N2Growth Blog

MARCH 24, 2025

Olivier Prestel warns, The biggest mistake is promoting a top salesperson to manager simply because theyre good at sales. Jean-Christophe Simon highlights, Testing leadership potential in low-risk environments, such as projects or small teams, can reveal whether an individual is ready for greater responsibilities.

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Rich Gee Group

MAY 12, 2024

Effective project management is crucial for any team aiming to deliver results efficiently in today's fast-paced business environment. Let's dive into how each step can be applied to manage projects with your team at work better. This relevance boosts team motivation and alignment with the company's strategic vision.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Alongside managing the technical aspects of running their company, leaders also have a responsibility for the well-being of those with whom they interact. Through her Wisdom Research Project, she interviewed 60 wise adults across North America and defined the eight fundamental elements of wisdom. E FFECTIVE leadership is an art.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Engaged for a defined period, they lead specific initiatives, manage transitions, or stabilize operations during times of change. Communication breakdowns are another indicator where inconsistent messaging or lack of direction from top management creates confusion and misalignment across the organization.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 11, 2019

The post How to Manage the Most Difficult Stakeholders appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders. Difficult stakeholders are a chance to grow your influence You look at the phone and your heart sinks. It’s the night before you’re supposed to wrap up your assignment and brief the leadership team on what you’ve done.

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Leading Blog

JULY 6, 2021

Caught in the middle of all this were managers, the face of the organization to their teams. Over the past 15 months, managers spent a considerable amount of effort mediating and negotiating on behalf of their teams to their business and from their business to their teams. Virtual Presentation Skills.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Richard Farson on contradictions: Contradictory impulses to both succeed and fail can be found in every project, every work team, even every individual. Every management choice, Job offer, or new applicant can appear both appealing and unappealing. Source: Management of the Absurd: Paradoxes in Leadership II.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Offer to help them frame their narrative and share it with your network: Hey, my friend is an incredible project manager with a passion for mission-driven work in __ arena. But heres the thing: Talking about yourself after a layoff can feel awkward or exhausting. Thats where you can step in.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 19, 2024

Technology, therefore, is not merely a convenient tool but an essential commodity that requires strategic allocation and management in the modern business landscape. Engaging in risk management and scenario planning is also paramount. Corporations can navigate economic uncertainties and volatility through digital modeling.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 24, 2025

Communicate With Your Manager So youve found a compelling idea and want to dig deeper. But instead of disappearing into research mode for hours (or days), loop in your manager first. Try this: “Hey [Manager’s Name], Ive come across something interesting that could impact [your project/team goals].

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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. They are required to possess a unique blend of hard and soft skills, industry-specific expertise, and a deep understanding of business strategy.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Why 5×5 Communication Works When we first explain 5×5 communication to new managers, sometimes they reply, Do I really need to say something five times? The manager asks the team member to describe the change in their own words and ask any questions they have. Isnt that excessive? The short answer is no, its not.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 19, 2024

When Managing Up, Don’t Bring Data Without a Point of View When your manager asks you for information, don’t just answer their question. To get better at managing up, ask yourself three questions that will turn information into influence. Now your manager wonders why you don’t care about the obvious issue.

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Leadership Freak

MAY 3, 2023

It’s unusual for projects to come in on target, on time, and on budget. 12 reasons good projects go bad: One… Continue reading → Ask one simple question that gets teams solving problems before they happen.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Interim executives have emerged as pivotal assets in steering companies through critical phases of transformation, growth, or crisis management. These leaders specialize in transformation management, guiding organizations through significant changes while maintaining operational stability.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

It could be theyre obsessed with their passion project (which, unfortunately, has nothing to do with yours). See Also: The Manager Squeeze: How the New Workplace is Testing Team Leaders Step 2: Help Them See Your Genius (Without a Neon Sign) Your work is valuable. Maybe theyre laser-focused on a massive restructuring. Ive been there.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

However, managing highly intelligent individuals comes with its own set of challenges. As an executive leadership coach, my role is to help leaders develop the skills and strategies needed to effectively manage and inspire their smartest team members.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

For instance, a mid-level manager we supported rose to a C-suite position within five years, propelled by iterative evaluations that honed his strategic acumen and people-management capabilities. Our work at N2Growth reveals that executives who embrace consistent, candid feedback see a marked improvement in their leadership trajectory.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 13, 2023

Stop that Credit Stealer and Get the Recognition You Deserve “I was in a meeting the other day, and one of the executives thanked my boss for the success of a project I’ve been working on all year. The really infuriating thing is that she had NOTHING to do with that project. And you know what she said next? Thank you.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Later, talking with Declan’s manager, she was grateful for Declan’s work, but also confused. Declan was frustrated—and so was his manager. He expected that by fulfilling those parameters, he’d done good work and that his manager would acknowledge that work. But what’s happening with Declan’s manager?

