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Disruptive Business Models | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

While much has been written about corporate vision, mission, process, leadership, strategy, branding and a variety of other business practices, it is the engineering of these practices to be disruptive that maximizes opportunities. Why didn’t IBM see Dell coming? How did Microsoft not keep Google at bay?

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Executive Hiring For a P.E. Portfolio Company – Tangential Opportunity

N2Growth Blog

Where to Expand the Search for Tangential Talent: Beyond relaxing specific credential requirements, success may hinge on the ability to think laterally and search for candidates with tangential experience. The CFO candidate might get by with only a broad sector experience in manufacturing, finance, or technology.

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Business Model Architecture | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

While most C-level execs have a general idea of what I’m referring to, it is also quite clear that most can’t even begin to define it, much less articulate the specific constructs of a sound business model. Furthermore, a business plan, strategic plan, marketing plan, capital formation plan, exit plan, etc.,

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Protecting Yourself Against Fraudulent Recruiters & Hiring Scams

N2Growth Blog

Reputable firms will have robust Non-Disclosure Agreements and Privacy Policies and take extra care to work with their partners to protect your sensitive data, like contact information, finances, and formal resumes. Referrals are often the cornerstone of a reputable executive search firm’s business model.

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5 Viable Options for Financing Your Small Business

Strategy Driven

Financing a small business isn’t always easy, but there are plenty of solutions available, no matter how bad your credit rating is. Before you start looking for finance, however, make sure you have a strong business plan. Luckily, specialist business models and bad credit doesn’t have to hold your business back.

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Doing Well By Doing Good With Darrin Williams, CEO Southern Bancorp

N2Growth Blog

Darrin had spent the last decade reinventing this sleepy bank—revamping the bank’s finances, providing liquidity to investors, raining new capital, and doubling down on operational efficiencies—and turning the organization into a regional bank that people truly admired. And it caught Professor Henderson’s eye.

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Key Strategies for Aspiring Entrepreneurs Considering Franchise Ownership

Strategy Driven

Budgeting wisely, preparing for unexpected expenses, and familiarizing oneself with various financing routes are elemental strategies for financial preparedness. Navigating financing options and loan opportunities. With these insights, the road to franchising success can be navigated with confidence and foresight.