N2Growth Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

One transformative strategy gaining popularity among leading companies is establishing a junior advisory board, also known as a shadow board. By collaborating closely with senior management on strategic initiatives, such a board offers a unique viewpoint that can significantly influence the company’s direction.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 13, 2024

Understanding the Role of a Chief Revenue Officer The Chief Revenue Officer role has become increasingly important in the constantly evolving world of business management. Their data-driven approach helps identify potential markets, streamline operations, and improve customer relationships, crucial for overall business expansion and growth.

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Rich Gee Group

JULY 31, 2023

A Game-Changing Blueprint for Empowering Middle Managers Designing and delivering a top-notch middle manager program is all about delivering relevance and value. A well-crafted program must address middle managers’ specific challenges, equip them with the essential tools to overcome these obstacles, and make the journey rewarding.

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Joseph Lalonde

DECEMBER 23, 2022

1) Invest in Employees: Investing in an employee is one of the most effective ways to benefit all company stakeholders. By investing in employees, companies can create a positive working environment where employees feel valued and appreciated. It also helps to retain top talent that otherwise would have moved on to other companies.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

This position is often seen as the linchpin of a company’s commercial strategy, controlling marketing, sales, and customer service efforts to achieve optimal success. In addition, the CCO manages and implements strategies to drive revenue growth, break into new market segments, and foster customer engagement.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 30, 2024

This strong ethical framework mitigates risky behavior and guides the company toward responsible and sustainable growth. How Boards of Directors Can Influence Corporate Sustainability In paving the way towards corporate sustainability, the Board of Directors plays a crucial role in setting the organization’s strategic direction.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

How leaders operated within, or pushed against, the constraints of their time illustrate characteristics of responsibility, vision, sacrifice, and more. When there is peace and economic prosperity, leaders can do well, but their main role is one of management — making sure things stay stable.

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 24, 2024

Notwithstanding these challenges, the advantages—which include lower freight expenses, more frequent shipment, and the capacity to carry smaller quantities without holding up shipping for a full trailer—make it a top choice for companies trying to streamline their supply chain. Such efficiencies translate to lower greenhouse gas emissions.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 24, 2020

I am no stranger to the challenges of candidate management during a crisis. While in the second year of my profession the great recession hit and had a significant impact on my area of expertise including venture capital, and private equity-backed technology companies.

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Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In the modern era of technology and business, fleet management has witnessed a transformative shift. As the need for mobility grows and environmental concerns rise, businesses are keen to optimize their fleet operations not only for cost-effectiveness but also for sustainability and efficiency.

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The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Research from Pepperdine University suggests that when managers become actively involved as volunteers in communities facing challenges, they have the potential to foster an environment of respect, advocacy, and collaboration. A staggering 92% of managers acknowledged experiencing personal growth through their participation in the program.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 31, 2011

I have watched entrepreneurs and executives initially trivialize the value of influence in a capital transaction, only to regret it down the road. Savvy CEOs simply aren’t in a rush to close the deal and secure the funding if it means sacrificing knowledge, experience and influence. of their portfolio companies.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Robust supply chain leadership ensures effective oversight and management of the end-to-end supply chain processes, from procurement to delivery. Effective leaders in this space have the ability to optimize supply chain operations, streamline processes, and identify cost-saving opportunities.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

They are subject matter experts in their field, the brightest minds, and equipped with the immense technical skills and experience to be at the helm of the world’s most powerful and disruptive companies. Here is why your organization should be interested in partnering with an executive coaching company.

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Great Leadership By Dan

APRIL 9, 2020

And her top opinion, her absolute top pet peeve is when a leader or manager says one thing and does another. One area where this is absolutely critical is when it comes to company values, the subject of my new book, ‘ Bringing Your Values Out to Play’. What purpose do they serve to your company? But why are values important?

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Next Level Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Back in my own days as an executive, I was hugely influenced by a book called The Discipline of Market Leaders. The authors argued that companies had to pick between one of three paths to value creation and success in the market – operational excellence, customer intimacy or product leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 11, 2024

More companies are realizing they can achieve greater success by combining collaborative efforts with competitive actions, giving rise to the term “coopetition.” In this mutually beneficial environment, companies can accelerate their learning curves, share risks, and foster a culture of innovation.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2010

Understanding how to leverage the influence factor can make a defining difference in your ability to drive change, build cohesive teams, and to successfully implement strategic vision. As a leader your “Influence Quotient” is the IQ you need to pay attention to.

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The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

However, businesses are facing significant challenges in explicitly designing, managing, and measuring trust in the realm of digital technology. As a result, these businesses risk falling behind in implementing data security and management standards, hampering their growth and competitiveness.

