N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

These challenges include the increasing complexity of global markets, disruptive technologies, and ever-evolving customer demands. These challenges range from navigating complex global markets to fostering innovation within the organization.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 4, 2024

Its market cap is over $2 trillion. In 2014, when the company’s market capitalization was $380 billion, this Microsoft veteran took over as CEO. By 2019, Microsoft’s market capitalization edged past the $1 trillion mark, making it the world’s most valuable company. By 2023, its market cap reached $2.5

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Terry Starbucker

NOVEMBER 13, 2011

2) Mispricing a new product by charging “what the market will bear”. Back in 1993 I wondered why Drucker devoted 3 out of the 5 sins to product pricing, but 18 years later I totally understand his insistence on what he called “price-driven costing” as the most effective way to gain market share. 3) Cost-Driven pricing.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 31, 2024

Change can be challenging and often met with resistance, so it’s essential for these leaders to have exceptional communication skills, emotional intelligence , and strong negotiation abilities. They have a talent for quickly understanding and navigating complex situations.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 13, 2012

Claudio Feser writes in Serial Innovators, “Some firms become blinded by success and begin to resist external views and challenges. Occasionally, some organizations resist these all too human tendencies and thrive. Some are locked into mental models and become driven by habits. Some become bureaucratic. They confront rigidity.

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Chart Your Course

APRIL 29, 2013

Whenever changes are made at work- an employee is given a new task or a new way to do a current task- there will be resistance. It’s human nature to resist new responsibilities or rules. Respond to that resistance by outlining and reinforcing an explanation and list of payoffs. Communicate new opportunities. Create a vision.

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In the CEO Afterlife

FEBRUARY 26, 2012

Clout allows these giants to grow, but there is absolutely no reason why a smaller player cannot become a market leader within their chosen market(s). As long as the “Davids” are able to resist the urge to become generalists by expanding into too many markets with too many products, they can win.

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In the CEO Afterlife

DECEMBER 18, 2014

It starts with the corporate strategy, and includes marketing strategy, and the all-important human resource strategy. Unlike PepsiCo , Coca-Cola’s corporate strategy is to resist diversification and focus on non-alcoholic beverages. That singularity continues to deliver outstanding shareholder value.

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Next Level Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

A desire to disrupt the market often doesn’t consider the potential collateral damage. Ideate – Speaking of ideas, let’s resist the urge to turn nouns into verbs. A good plain English alternative would simply be “asking for help.” Disrupt – In an era when everything can feel upside down, do we really need more disruption?

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2017

But what do you do in a context that resists change? Or, “What weaknesses make us vulnerable to losing customers or market share?” As a leader, you recognize that when the pace of internal change lags the pace of change in the external environment. well, it’s not good news. Launch a “CEO for a Day” forum. Form an innovation team.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

As a result, organizations are better equipped to adapt to changing market conditions, seize new opportunities, and stay ahead of the competition. Empowered leaders drive innovation throughout the organization, enabling adaptation to changing market conditions. One common challenge is the resistance to change.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 18, 2013

The same goes for your print collateral, which despite the digital takeover still has a place in modern marketing. That’s OK in the beginning when you’re trying to earn a reputation, but part of acting like a big business is resisting the temptation to under sell yourself. Also, not everything happens online.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 19, 2024

To illustrate the potential impacts, in 2007, Nokia had a little over half the mobile phone market with an operating profit of about $7.8 Subsequently, its market share plummeted by 90 percent. Nokia just couldn’t keep up. Its phones were quickly viewed as antiquated and difficult to work with for developers.

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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. CEOs who have been in their position for a long time may resist change and prefer to stick to familiar strategies instead of embracing new ones.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement Organizations are increasingly recognizing the importance of evolving into learning organizations to remain competitive and adapt to continuous market changes. This ongoing approach to improvement allows businesses to adjust to market shifts and customer demands quickly.

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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. Daniel Roldán Chiffoleau is the Chief Transformation Officer at DirecTV Latin America (Vrio Corp.),

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2018

Start thinking about opportunities based on insights, customers, markets, and business models. Focus Point #2: Redefine your future and get there first – resist the temptation to chase others in pursuit of their future as already defined by them.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Taking multiple steps to iterate a prototype before declaring readiness to go to market may feel like a slowdown. But in fact, chunking down the work into iterative cycles can compress the time it takes to get to market with a product or service that works, and that people really want to own and use.

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Lead from Within

AUGUST 27, 2024

Resistance to Change: In today’s fast-paced market, adaptability is key. Leaders who resist change and cling to outdated methods hinder their organization’s ability to stay competitive. Consistent, clear decisions are necessary to guide teams effectively.

