Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 25, 2023

“Growth is a leadership issue, not a sales issue,” he adds. And why the relationship that executives and leaders have with the sales organization is among the most important elements of growth leadership. The Growth Leader reveals how top executives create profitable growth through the intersection of strategy, leadership, and sales.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 1, 2023

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in March 2023 curated just for you. The Four Workarounds : Strategies from the World's Scrappiest Organizations for Tackling Complex Problems by Paulo Savaget We constantly encounter complex problems at home, in our places of work, and in society at large.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 1, 2022

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in January 2022. Win from Within : Build Organizational Culture for Competitive Advantage by James Heskett. There is significant evidence that an effective organizational culture provides a major competitive edge?higher

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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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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 18, 2024

The Scope and Significance of Global Executive Search Securing top leadership talent is essential in the dynamic and fast-paced business world. Their reach extends beyond borders, tapping into a wider pool of talent and thus making their services invaluable to corporations seeking to fill critical leadership roles.

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 24, 2019

However, new research by Accenture has quantified the impact of trust on a company’s competitiveness. Accenture Strategy defines trust as “a consistent experience of competence, integrity, honesty, transparency, commitment, purpose and familiarity.” And the bottom line is that trust is anything but soft. What is trust?

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2018

Some business leaders eager to keep a competitive advantage often invest in new technologies without fully understanding how to harness their potential or fully considering how digital technologies will meet the company’s needs. Digital transformation starts at a strategic level with leadership being committed to change.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Understanding the Role of a Chief Commercial Officer In the complex world of corporate leadership, a Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) holds a pivotal role. 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.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 19, 2024

The expectation is that their extensive networks and vast resources will deliver the world-class leadership talent they need to drive their organizations forward. In an era where leadership quality is a key differentiator, these limitations can have significant strategic consequences. The result?

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Additionally, other intricacies include managing different time zones, creating a robust digital infrastructure to support work, and developing strategies to sustain employee engagement. The Competitive Advantages of a Digital Workplace: Lessons Learned The lines between personal and work have only become more blurred over the last decade.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

In today’s leadership and strategy methodologies, leaders and organizations need to have five strategic rules of leadership clarity present in order to achieve greater outcomes of effort within their organizational designs. Your competitive advantage must transition to become a strategic advantage using the five strategic rules.

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Experience to Lead

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The story is no different when it comes to developing a leadership strategy in times of change. Whether it be a global pandemic, a company restructuring or a merger, a leadership strategy is crucial if you want to manage shifts and times of uncertainty. By embracing the potential for change, you can harness its power.

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Rich Gee Group

MARCH 5, 2024

Furthermore, authenticity extends beyond the message itself; it must permeate the actions and behaviors of the organization's leadership. Take Action: Hold a leadership training session on delivering authentic, transparent communications during the transformation.

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Lead from Within

JULY 31, 2023

Leadership is a crucial aspect of any organization, and it’s important for leaders to constantly evaluate their own behavior and practices to ensure they are leading in the right direction. Do you want to retain your competitive advantage? Are you falling behind your competition? Are you leading with ego?

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Rich Gee Group

MARCH 5, 2024

Furthermore, authenticity extends beyond the message itself; it must permeate the actions and behaviors of the organization's leadership. Take Action: Hold a leadership training session on delivering authentic, transparent communications during the transformation.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

This executive role focuses on developing and implementing human resources strategies to manage the workforce and create a positive organizational culture. Chief People Officer Role Overview: The CPO oversees talent management, recruitment, and retention strategies to ensure the organization has the right individuals in place.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 11, 2024

Harnessing Coopetition for Success To maximize the benefits of coopetition , organizations can adopt the following strategies: Identify Complementary Partners: Seek competitors with complementary resources, capabilities, or market strengths. Establishing effective channels ensures smooth coordination and information flow.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 16, 2023

Instead, they start with a strong business strategy and an acute understanding of who they are as a brand. A challenger strategy. Challenger brands require a marketing strategy that challenges category convention and doesn’t simply mimic the moves of the leader or other successful category competitors. Challenger promises.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In the rapidly evolving world of leadership, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. By leveraging predictive analytics, you can anticipate market shifts, customer preferences, and potential challenges, allowing you to proactively adjust your strategies. This personalized guidance enhances the quality of your decisions.

