N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Interim executives can rapidly integrate into existing teams, provide immediate leadership, and drive strategic initiatives forward with minimal disruption. For example, consider a technology company undergoing a digital transformation.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The Increasing Demand for Technological Expertise in COO Roles The demand for technological expertise in Chief Operating Officer or COO roles is snowballing as organizations recognize that success increasingly hinges on the intelligent use of technology.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 22, 2025

Organizations must continuously evolve to remain relevant in a world where rapid technological advancements, globalized competition, rising customer expectations, sustainability imperatives, and the accelerating pace of change are redefining the landscape. These innovations werent about inventing entirely new technologies.

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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. With technology evolving rapidly, CTOs must stay on top of the latest trends to keep their organizations ahead.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 24, 2025

While they may excel individually, leadership requires a shift in focus from personal achievements to team success. 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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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

They engage every level of the companyfrom executive teams to frontline staffguiding managers through complex issues, clarifying regulatory requirements, and championing a culture that prizes transparency. Moreover, positioning compliance as integral to day-to-day operations creates space for more informed decision-making.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

This role is no longer confined to technical oversight or incremental operational improvements. Successful digital chiefs combine a nuanced understanding of emerging technologies with strong commercial instincts, aligning sophisticated digital strategies with core enterprise objectives to outpace market shifts and capture new opportunities.

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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. Fresh Perspectives and Innovation: Their external viewpoint allows them to offer unbiased insights and innovative solutions that internal teams might overlook due to established routines.

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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. Unraveling the Complexity of Healthcare Leadership Recruitment The search for strong healthcare leaders extends beyond standard recruitment methods.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Indeed, executives often see themselves as industry or functional domain expertswhether in tech, health sciences, finance, or as an engineer, designer, or head of operations. For example, evidence shows that for most of us, operating on fewer than six hours of sleep is equivalent to operating while drunk. In the U.S.,

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Sales Wolf Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Leaders who possess strong business acumen capacity do not just respond to the present; they anticipate the future, aligning their teams and resources to navigate complexity and seize opportunities before the opportunity presents itself. In the dynamic environment of a rapidly scaling business, this ability is absolutely indispensable.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 2, 2023

W HEN A CEO first assumes their position or joins a new company, they’re often quick to make changes to the executive team, creating a group of trusted advisors who will drive their strategic agenda. In recent years, many industries have been disrupted by technological change. Take, for instance, the automotive industry.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Understanding the Evolving Role of a Chief Operating Officer In the ever-evolving world of business, the role of a Chief Operating Officer (COO) is undergoing numerous transformations. Their role expands beyond mere efficient operations, reaching into complex problem-solving, organizational design, and corporate transformation.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 1, 2024

At the heart of every successful business enterprise is the unmistakable influence of a Chief Operating Officer– they oversee daily operations, improve processes, and promote innovation and transformation. The COO’s influence extends far beyond mere operational management.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 15, 2025

When guided by data-driven insights, these experience-focused initiatives can substantially improve team members’ feelings about their work. Rather than treating staff as a function of operations, executives are leveraging an employee-centric ethos to spark innovation and drive sustainable growth.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

When you don’t pay enough attention to strategy, you and your team end up lost in a wilderness of meaningless, unproductive busyness. When you embrace effective leadership strategy and tactics, they’ll work together to help you, your teams, and organization thrive. Do you and your team hold one another accountable for commitments?

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HR Digest

MARCH 3, 2023

The introduction of HR technology has revolutionized the way HR departments operate. HR tech has allowed HR teams to streamline their processes, automate tedious tasks, and focus on more strategic initiatives. We will explore how these technologies can be leveraged to streamline HR operations and improve overall efficiency.

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2017

Team dynamics is one of the overlooked parts of a business. Yet it affects so much of a how a business operates, from the individual in the team to the company as a collection of teams to the entire market place. If a team is out of sync or out of flow, things happen slowly or at worst not at all. Michael Jordan.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2024

We leverage our global network to access high-caliber professionals across research and development, clinical operations, regulatory affairs, and commercialization disciplines. Organizations are competing not only within the industry but also with sectors like technology and healthcare for similar skill sets.

