N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Understanding the Role of Executive Coachee Programs in Enhancing Leadership Performance Executive coachee programs are crucial in enhancing leadership performance among top executives in today’s competitive corporate landscape. These programs offer numerous benefits that can significantly enhance leadership performance.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 22, 2024

It delves into the complex layers of leadership, team building, strategy formation, decision-making, and emotional intelligence. Here is where executive coaching comes into play – stepping up as a catalyst that bolsters these skills and fosters an environment for continuous leadership development.

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Rich Gee Group

AUGUST 22, 2023

Such behaviors can lead to a toxic culture that stifles growth and innovation. This article explores four strategies to reinforce leadership growth by considering the unique context of the company's culture and organizational structure, ensuring that development efforts are effective and resonant with all members of the organization.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The decision to seek a new president often arises from various factors, such as the retirement or departure of the current president, a desire for fresh perspectives and innovative ideas, or the need to address specific challenges within the higher education institution.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Understanding the Purpose: Defining the objectives and goals of our C-Suite evaluation process. Defining the objectives and goals of our C-Suite evaluation process is a crucial step in ensuring its effectiveness. This includes assessing their leadership skills, strategic thinking abilities, and cultural fit within the organization.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 25, 2024

It’s the driving force behind productivity, innovation, and overall success. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve witnessed the transformative power of leaders who prioritize and nurture employee engagement. Regular, constructive feedback helps employees grow and fosters a culture of continuous improvement.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 25, 2024

Great leaders understand that fostering a cohesive workplace is not just about managing people; it’s about inspiring and guiding a unified team towards shared goals. Ensure that each team member understands their role in achieving this shared goal. Lead by Example: Leading by example is a hallmark of exceptional leadership.

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Great Results Team Building

JANUARY 25, 2022

Learning and applying these lessons can provide management insight and superior leadership qualities. Here are some excellent leadership lessons that we can learn from musicians. Sustaining a leadership role requires support; it is as simple as that. Leadership requires a person to have a clear end goal.

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CO2

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

This inherent trait, while essential for processing vast amounts of information, can sometimes lead us astray in your leadership decision making processes. The Leadership Challenge: Navigating Cognitive Biases The challenge for leaders lies in recognizing how this predictive nature can influence y ou in your leadership decision making.

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CO2

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Introduction: The Essence of Energy Leadership In his influential book, “ Energy Leadership : Transforming your Workplace and your Life from the Core,” Bruce Schneider introduces a groundbreaking concept: the two forms of energy that impact our lives and leadership styles – anabolic and catabolic energy.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JULY 16, 2019

Guest post from Tabitha Laser: What is leadership? Since joining the workforce more than 25 years ago, and serving as a leader for numerous organizations, it’s apparent that leadership means very different things to different people. This is the first in a series of leadership books she calls “The Deadly Practices.”.

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CO2

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

What is Bad Leadership? Bad leadership encompasses a range of behaviors, qualities, and styles that negatively impact an organization , its employees, and its goals. Here are some key aspects that define bad leadership: Poor Communication : Bad leaders often fail to communicate effectively with their team.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Provide clear direction: The most effective leaders, understand that employees need clear direction and goals in order to succeed. Offer constructive feedback: The best leaders offer constructive and regular feedback, they know it is essential for helping their employees reach their full potential.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 27, 2016

An executive at a company I work with recently told me: “W e have very creative employees who want to be innovative but find many obstacles created by the cultural opposition to it. We spend a lot of time training and encouraging employees at all levels how to be more creative and innovation. Allow employees time to innovate.

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HR Digest

AUGUST 26, 2023

By actively engaging in conflict resolution, leaders can create a harmonious work environment where issues are addressed promptly and constructively. Effective collaboration leads to improved problem-solving, innovation, and overall team success. Leaders must provide clear instructions, expectations, and goals to their teams.

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Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 19, 2024

Here are the 12 golden rules of effective communication from Paul Falcone , as highlighted in his book, 2600 Phrases for Setting Effective Performance Goals. Deliver bad news quickly, constructively, and in a spirit of professional development. selfless leadership," otherwise known as "servant leadership").

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Great Results Team Building

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The longer I work with teams and help organizations with events and experiences to improve their culture and productivity, the more clear it has become to me that TEAMWORK, TEAM BUILDING, MORALE, and WORKPLACE CULTURE are all symptoms of leadership. One of the primary roles of a leader is to provide clear goals and objectives for the team.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Most people think of leadership in terms of influence and power. As an executive leadership coach, I have spent a significant amount of time coaching leaders around the world in learning the truth. At the core of leadership it’s more about the people they lead than their own authority and influence.

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CO2

DECEMBER 12, 2023

“Executive coaching is a professional development process where an experienced coach works with executives, managers, and other high-potential individuals to enhance their leadership and management skills. Leadership Skills: A New Paradigm In the realm of executive coaching , leadership development takes center stage.