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 17, 2025

Getting the stretch assignments and high-visibility projects? It happens in everyday conversationsin meetings, in project planning sessions, and in casual chats with colleagues. If Youre a Manager, Think About Your Team. Inclusion isnt just about whos hiredits about who feels seen, heard, and valued once theyre there.

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Joseph Lalonde

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Whether you are starting your career as a manager or you are looking to develop in a position, there is always something to learn. Management is a skill set, but it’s also a practice; the more you manage, the better at it you become. As a manager, it’s your job to include everyone. . Step Four: Empathy .

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

After everyone has selected their habit, have them share why they chose that habit and how they see it impacting the project. This isn’t just about another project plan—it’s about building a culture where everyone understands what success looks like and acts accordingly. That’s what team alignment really means. And that momentum?

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 3, 2019

To be more productive, embrace the secret of every time management system. You want to be a productive leader, but your to-do list has more tasks, projects, and goals than you can possibly achieve. The never-ending list can feel overwhelming. Leadership means […].

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 13, 2025

For example, if a colleague seems excited, you could reflect, “You seem really energized about this project. Practice in Low-Stakes Situations Before using Reflect to Connect in high-stakes meetings, practice it in everyday interactions. Is it exciting?” Here are a few common pitfalls and how to avoid them: 1.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 21, 2023

” Try being more specific like this: “When you were working on the _ project, I noticed it was challenging for you to set up the project efficiently. When you delegated the tasks out among the team the timing was off and important parts of the project weren’t done when they needed to be.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 11, 2024

Use these communication techniques to keep even the most difficult stakeholders on your side Stakeholder management is an art most of us learn the hard way. If you’ve been involved in stakeholder management for more than a minute, you’ve probably met a few of these well-meaning, challenging stakeholders. Sound familiar?

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Rich Gee Group

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Build Credibility, Fast Heres the biggest secret: you dont need a manager title to command respect. Share an article that speaks to their current project, connect them to someone in your network who might benefit their goals, or volunteer to run a minor errand if it can save them an hour. Link your project to their goals.

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Chartered Management Institute

JANUARY 28, 2025

To stand out in a crowded market, independent management consultants can leverage their unique strengths, focus on delivering value and build an authentic, compelling personal brand. The post Seven tips to build a personal brand as an independent management consultant appeared first on CMI.

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HR Digest

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Labor shortage projections by Lightcast ‘s new Rising Storm report suggest that in the coming years, the U.S. Managing labor shortages may be a core issue for employers in the future and it is in their best interest to work on growing and reshaping their workforce in the present so they can work through the flaws in our current system.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 26, 2024

Some of my best work memories from my time at Verizon (and lasting relationships) came from collaborating on projects we both cared about. If your work is feeling monotonous or lacking joy, talk to your manager about ways you can step out of your comfort zone and try something new. 4. __ Your turn.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Earlier in our careers, we both thrived with managers who challenged us with new projects or gave us a chance to invest in an exciting opportunity. You can ask: Whats a project or skill youve been wanting to tackle? How can we align your work with your long-term goals? “You know why this matters more than anyone.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Back in her Verizon days, one of Karin’s favorite questions to ask a team member whom she was encouraging to think like an entrepreneur was: “If this was your company, would you _ (make this decision, hold this meeting, spend money in this matter, invest in this project)?” ” As you can imagine, the answer was often.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Then there are occasional delegated, assigned tasks, or projects. Delegated assignments, project work, or multi-part tasks. That’s not a lack of urgency – it’s a rational approach to managing multiple priorities. First, look at the different types of tasks your team members do regularly.

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The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 2, 2024

New analysis from King’s College London has highlighted how effective management strategies are key to scientific breakthroughs at a renowned laboratory that has produced Nobel Prize winners. “This makes a strategic approach to managing science crucial, especially as collaborations between institutions grow in importance.”

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 15, 2022

You think… “Our project is already three weeks behind. “What I think you might do next is contact your manager (so they’re not blindsided). Managing Up: Keep Your Boss Informed About a Struggling Team Member. Managing Up With Grace: How to Give Your Boss Better Feedback. Have a plan.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

For example, “Yes, it sounds like this project would benefit our marketing strategy. I can certainly prioritize this new marketing project if we can shift the product deadline. In our Courageous Cultures research, 67% of employees said their manager operates around the notion of “this is the way we’ve always done it.”

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