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Rich Gee Group

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

In today's fast-paced corporate environment, it's easy for companies to become so entangled in the daily grind that their overarching purpose becomes a distant memory. Regularly communicate how individual roles and projects tie back to the company's purpose. This can be through surveys, suggestion boxes, or regular check-ins.

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Great Leadership By Dan

OCTOBER 12, 2017

Guest post from Larry Sternberg and Kim Turnage: What would your organization be like if every employee had a great manager? In every organization, managers are a key leverage point to drive higher performance and better business results. The impact managers have on turnover and engagement go straight to the organization’s bottom line.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Furthermore, with AI algorithms’ ability to actively learn and improve over time, strategic decision-making, talent management , and operational efficiency may achieve new heights. This potential redefines traditional leadership roles and strategies, bringing a new dimension to corporate management.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 8, 2022

The evolution of new technologies and the COVID-19 pandemic have greatly influenced consumer habits worldwide, consumers are becoming more demanding, and companies are working on efficiencies to offset the negative impact of inflation on their P&Ls. Leaders are working on efficiencies to offset these challenges. Agility is key.

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The Horizons Tracker

JANUARY 22, 2024

Efficiently managing the money a company needs to run its daily operations, known as working capital, is crucial for success. This connection between good working capital management and how well a company does can be complicated. The research looked at 1,054 American manufacturing companies from 2011 to 2013.

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Rich Gee Group

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Analyze which areas of your operations could benefit the most from AI integration. Supply chain management? Prioritize Data Management: AI thrives on data. As an executive, ensuring your business has a robust data management strategy is paramount. Is it customer service? Product recommendations?

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 6, 2013

The refinery was in search of one lucky individual to navigate the troubled waters between management, the union, and the hourly associates. I sensed the disintegrated teamwork at the oil company and knew my efforts would be futile in that perfect storm of animosity. I found my Fully Integrated Team.

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 15, 2022

Scarcely is there a more unloved bunch than the humble NHS manager. A recent study from LSE suggests there may be an element of truth to the accusation, as hospitals that hired more managers, or indeed spent more on management, didn’t seem to perform any better (or worse) than hospitals that spent less on management.

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CoachStation

MARCH 14, 2023

Your success and satisfaction depends on numerous factors, many of which you can influence and control. According to a study by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), effective onboarding can increase employee retention by 25% and improve productivity by up to 50%. Does onboarding and early support really matter?

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CoachStation

MARCH 14, 2023

Your success and satisfaction depends on numerous factors, many of which you can influence and control. According to a study by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), effective onboarding can increase employee retention by 25% and improve productivity by up to 50%. Does onboarding and early support really matter?

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 23, 2010

I was recently asked the following question: “What is the difference between CRM and CEM, or is there any difference between the two?&# In a previous post I addressed the practice of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) in fairly great detail. As most of you know I am a huge fan of well conceived CRM initiatives.

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Engaging Leader

DECEMBER 14, 2015

Holacracy is a fundamentally different “operating system” for organizations. Holacracy revolutionizes how a company is structured, how decisions are made, and how authority is distributed. Perhaps the best-known examples of companies who have adopted Holacracy are Zappos and David Allen Company. “No in our organizations.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 13, 2023

Vertical integration extended their chain of operations, bringing inside their boundaries suppliers at one end (“upstream”) and customers at the other (“downstream”). An automobile company might have bought a supplier of its batteries, or created its own dealerships.

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CoachStation

MAY 19, 2020

This has been triggered by the recent Covid-19 environment, improvements in technology, recognised cost-savings and manager/employee attitudes. Remote management adds significantly to the requirement for effective leadership. This influences how managers operate and continue to develop new skills within the modern work environment.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 16, 2019

She was the chief operating officer of a large company, and this was the leadership conference for her company. This left the concept of “leadership” less related to apparent authority and more to subtle influence. She had heard me rave about the CEO of this company. no wig and no hat.

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 16, 2024

An informed comparison between EFT and ACH differences enables smart decision-making, ensuring effective cash flow management and cost savings in various financial activities. Aligning payment methods with business cycles and operational demands can streamline cash flow management and optimize financial planning.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

By conducting regular evaluations, companies can gain valuable insights into the performance and effectiveness of their board members, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes. These indicators are measurable and specific metrics that provide objective insights into the effectiveness of board operations.

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CO2

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

This is where business coaching and leadership development emerges as not just a support system, but a critical investment in the future of your company. Here’s how business coaching can create a significant impact: Increased Efficiency : By identifying areas of inefficiency, business coaching helps streamline operations.

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