N2Growth Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

Real-life examples of declining tenure among C-suite executives in Forbes Global 2000 or S&P 500 companies include General Electric (GE) and McDonald’s Corporation, which have witnessed shorter CEO tenures in the last decade. Over time, however, they may become entrenched in their ways, leading to a lack of innovation and agility.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The physics of a prism can also be applied to leadership: In an agile work environment, it is valuable to slow down and reconsider which leadership angle to take in particular situations. The PRISM Model offers five angles to leading people and forms the bedrock of leadership excellence. What is your purpose in life?

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 23, 2022

In this episode, Marisa Cleveland and Simon Cleveland draw on their combined forty years of experience in corporate, government, and higher education leadership to answer this question. Get the tools you need to make leadership part of your lifestyle. Relatable Leadership. Connect with Marisa and Simon. Marisa’s Twitter.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Today’s COO wears many hats and is instrumental in executing corporate strategy, fostering innovation, driving technological integration, and steering the company toward its goals with insightful leadership. Thus, empathy and inclusive leadership have emerged as indispensable traits in the modern COO’s repertoire.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 3, 2021

Global connectivity and greater access to a variety of platforms have shifted how we work. Like most business leadership roles, the C-suite isn’t exempt from this shift. The post Tech-Savvy Youth and the Future of C-Suite Leadership appeared first on N2Growth. So, what could this all mean for the future of the C-suite?

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 22, 2024

In leadership, what worked yesterday may not necessarily work today, let alone tomorrow. As business landscapes change and challenges evolve, your previous leadership strategies may become ineffective or even counterproductive. Embrace Agility and Flexibility: The markets are volatile, and rigid plans often falter.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

The fast pace of technological advancements, business growth, and market changes demands technology leaders to possess agility in thought that enables them to anticipate changes before they occur. Balancing Technical Expertise with Leadership Skills Soft skills are still critically important…even for technology leaders.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

Understanding the Core Values of N2Growth Based in King of Prussia, PA, N2Growth is a global leadership consulting firm known for its cutting-edge developmental methodologies. Our leadership and coaching solutions are trailblazing and underpinned by a robust philosophy driven by a core set of values.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

Understanding the Future of Executive Development The roles within senior leadership are evolving swiftly, and so too must the models in place to prepare future captains of industry. As industries continue to advance rapidly, executive development and leadership training have become increasingly important.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

These firms’ expertise and extensive networks help organizations identify and attract top talent for critical leadership roles. This can result in longevity, higher job satisfaction, increased productivity, and better overall performance in finance leadership roles.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

While networking remains a cornerstone of executive search, the true measure of success in the hunt for leadership excellence transcends the simple arithmetic of contacts. In today’s world, where digital transformation and agility define market leadership, clinging to outdated methods is a clear sign of a firm comfortable with mediocrity.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 19, 2024

There is friction between globalization and regional autonomy, a conflict between the desire for sustainability and the lure of rapid development, ongoing political uncertainties, and the ever-increasing impact of digital technology. These factors are redefining the shape of the global economic terrain.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 8, 2022

Now that we’ve identified the trends, let’s focus our attention on specific business problems to be solved by the addition of senior leadership talent in the consumer packaged goods space. The ability to “think small and local” must be balanced with the global vision of a large CPG company. Agility is key.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The Importance of Supply Chain Leadership Starts with the Chief Procurement Officer Supply chain leadership plays a pivotal role in driving organizational success and resilience in today’s dynamic business environment. One key reason why robust supply chain leadership is crucial is its impact on cost efficiency and profitability.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

Once highly dependent on local, personalized interactions, this sector is now evolving into a global practice that transcends geographical boundaries. This provides an expanded pool of client expertise and challenges coaches to navigate cultural nuances and broader leadership styles.

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Leading Blog

JULY 1, 2023

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in July 2023 curated just for you. The Leap to Leader : How Ambitious Managers Make the Jump to Leadership by Adam Bryant The chasm separating managers from leaders is widening as the skills required to be an effective leader grow in number and complexity.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

They understand the unique pressures and demands of leadership positions and can provide tailored guidance to help executives develop the skills and competencies needed to succeed. Effective Strategies for Implementing Board Advisor Coaching Board advisor coaching is a critical component of the leadership development process in organizations.

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 27, 2024

Businesses must adapt to survive and thrive, whether driven by technological advancements, economic shifts, or global crises. It encompasses flexibility, agility, and the capacity to recover quickly from setbacks. Cultivating Talent and Leadership People are the driving force behind organizational resilience.

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Lead Change Blog

MARCH 2, 2021

Welcome to the March 2021 Leadership Development Carnival! We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. David Moser of Decisive Blog writes The Power of “And” in Leadership Communication.

