re also hands-on in putting those plans into action, ensuring everything runs smoothly, and keeping a close eye on progress to make adjustments when needed. In this role, industry experience isn’t just a bonus—it’s a crucial asset.

Strategy 370

Strategy Diversity Industry Tools 370

N2Growth Blog

JULY 8, 2022

The evolution of new technologies and the COVID-19 pandemic have greatly influenced consumer habits worldwide, consumers are becoming more demanding, and companies are working on efficiencies to offset the negative impact of inflation on their P&Ls. Physical skills are steadily declining as automation technologies become more advanced.

Trends 368

Trends Agility CEO Chief Executive Officer 368

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. Adizes’ generally addresses four management styles: Creator, Integrator, Administrator, and Producer.

Management 195

Management Leadership Efficiency Teamwork 195

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

From regulatory changes to technological advancements, staying abreast of these developments is crucial for both finance organizations and executive search firms. The financial services industry demands leaders who can strategically manage risks, drive innovation, and stay ahead of the curve.

Finance 418

Finance Execution Leadership Long-term 418

N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

While Chief Digital/Technology Officers or Chief Marketing Officers are often tagged with the innovator label, it is the CHRO who is the real innovator in 2020. Remember, it’s the people and culture who enable technology and marketing success – not the other way around. ?. and a development manager at Oracle Corp.

Human Resources 476

Human Resources Globalization Resources Diversity 476

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2024

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. However, the value of technology does not supersede the human element—rather, it enhances it. The results speak for themselves.

COO 374

COO Process Emotional Intelligence Operations 374

N2Growth Blog

MAY 24, 2024

Defining the Key Elements of a Strategic Succession Strategy A robust succession plan depends on thorough strategic planning and preparation. Another crucial aspect is building a pool of talented individuals closely connected to an organization’s talent management and development strategies.

Contingency Plans 243

Contingency Plans Succession Diversity Mentor 243

N2Growth Blog

MARCH 18, 2024

These firms employ rigorous search strategies, cultivate extensive networks, and utilize cutting-edge technological tools to identify suitable candidates. It then delves into an intensive profiling and assessment phase involving identifying potential talent from a global pool using technologically advanced search strategies.

Globalization 384

Globalization Execution Diversity Technology 384

N2Growth Blog

MARCH 24, 2020

I am no stranger to the challenges of candidate management during a crisis. While in the second year of my profession the great recession hit and had a significant impact on my area of expertise including venture capital, and private equity-backed technology companies.

Crisis 207

Crisis Management Zimbardo Decentralization 207

Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

However, when you don’t pay attention to tactics and effective management, you create needless conflicts, frustrations and hurt feelings. Leaders and managers often struggle with the difference between strategy and tactics or vision and operations. Transform your management style, while building team trust.

Tactics 557

Tactics Strategy Leadership Morale 557

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.

Execution 372

Execution Quality Emotional Intelligence Crisis 372

Leading Blog

APRIL 1, 2020

Many leaders see their roles as presiders/managers, with a primary focus on keeping results consistent with past performance and on budget. Rocket science is often celebrated as the ultimate triumph of technology. Offering a radical rethinking of leadership, Mukherjee shows why digital technologies call for a new kind of leader?one

Books 323

Books Leadership Armstrong Library 323

Leading Blog

JUNE 8, 2021

While the last decade has flattened our organizations and reduced the need for some managers, the need to create leaders at every level has never been more necessary. We need connected managers to create community and spark collaboration. Supervisors hold the success of a business in their hands, and it’s all in how they manage.

Open-book 372

Open-book Learning-by-Doing Consultative Follow-up 372

N2Growth Blog

JULY 25, 2022

This series’s final part will balance needs with compromises, float tangential opportunities to expand horizons, and extricate from myopia on that elusive ‘unicorn’ management candidate. The CFO candidate might get by with only a broad sector experience in manufacturing, finance, or technology.

Execution 397

Execution Company Charisma Constraint 397

Lead from Within

JUNE 16, 2020

There are specific things you can do to manage those who are struggling to perform remotely: Create a trusted dialogue. It could be that processes are too cumbersome, technology is breaking down, or they aren’t getting the information they need. The One Aspect Of Crisis Management That No One Talks About.

Management 218

Management How To Crisis Crisis Management 218

Michael Lee Stallard

DECEMBER 1, 2014

For example, in “ Seven Ways to Sell Your Ideas to Management ,” Joel Garfinkle of the Career Advancement Blog shares how to present your ideas in order to get them implemented – a skill you need to master if you want to be an influential leader in your company. Management Issues. Need advice on a management issue?

Leadership Development 395

Leadership Development Development Leadership Advice 395

N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

In addition, the CCO manages and implements strategies to drive revenue growth, break into new market segments, and foster customer engagement. Their adept conceptualization and execution of strategic plans are crucial to ensuring a company’s longevity and success.

Trends 374

Trends Business Model Execution Marketing 374

Leading Blog

JUNE 18, 2021

My job and my manage r are the two strongest links to net thriving.” Many find spending time with their manager to be the worst time of their day. We can fix that by improving employee experiences and teaching managers to be better coaches. Remove abusive managers. Upskill managers to move from boss to coach.

Crisis 393

Crisis Career Policies Stress 393

N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2020

In addition, executives are investing more time in succession management activities. With exponential technologies, multi-Generations at the workplace, new off-industry competitors challenging incumbents, the Covid-19 New Reality…. The alternative to current individual succession plans is to manage a leadership portfolio approach.

Leadership 397

Leadership Agility Leadership Pipeline Welch 397

Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 30, 2020

The exponential growth of technology has enabled new products, services, and businesses to rise to prominence in short order, and has caused others to become obsolete just as quickly. Involve others in planning and implementation. One of my favorite sayings is, “Those who plan the battle rarely battle the plan.”

Blanchard 389

Blanchard Proposal Information Planning 389

Lead Change Blog

JULY 29, 2019

Companies are increasingly utilizing automation technologies to increase productivity and innovation. These companies find themselves managing complex organizational change, with challenges that will vary depending on the professional levels and geographic diversity of their human resources.

Early Adopters 291

Early Adopters Human Resources Fashion Technology 291

Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

At the peak, Alibaba’s technology platforms processed 325,000 orders and 256,000 payments every second. Singles Day is a technological marvel. The technology and business model Ming Zeng, the chairman of the Academic Council of the Alibaba Group, describes in Smart Business: What Alibaba’s Success Reveals About the Future of Strategy.

Business Model 266

Business Model Technology Retail Short-term 266

Leading Blog

JANUARY 19, 2024

This force is called creative destruction, which is the process where innovation and technology advancements are reshaping industries and business models. These transformations typically involve a profound change in how a business operates, encompassing people, process, and technology.

How To 294

How To Agility Diversity Operations 294

N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

This executive role focuses on developing and implementing human resources strategies to manage the workforce and create a positive organizational culture. In today’s dynamic business environment, the CPO plays a pivotal role in talent management, recruitment, and retention.

CPO 416

CPO Human Resources Compliance Human Capital 416

Leading Blog

APRIL 24, 2019

In the same way, digital disruption is not about the technology as much as it is about how companies can make their way through the new competitive environment they find themselves in. Digital disruption is more about the people than it is the technology. Digital Maturity. The authors introduce the concept of digital maturity.

Maturity 313

Maturity Organization Technology Early Adopters 313