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First Friday Book Synopsis

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

For example, how to overcome resistance to project launches such as change initiatives? In his latest book, Enchantment: The Art of Changing Habits, Minds, and Actions (to be published by Portfolio/Penguin on March 8 2011), he offers a wealth of practical advice on how best to achieve especially important strategic objectives.

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In the CEO Afterlife

NOVEMBER 20, 2011

by John • November 20, 2011 • Branding , Leadership , Marketing , Strategy • 4 Comments. Michael Jackson , the theme to “Billie Jean” and a phenomenal blend of marketing and entertainment drove the Pepsi brand to the pinnacle of contemporary culture. So, what are Pepsi’s marketers doing to revitalize it?

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Furthermore, board chair coaching fosters a culture of continuous learning and growth, enabling leaders to adapt to changing market dynamics and drive innovation within their organizations. One of the main challenges is resistance to change.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

As a result, executives must be willing to evolve their leadership capabilities to drive sustainable business growth and maintain a competitive edge in the market. Identifying the Key Challenges Facing Executives in Leadership Roles Today’s executives face an array of challenges as they navigate the complex landscape of leadership.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2011

Instead of focusing on moment–by-moment market predictions, author Daniel Altman, looks at deeper, underlying economic factors that we frequently overlook in the short-term view. Outrageous Fortunes is a book about what in economic terms, could be. It is a provocative guide to global trends.

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LDRLB

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

Could we be overlooking – even resisting – one of the most essential catalysts of personal and business breakthroughs? Cook dismissed his own market data for over a year. This initial surprise led to an even bigger one: the market for small-business-accounting software was ripe for the taking. Surprise is the enemy.

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Leading Blog

JULY 24, 2013

But it has been capitalized on by marketing agents, politics and religion for the best part of two millennia.". That''s why we resist change and want our agendas and ideologies to prevail." Tom Asacker reveals the role of belief in leadership in The Business of Belief. For leaders and organization, belief is the issue.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 23, 2020

The resistance to the winning now, winning later mindset often comes from the leadership and not the frontline staff because they live the consequences of short-term think every day. When providing guidance, tr to do more than just saying, “Do better.” And challenge yourself to think independently.

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Tanveer Naseer

DECEMBER 13, 2011

Unfortunately, such responses can also inhibit your employees’ sense of creativity and with it, your organization’s ability to innovate if the motivation behind this resistance is based on factors other than ensuring the collective success of your team. Is your resistance due to the blind spots in your leadership?

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 11, 2019

Attention to and resistance of deceit: Part of being a leader is their ability to take responsibility, the ability to be courageous; the capacity for judgement, mercy and reciprocity is all manifested in the willingness to pay attention to tyranny in the organisation and to stand up against it.

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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. One of the most common challenges is resistance to change, often rooted in fear of the unknown.

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Modern Servant Leader

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

Regardless, he resisted any attempt to go to bed. They’ll highlight that without such reaction to poor results, the markets would fail. This quarter’s results are often all that matters. I don’t want to go to bed! His bad attitude, tears and stomping all pointed to one thing – my toddler needed rest.

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QAspire

OCTOBER 22, 2017

Big companies have all the required resources, but also a lot of red-tape and resistance to change. search), 20% toward adjacent markets (i.e. and 10% on completely new markets (i.e. Start ups are organized around a brand new idea but they often stumble when it comes to execution. He says, The premise of the rule is simple.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2019

In Covert Cows and Chick-fil-A , former executive vice-president and chief marketing officer, Steve Robinson explains that for Truett Cathy, founder of Chick-fil-A, the most important phase in the purpose statement was, “ by being a faithful Steward.” The stewardship idea guides their marketing. It’s about relationships.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

This means priming the pump through joint sales calls and other marketing efforts. This approach produces a proven template for future roll outs, and positive word of mouth will mean the rest of the distribution network will be awaiting their turn with eager anticipation rather than sullen resistance. Think Small.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2010

They resist at all costs letting that dreaded public display of compassion slip out. People’s resistance to display compassion, other than to family and friends, is what makes it so complex. I don’t know anyone whose been on the receiving end of authentic and appropriate love and compassion that has a distaste for it.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

As the job market becomes more competitive, leaders must focus on creating engaging work environments and empowering employees. People often resist change, especially when it directly affects them. This requires leaders to sharpen their self-awareness and emotional intelligence to keep specialists engaged and focused on tasks.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 10, 2011

If your entity doesn’t innovate and change in accordance with market driven needs and demands it will fail…it’s just that simple. Keep in mind that not all critics are overt in their resistance. Identifying the Need for Change : The need for change exists in every organization. The Critic …The Critic opposes any and all change.

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