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Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 5, 2021

Welcome to the January 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. Communication. Julie Winkle Giulioni shared How to Navigate Year-End Reviews for Employees.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2023

The strength of governance can be significantly amplified with the employment of a dedicated leadership team. This leadership should be committed to the organization’s vision, mission, and core values. On the other hand, high performance is often a manifestation of excellent corporate governance.

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2019

I’m sure you’ve heard of the terms Emotional Quotient (EQ) and Intelligence Quotient (IQ); but few people have heard of Adaptability Quotient (AQ), especially as it relates to leadership. In part due to their agile and adaptable leadership style, they are able to create self-managing teams that collaborate together on projects.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 1, 2013

Here''s a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in June. Icons and Idiots : Straight Talk on Leadership by Bob Lutz. The End of Competitive Advantage : How to Keep Your Strategy Moving as Fast as Your Business by Rita Gunther McGrath. For bulk orders call 1-800-423-8273.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JANUARY 23, 2020

Effective leaders are masters of business strategy. Now, the types of leadership qualities that show up on list after list are there for good reason. The business benefits of compassion, kindness, and empathy are less obvious, especially in an uber-competitive world. This is the power of empathy at work. The POWER of Empathy?

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 6, 2021

Welcome to the April 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. Communication. Find Dan on Twitter at @DanOestreich. Follow Ken on Twitter @RapidStartLdr.

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Strategy Driven

JUNE 21, 2021

Aside from adjusting your business model as part of your growth strategy, you should also hire flexible employees with the capacity to learn and grow with the business. Continue reading to learn how incorporating a growth mindset in your business strategy helps you add value to the company. Embrace Integrated Learning Systems.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 28, 2015

Global Practice Chair, Strategy N2Growth. Most organizations, and even most strategy consultants, are using strategic planning frameworks built for business models that were designed during the industrial age. IT’S TIME TO INNOVATE STRATEGY. By Mark Hefner. These methods are antiquated in both efficiency and effectiveness.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 11, 2024

As disruptors in the organization, they hold the onus to align the company’s brand mission with a creative yet commercially viable business strategy. It presents a fine line where, on the one hand, the CMO must unleash the power of creative minds to develop innovative strategies that can distinguish the brand.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The Power of Tailored Solutions for Professional Growth – Coaching or Consulting Tailored leadership solutions are the bedrock of professional growth. In today’s competitive landscape, one size no longer fits all. Each individual has unique needs and aspirations that require a tailored approach to maximize leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

Finding innovators in the life sciences industry The importance of innovative leadership cannot be overstated. Organizations can gain a competitive advantage by identifying and attracting these innovators, accelerating research and development efforts, and ultimately driving their businesses forward in an increasingly competitive landscape.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2020

O NE OF THE MOST challenging leadership problems is to get people to speak up , especially as it concerns realizing the value of the “small voice in the room.”. Instead, another startup, employing a similar technology strategy, but running months behind, gained traction. It ultimately went public and ultimately was sold for $3 billion.

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In the CEO Afterlife

JUNE 17, 2012

I’ve read a lot of books on strategy. I was devoted to master strategies and “big play” innovations that ideally positioned a company to dominate their chosen market(s) and enjoy sustainable competitive advantage. The philosophy begins with a mindset obsessed with the competition. No big deal. People who hustle.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Assign a leader to this organization and establish a leadership team to support that person. This team’s deliverable is an integrated business plan, which must include minimum price and service-level commitments as well as strategies for greater value creation. His strategies appear in numerous books, articles, and business reviews.

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Mills Scofield

JANUARY 10, 2014

Culture Dorie Clark Innovation Leadership Networking Strategy' That’d be great, of course, but innovation expert Deb Mills-Scofield says connecting with a big name may not be as helpful as you’d think.

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Eric Jacobson

MAY 11, 2016

"Achieving Stragility is the key to competitive advantage that lasts," they add. You'll learn that as a leader you must constantly adjust both strategies and execution to achieve winning goals. Without ongoing agility, even good strategies will fail. That agility is a key part of Stragility.

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HR Digest

APRIL 6, 2023

In today’s fast-paced business world, companies must stay agile and have a competitive advantage to succeed. One way to ensure success is by aligning business strategy with human resources strategy. In this article, we look at why HR strategy is important for businesses and how they can go about strategic planning.

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Joseph Lalonde

APRIL 4, 2018

It’s here that corporate leaders can learn a lot, particularly now that it’s becoming increasingly apparent that people (not products or processes) are the largest source of competitive advantage for a business. It’s not like one leadership style works in every situation. ”. This is a guest article by Cody Royle.

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