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Leading Thoughts for March 28, 2024

Leading Blog

Executive coach Daniel Harkavy on the core coaching competency of discernment: “Discernment refers to the ability to see what is not visible, to understand what is not being said. Discernment enables a coach to ask effective questions, unearthing roadblocks, fears, and doubts that keep a team member from reaching his or her goals.

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What Works Better - Obedience or Commitment?

Mills Scofield

But what’s the best way to achieve that goal — control or empowerment? In other words, what works better, obedience or commitment? Some folks think it doesn’t matter what management style you use as long as you achieve your goals. That may ring true if being obedient is the same as being committed. Lead by example.

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From Yearly Goals to a Decade of Purposeful Growth

Next Level Blog

As the new year begins, most of us have goals or resolutions for 2024, but how many of us are working on a 10-year plan? For more than two decades, my wife Diane and I have been very intentional and consistent about visualizing our goals for the coming year and outlining the routines and actions that we think will best help us achieve them.

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What Top Nonprofit Executive Search Firms Have in Common

N2Growth Blog

Our deep understanding of the nonprofit industry is rooted in our commitment to staying informed and ahead of trends, next practices, and emerging issues facing the sector. This includes conducting in-depth interviews, reviewing past performance evaluations and references, and utilizing behavioral assessments.

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Education Executive Search: Shaping the Leaders of Tomorrow’s Institutions

N2Growth Blog

Educational leaders are not only responsible for the overall management of an institution but also for creating a vision, setting goals, and driving positive change. Moreover, effective leadership in educational institutions inspires and motivates stakeholders toward the shared goal of providing high-quality education.

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Board Governance Excellence: The Pinnacle of Organizational Success

N2Growth Blog

Boards that are steadfast in their pursuing of governance excellence are adept at traversing challenges, making enlightened decisions, and propelling the organization toward its envisioned goals. Moreover, identifying board members who epitomize strong ethical values and a commitment to transparency is paramount.

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Nonprofit Executive Search Firm: Your Ally in Mission-Driven Hiring

N2Growth Blog

Additionally, nonprofit executive search firms thoroughly understand the unique challenges and nuances of the nonprofit sector, ensuring that candidates are qualified and aligned with the organization’s values and goals. It’s crucial that the search firm understands and shares your organization’s values, mission, and goals.

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