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Executive Search Firms in Finance: Unlocking Fiscal Leadership

N2Growth Blog

Every organization has unique dynamics and strategic goals, from investment banks to hedge funds and private equity firms. By partnering closely with clients, executive search firms gain valuable insights into the culture, values, and business objectives of the organizations they are working with.

Finance 411
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How Does Private Equity Investing Work?

Women on Business

Private equity investors look for companies that have a high potential for growth and that have business objectives that make sense to the business model. Unlike a bank loan, the private equity investors have a stake in the company as shareholders, giving them a vested interest in making sure the company is successful.

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What It Takes To Turn Your Failing Business Around

Strategy Driven

Leadership is a significant part of any business, and it’s highly recommended to get the right executive team to hold the fort. A strong executive team is supposed to make decisions to steer business objectives, and that starts with your hiring decisions. Pay critical attention to your cash inflows and outflows.

Finance 85
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Earn Customer Loyalty Without Losing Your Shirt

Harvard Business Review

We know of one retail bank that gave their call center representatives the edict to "delight" customers and permission to waive up to $150 in fees for any customer without seeking any additional authorization. But employees often lack the experience, judgment, and discipline necessary to achieve this without breaking the bank.

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The Big Picture of Business – Business Success Checklist

Strategy Driven

Development of core business supplier relationships. Running the business. Objective analysis of how the organization has operated to date. Banking and investing plan is annually updated, with realistic, measurable goals. Utilization of industry consultants or technical specialists. Formalize the organizational structure.

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Earn Customer Loyalty Without Losing Your Shirt

Harvard Business Review

We know of one retail bank that gave their call center representatives the edict to "delight" customers and permission to waive up to $150 in fees for any customer without seeking any additional authorization. But employees often lack the experience, judgment, and discipline necessary to achieve this without breaking the bank.

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Your Leadership Development Program Needs an Overhaul

Harvard Business Review

We find that the most forward-thinking companies are identifying and growing leaders in the midst of pursuing critical business objectives, as opposed to sending them off to far-flung educational programs and hoping they return with “big” insights about themselves and the world. What works instead?