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Next Level Blog

MARCH 12, 2025

At least three things seem to be critical for executive leaders and their leadership teams in a BANI operating environment: agility, seamless, no drama collaboration, setting the early warning radar system to high. Having the agility to quickly respond as a team is going to be critical. Take care of yourself and your team.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2023

The Role of Executive Search Firms in the Technology Industry Executive search firms play a vital role in the technology industry by helping organizations navigate the complex talent acquisition landscape. Technology leaders must possess diverse skills and competencies in this ever-changing landscape.

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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.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 12, 2021

T O THRIVE in a new, more tumultuous era of social tension, economic nationalism, and technological revolution, you need to go beyond great. And third is “a technological revolution fueled by the exponential growth of global data and digital technologies.”. Operating Beyond: Rethink How Their Companies Operate.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 12, 2023

As the healthcare industry continues to undergo rapid changes, driven by advancements in technology and evolving patient needs, it is crucial for healthcare organizations to stay ahead of the curve. However, implementing telemedicine requires the proper infrastructure, technology, and traditional healthcare delivery model changes.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

The 2020 Leaders25 Top CHRO Award is a list curated by a panel of N2Growth team members ( co-led by Jeffrey Cohn and Mike Myatt ), as well as outside advisory members to ensure objectivity and rigor in our selection process. He is the total package – a team player people love to work with and for. Selection Methodology.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 31, 2024

Interim executives need to be decisive and inspire and motivate their teams, fostering a positive and productive work environment even in uncertain times. Their strategic mindset and vision help align corporate objectives and guide teams toward achieving them.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 17, 2025

N2Growth, as a premier executive search and leadership advisory firm, recognizes the transformative influence a skilled Commercial Leader can wieldone who interlaces strategic vision, operational excellence, and people-centric leadership into a cohesive path toward profitability and innovation.

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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. 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

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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.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Their role transcends the mundane day-to-day operational helm, veering into orchestrating strategic blueprints, fostering growth, and cementing the long-term success of the enterprise. As customer expectations pivot and technological advantages rapidly continue, insurance executives must morph into agile learners.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Effective leaders in this space have the ability to optimize supply chain operations, streamline processes, and identify cost-saving opportunities. A strategic-minded CPO deeply understands market trends, supplier dynamics, and emerging technologies. Technology can play a pivotal role in the initial stages of the CPO search process.

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Leading Blog

MAY 6, 2024

T HE vast majority of today’s business leaders are either embarking on AI deployment to improve their operations or are considering it. Some 54 percent of organizations say AI has been cost-effective for their business operations. I learned this principle when helping clients brainstorm how best to leverage AI within their operations.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The Chief Operating Officer is an organization’s powerhouse, ensuring every process and experience in your business runs like a well-oiled machine. This key executive monitors daily operations, ensuring efficient and effective methods. Tech Savviness: Leveraging technology to boost operational efficiency.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 8, 2021

No matter how big or small the change you want to make, if you’re a team leader, it all comes down to you. We need frontline leaders to help workers bring their best selves to work each day, to find out what’s holding team members back and how to address it. And it starts with really understanding the role of the frontline team leader.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

This evolution is not just valuable; it’s vital; the expanding global marketplace and the relentless march of technological innovation have made the old models of leadership development ineffectual and obsolete. Executive development programs are being transformed by technology, which is also redefining the future of leadership.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 6, 2023

If you don’t pay enough attention to strategy, you and your team will end up lost in a wilderness of meaningless, unproductive busyness. When you can embrace effective leadership strategy and tactics, they will work together to help you, your team, and your organization thrive. Do you acknowledge and celebrate success?

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

The Current Digital Landscape Today’s digital landscape is constantly changing, revolutionizing how businesses and industries operate. Extensive networks, data streams, and state-of-the-art digital technologies are increasingly becoming the foundation of modern operational strategies.

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