N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

These leaders help navigate complex transformations, implement growth strategies, or fill critical skill gaps, ensuring continuity and minimizing risks associated with sudden leadership voids. When clear leadership is absent, employees may experience uncertainty, leading to decreased motivation, productivity, and higher turnover rates.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The Evolving Focus on Human Capital As geopolitical and economic uncertainties rise, investors are shifting their focus on businesses with a long-term perspective, placing increased emphasis on resilient, sustainable business models supported by strong leadership.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Today’s emerging leaders must develop a diverse set of skills to navigate an increasingly complex and fast-paced environment. My role as a coach is to help leaders develop these forward-thinking skills, ensuring they are prepared to lead effectively in a dynamic and uncertain future.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Complexity and uncertainty mean unpredictable business outcomes, yet decisions are made based on assumptions of certainty that don’t include the interdependence and emergence of your employees, customers, supply chain, and eventually, success. Leading in Complexity and Uncertainty. 21:14 Complexity is the reality. Get the Book.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The most successful leaders are those who embrace uniquely human skills—empathy, creativity, and adaptability. This skill helps you connect with your team on a personal level, fostering trust and loyalty. Consequently, as change becomes the new norm, teams look to leaders who navigate uncertainty with confidence and resilience.

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Leadership Freak

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Lack and uncertainty are growth opportunities. Growth points come disguised as untested skills, awkward opportunities, and uncomfortable situations. Pulling back means no growth. Push through. Your dreams require growth. Vision gives value of the struggle. Stretch in ways that fulfill your vision.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 25, 2024

McKinsey research indicates that 85% of the skills considered crucial for leadership success in the future don’t yet exist in most executive portfolios. Research shows that executives equipped with future-ready skills achieve 42% higher team performance ratings. These competencies form the foundation of future leadership success.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Organizations with strong commercial leadership are more adaptable and often outperform their peers in times of uncertainty– that’s today’s environment. Their efforts enhance the organization’s agility, enabling it to navigate uncertainties and maintain a competitive edge.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Still Standing : What It Takes to Thrive and Innovate in a Messy World by Cherry Rose Tan In a world of disruption and uncertainty, Still Standing emerges as a beacon of resilience, offering the essential strategies for navigating the pressures of building and leading our organizations into the future.

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Kevin Eikenberry

AUGUST 8, 2022

I’m naming uncertainty as the Word of Year now. The post The Word of the Year is Uncertainty. Time Magazine famously names a Person of the Year in December. We don’t even have to wait. I know, the future is always uncertain – the only time we have 20/20 vision is looking backwards.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Dealing with ambiguity is a competency quickly pushing its way up on the list of most wanted executive competencies, while simultaneously working its way down as a vital survival skill down the organization chart. Every manager and team member will be more effective with greater skill in this arena. It’s not easy. Start with you.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

When strategically designed, assessments can lead executives to sharpen their strategic thinking, refine their interpersonal skills, and ultimately guide teams toward sustainable success. The payoff is significant: leaders discover or refine skills that help them innovate, lead teams with greater empathy, and navigate challenges with resolve.

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Next Level Blog

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

So, is leading through a VUCA environment still an important skill set to have or develop? Uncertainty Uncertain environments are typically ones where there arent a lot of historical precedents to draw on for comparison and guidance. Combined with uncertainty, complexity can lead to option overload and analysis paralysis.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 22, 2024

Advanced leadership, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills are vital for navigating financial negotiations, driving profitability, and managing regulatory complexities. These skills enable CFOs to forecast more accurately and reduce uncertainty. Negotiation skills are equally crucial.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

Broadly speaking, there are peak pressure moments — “short, violent bursts of extreme importance and uncertainty” — and there is pressure over the long haul — “periods of grinding volume mixed with importance and uncertainty along the way.” Together they form the Pressure Equation : PRESSURE = IMPORTANCE x UNCERTAINTY x VOLUME.

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

The post Overcoming the Uncertainties of the Future of Work appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning. If that future looks murky, uncomfortable, or scary, you are not alone. And if you are looking not just for yourself but for your team or […].

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Career Advancement

DECEMBER 14, 2020

“Time and time again, our species has escaped existential threats by reinventing ourselves, finding new skills not coded in our genes to survive new challenges not previously encountered.” – David Grinspoon. Plenty of core competencies will remain essential skills for leaders in the future. Six Essential Skills for Future Leaders.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 14, 2025

The world is moving faster than ever, and leading through uncertainty can feel overwhelming. The Skills & Habits Make Better Decisions and Reduce Stress 32:19 Complex situations require different leadership tools. Episode 294: What if being a more flexible leader could help you make better decisions and lead with more confidence?