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Mike Cardus

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

I wonder how do we move beyo nd or stop this leadership fetishization. From my limited understanding of work complexity and leadership , the who matters (perhaps more than the what). How does leadership and ethics of who and what happen? ” – – The emergence of leadership by Douglas Griffin pg 195.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

Now legitimized, these ideas rub against someone’s differing perceptions, values, or goals, which prompts them to champion the virtue of their position. Twenty-one months (yep, that’s how long this election has been going on) is a long time for once unthinkable, out-of-bounds notions and behaviors to move from the fringe to the norm.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Regular board evaluations and leadership assessments provide valuable insights into the board’s dynamics, functioning, and overall effectiveness. Regular assessments allow boards to align their skills, experiences, and perspectives with the strategic goals and objectives of the organization.

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Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 10, 2014

Posted in Leadership Development A small group of us meet monthly for coffee, connection and conversation. BIG works with individuals and organizations to create cultures of constructive dissent, respectful irreverence, unrelenting empathy, character-based leadership mavericks, and unparalleled performance.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 13, 2016

There is much to be said about leadership, and there is no shortage of descriptive words one uses when talking about leaders – influential, dedicated, globally thinking, focused, etc. – Creativity and Leadership. It’s difficult to find the perfect balance between creativity and leadership. Creativity Killers. Not Listening.

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Experience to Lead

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Whether you’re employed in a technology-first corporation, oversee operations in a retail chain or run a healthcare organization, every sector demands effective leadership. Even in situations where a person has been in leadership roles for years, the need to constantly be learning and upskilling never disappears.

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HR Digest

JANUARY 12, 2024

It is a crucible where tradition and innovation clash, forging a new paradigm in workforce dynamics. The year demands that the pulse of innovation beats strongest within the corridors of a dynamic and future-focused HR strategy. The architects of this revolution are the bold and forward-thinking leaders in human resources.

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HR Digest

AUGUST 26, 2023

In fact, healthy conflict can foster innovation, creativity, and growth within teams. Leadership Approach Conflict: Divergent leadership styles within an organization can create tension and conflict. Enhanced Problem-Solving and Innovation: Conflict can lead to the exploration of different perspectives, ideas, and approaches.

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Experience to Lead

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In the dynamic world of business, leadership feedback stands as a cornerstone for team excellence and organizational growth. Constructive critiques and affirmative recognition pave the way for heightened team morale and a company culture of continuous improvement. What is Leadership Feedback?

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HR Digest

MAY 8, 2023

It involves assessing an employee’s strengths and weaknesses, setting goals, and providing feedback on their performance. Providing effective performance feedback examples and performance appraisal comments can help managers provide constructive feedback that empowers employees to achieve their goals.

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Great Leadership By Dan

MAY 15, 2018

Fowler & Noal McDonald: Leadership is a complex idea: one that is not consistently easy to wrap our minds around. We know good leadership when we see it. If we think of what these experiences have in common, we might think of this quote by Harold Koontz and Cyril O’Donnell: “Leadership molds individuals into a team.”

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

Welcome to the November 2016 edition of the Leadership Development Carnival! As I was reviewing this month’s submissions to the Leadership Development Carnival, I was wishing we could all get together in a room to exchange these ideas more deeply and directly. What are today’s most common leadership mistakes? Thank you all.

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Skip Prichard

JUNE 5, 2023

Leadership is often associated with strength, decisiveness, inspiration, and positivity. Still, constructive complaining is usually undervalued, often misunderstood, generally frowned upon. Listen closely.” – Jane Sarasohn-Kahn Complaining could be the kick-start for innovation. So, what’s the best way to complain?

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Experience to Lead

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In this era of interconnectedness and rapid change, high-performing teams are the driving force behind innovation, productivity and organizational growth. From enhanced productivity to innovative approaches, a unified collective can bolster a positive workplace culture and elevate employee engagement.

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Here are the 12 golden rules of effective communication from Paul Falcone , as highlighted in his book, 2600 Phrases for Setting Effective Performance Goals. Deliver bad news quickly, constructively, and in a spirit of professional development. selfless leadership," otherwise known as "servant leadership").

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CO2

JANUARY 16, 2024

Establishing a Foundation of Trust In the world of leadership and executive coaching, few elements are as vital as activities to build trust in a teams. It’s a ripple effect that enhances collective problem-solving and innovation. Creating a Feedback-Rich Environment A feedback-rich environment is essential for trust-building.

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Eric Jacobson

JULY 28, 2022

Here are the 12 golden rules of effective communication from Paul Falcone , as highlighted in his book, 2600 Phrases for Setting Effective Performance Goals. Deliver bad news quickly, constructively, and in a spirit of professional development. selfless leadership," otherwise known as "servant leadership").

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Great Leadership By Dan

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Many people confuse leadership style with true leadership. Think about what got you into a leadership position: drive, persistence, vision, goals. Remember, they’re not there to help you achieve your goals, they’re there to achieve their own goals. It's as simple as that. If that’s your style, fine.

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