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Lead Change Blog

MARCH 29, 2019

Scaling Leadership provides a proven framework for magnifying agile and scalable leadership in your organization by multiplying high-achieving leaders at scale. What compelled you to write Scaling Leadership ? million 360 rater surveys in our global database. million 360 rater surveys in our global database.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

T HE INEVITABLE CONSEQUENCE of leading in an increasingly complex world is that we will have developmental gaps in our leadership. In the words of Robert Anderson and William Adams, authors of Scaling Leadership , “We are running an Internal Operating System that is not complex enough for the complexity we face.

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Great Leadership By Dan

MARCH 12, 2019

Guest post from Fiona Murden : In 1998 I graduated from business school feeling I knew all there was to know about leadership. As a result, those critical aspects of good leadership become even more important. Hence, I believe the fundamentals of good leadership are as true today as they ever were, but with a twist: 1.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2023

This deep understanding allows them to develop a customized search strategy and target individuals with the technical expertise and leadership qualities required for success in the technology industry. The complexity of the IT landscape necessitates specialized knowledge and skills beyond traditional leadership attributes.

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HR Digest

APRIL 9, 2024

Diversity isn’t just a value at Intel—it’s fundamental, with initiatives like the Alliance for Global Inclusion driving collective impact. Pambianchi advises startup leaders to prioritize human capital management, stressing the importance of assembling agile teams. My advice is to treat that as job #1. Don’t compromise.

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Great Leadership By Dan

OCTOBER 8, 2015

So rapid is the pace of new developments, and so diverse the forms of competition, that many large corporations struggle to be agile enough to compete. Not surprisingly, the need for organizational agility sits high on executive agendas everywhere. For agility the “art” of strategizing is needed.

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2020

That requires better strategic thinking, creativity and innovation, and greater agility and responsiveness. I believe, as a consequence, that we need more significant and different investment in leadership development, especially where we need transformational change. If leadership begins with the individual, then let’s start there.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

She has a new book, Build Your Cultural Agility: The Nine Competencies of Successful Global Professionals and offers a free web tool to assess cultural agility at myGiide.com. * * * Follow us on Instagram and Twitter for additional leadership and personal development ideas. * * *

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Skip Prichard

JANUARY 2, 2024

The H1N1 outbreak tested the resilience of our global health systems. Time does not merely pass; it propels us forward into a changing landscape of leadership and innovation. The Ticking Clock of Leadership The essence of time in leadership is more than a ticking clock—it’s the rhythm of progress, the heartbeat of change.

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Coaching Tip

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Their book, "ACCELERATING PERFORMANCE: How Organizations Can Mobilize, Execute, and Transform with Agility" demonstrates a research-backed approach to how organizations and leaders can drive transformation in a highly disruptive, ever-changing world. Related articles. Team Building Emotional Bonds. Why do Salespeople Fail?

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HR Digest

OCTOBER 27, 2023

We delve into the pivotal milestones that define Dávila’s exceptional leadership journey, painting a vivid portrait of his strategic acumen and the collaborative spirit steering Aon EMEA toward unparalleled success. How does your leadership align with this vision? For me, leadership is all about teamwork.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 12, 2021

There are three fundamental forces that are transforming the nature of global businesses. And third is “a technological revolution fueled by the exponential growth of global data and digital technologies.”. Strategy #3: Refine Your Global Game. Second is “rising economic nationalism and the ongoing erosion of U.S.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

I was fortunate to work in corporate recruiting for a global technology company in 2008 when the idea of a remote workforce was embraced. Embracing this model allows businesses to tap into a global talent pool, which can drive innovation and growth. The recent COVID pandemic was a turning point for remote workforce transformation.

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CO2

JANUARY 5, 2024

The Rise of Coaching in Leadership Development The role of coaches in shaping successful leadership has been increasingly recognized in the modern corporate landscape. This significant growth highlights the evolving importance in developing effective leadership.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JANUARY 26, 2017

Facebook, Apple, or PayPal, all enjoy global success. These companies have “going global” down—they perform strongly in international markets, and can execute across borders because they embed globalization on their daily executive discussions. Being decisive on how to prioritize global expansion is key here.

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Tanveer Naseer

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Champions of the Greater Good – The CEO of a large, global educational services company is reorganizing to increase its impact in the company’s areas of focus. She needs her leadership team to collaborate across silos, make difficult strategic and operational decisions and lead with a more integrated “One Company” mindset.

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Experience to Lead

JANUARY 29, 2024

From the 2008 global financial crisis to the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing, devastating effects of war and conflict, real leadership is required to navigate these challenging times. What is VUCA Leadership? If businesses are to get through difficult experiences, strong leadership is essential.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 21, 2024

This shift isn’t merely a response to global changes; it’s a deliberate step towards fostering a more agile, inclusive, and resilient work ethos. This transformative trend seamlessly blends traditional office boundaries with the digital realm, empowering organizations to redefine their professional landscape.

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