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 27, 2024

Organizational resilience is a quality that becomes apparent when businesses face adversity, especially during times of widespread uncertainty and constantly changing regulations. The responsibility lies with these leaders to navigate uncertainty and foster a culture emphasizing adaptability and innovation.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 1, 2025

Based on ancestral philosophy and the latest scientific research, Tiny Experiments provides a desperately needed reframing: Uncertainty can be a state of expanded possibility and a space for metamorphosis. What if instead we approached life as a giant playground for experimentation?

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Identifying potential visionary leaders early and nurturing their skills demonstrates foresight and commitment to the organization’s longevity. Maintaining a robust pipeline of capable future leaders is crucial for organizations aiming to thrive amid uncertainty and change. This roadmap will guide a holistic nurturing process.

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Lead from Within

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

It may be hard to think about the future when the present is so challenging, but in times of great change and uncertainty it’s more important than ever to stay a step—or several steps—ahead in your preparation. These are the skills you should be cultivating now to be successfully as a leader for the future. The Leadership Gap.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The ability to withstand disruptions, recover swiftly, and adapt to uncertainties is paramount in today’s volatile market. A successful COO must possess exceptional operational skills, align with the organization’s culture, and inspire teams to excel.

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Tanveer Naseer

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Without question, being an effective listener is definitely a critical skill for leaders to demonstrate, especially as workplaces continue to become more demographically diverse. And yet, even the best leaders can fail to truly listen and understand what their employees really need from them, especially during times of uncertainty about.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Necessary Leadership Skills for Innovation Officers To lead in the innovation space, a CIO must possess diverse skills. Communication: Excellent skills in articulating strategic visions and rallying stakeholders around innovative goals. It allows CIOs to spot new opportunities and tackle complex challenges head-on.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Radical honesty requires leaders to share strategic context, acknowledge uncertainties, and invite meaningful dialogue. Embrace the Power of Radical Honesty Traditional transparency isn’t enough in today’s complex business environment. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 6, 2023

You can acquire this essential skill, too,” explain Matt Watkinson and Csaba Konkoly , authors of the book, Mastering Uncertainty. Part 3 provides a deep dive into launching, growing and managing organizations that thrive on uncertainty. Not just that: they know how to thrive in it. Part 1 covers the element of chance.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MAY 3, 2021

Is that project still realistic with all this uncertainty? See Also: Leadership Skills- 6 Competencies You Can’t Lead Without. Leading Through Uncertainty. Almost without realizing it, that one small step turned into three or four more and before you know it, uncertainty recedes. What if we reorganize… again?

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

As an executive leadership coach, I’ve had the privilege of guiding leaders across various industries in honing their people leadership skills. Encourage openness by creating a culture where it’s okay to admit mistakes, ask for help, and share uncertainties.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Conversely, poorly managed transitions invite uncertainty that can erode employee morale, undermine client trust, and weaken competitive advantage. Without thoughtful communication, this uncertainty may manifest as lowered morale, eroded trust, and diminished productivity. Cultural alignment is a crucial dimension of evaluation.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 2, 2024

Nurturing Leadership Skills Leadership skills are essential for the success and growth of any enterprise. Executive coaching programs are instrumental in nurturing these skills and boosting overall performance. For entrepreneurs, continuously developing and honing these leadership abilities is crucial to staying ahead.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Preparing for the future of work means fostering flexibility, embracing technology, and developing skills that will carry teams through uncertain times. Leaders need the skills and mindset to navigate and lead through these shifts. As an executive leadership coach, Ive guided leaders through transformative periods.

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CO2

JUNE 12, 2020

In the last few months, the world has been learning devastating lessons from uncertainty. The Cliff of Uncertainty. For those clients whose best skill set is leading in Chaos and Complexity, they have been able to be opportunistic and see patterns for intervention during this time.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 31, 2024

One crucial skill for an effective interim executive is managing change seamlessly. 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.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 9, 2013

When considering great leadership skills, we focus on transmission skills–speaking and writing. I’m not recommending questions that prove how smart you are, but the probing questions that indicate your interest and uncertainty. Thoreau wrote: “It takes two to speak the truth – one to speak and another to hear.”

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leaderCommunicator

APRIL 10, 2023

Why Do Managers Need Good Communication Skills? This reality translates to one critical finding for top executives and communicators: managers need new communication skills and support to navigate the current world of work. These 6 skills are what we’ve identified as the most critical to master today.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

Interviewing is certainly not a time for self-deprecating remarks or uncertainty. My skills are highly transferable. I have a mentor who tells anyone interviewing for a job, “this is not the time to be humble.” ” To some extent that’s true. How to Approach an Interview With Confident Humility. Confidence Says.

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