Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2020

That requires better strategic thinking, creativity and innovation, and greater agility and responsiveness. I believe, as a consequence, that we need more significant and different investment in leadership development, especially where we need transformational change. We need to re-think leadership development methods.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 2, 2018

As companies increasingly recognize the importance of innovation and disruptive solutions to remain competitive, the big question remains: where does innovation come from and how a culture of innovation be cultivated? Automating innovation will allow employees to balance daily tasks while also cultivating new ideas.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

One key advantage is its flexibility, allowing leaders to participate in coaching sessions anywhere worldwide. By engaging in virtual executive coaching, leaders can maximize their time, focus on their development goals, and maintain productivity in demanding roles.

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Mike Cardus

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Cross-Functional Collaboration – Action-learning based leadership development. An organization-development process developed for a company. Internally we developed the acronym GEEKS ( gather, entangle, empathy, knowledge-share ) for the process.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

A successful executive understands the intricacies of the supply chain and leverages their expertise to drive innovation, reduce costs, and enhance organizational efficiency. They understand the importance of developing their team’s skills and capabilities, nurturing a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

This nurtures overall employee engagement and paves the way for innovation, creativity, and shared vision toward company goals. Vue, a cutting-edge executive search platform developed by N2Growth, is revolutionizing how organizations approach diversity and equal opportunities in their hiring processes.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

When cultural change abounds, the irony I frequently observe is organisations engage in less leadership development, rather than more. Her situation demands better strategic thinking, more creativity and innovation, and greater agility and responsiveness. I still encounter too frequently outdated approaches to leadership development.

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Center for Creative Leadership

AUGUST 24, 2020

When you think about it, the model of disruptive innovation is the exception, not the rule. Many leaders associate the term “innovation” with game-changing disruptions of existing industries or the creation of entirely new ones, like the way Apple’s iTunes helped create a whole new way to sell and distribute music.

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Great Leadership By Dan

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Guest post from Dee Ann Turner: During my tenured career at one organization, I had the “best of the best” leadership development opportunities. In that organization, no expense was spared for leadership development. It was single most effective leadership development activity of my entire career.

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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. Joel recaps: “Have you developed your personal brand?

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HR Digest

MAY 15, 2024

Whether you’re a seasoned HR professional or a business leader seeking to optimize your training programs, this article will provide you with the insights and strategies necessary to elevate your organization’s learning and development initiatives as you learn how to conduct a training need analysis assessment correctly.

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Rich Gee Group

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

For instance, in team meetings, discuss how specific tasks are crucial in achieving the organization’s broader goals. Introduce metrics that reflect customer satisfaction, employee engagement, innovation, and contribution to community initiatives. This creates a sense of belonging and purpose in the workforce.

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HR Digest

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Earning stacks of money, starting a family, and going on expensive vacations are goals that we can all probably relate to but they are not the right answer when asked about career goal examples. Professional development goals are an entirely separate category of aspirations and they need to be prioritized if you aim to succeed in them.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2023

Concurrently, a culture of continuous learning and improvement and an open-minded approach to change can catalyze efficiency, spark innovation, and enhance competitiveness. Essentially, they serve as the guiding light, steering the organization toward its goals and objectives.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

Teams are understandably most effective when their goals are both clearly articulated, and shared between all participants. How do teams manage to function when their goals are conflicting however? That was the question posed by new research from the University of Genoa. Optimal cooperation.

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Experience to Lead

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Let’s explore why leadership development is important, as well as the benefits and challenges of effective leadership development. Defining Leadership Development In simple terms, leadership development is a set of activities that equip current and future leaders with the tools they need to perform effectively in their roles.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2023

They are no longer responsible for managing risk but also for driving innovation, enhancing customer experiences, and achieving sustainable growth. Moreover, companies should have effective onboarding and development programs to support executives in their transition and ensure long-term success.

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Experience to Lead

DECEMBER 18, 2023

This is exactly why ongoing leadership development is crucial for any group to truly succeed at what they do. No matter what level of experience you have as a leader, creating leadership development models that outline a set of behaviors and practices is what ultimately separates good leaders from great leaders.

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Mike Cardus

MARCH 5, 2023

Change management and organization development are widely used approaches to help organizations navigate change. We will explore the differences and similarities between change management and organization development, their appropriate use within organizations, and the popular frameworks associated with each approach.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

Welcome to the February 2015 edition of the Leadership Development Carnival! This month, participants were given a choice of submitting a recent post or tackling the question of coping with external leadership challenges (for example, budget allocations or opposition from community entities). Let’s Get Started. Jennifer V.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2024

Without a shared vision and values, even the most qualified candidate may struggle to contribute effectively to the organization’s goals. Navigating the Challenges of Limited Resources in Nonprofit Executive Search Navigating the challenges of limited resources in nonprofit executive search requires a strategic and innovative approach.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 23, 2021

Using the baby step approach develops students who are comfortable and who, instead of being so paralyzed with fear that they can’t move, feel ready to learn. Anyone who has ever coached or taught knows the incredible satisfaction that comes from watching a student or athlete achieve a goal. Lesson 3: Persistence Pays Off.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 18, 2024

Cross cultural leadership to build better teams Cross cultural leadership is a fantastic chance to broaden your impact and develop teams that excel in performance and innovative problem-solving. Reduced Innovation and Creativity A failure to address cross-cultural leadership challenges stifles the creative potential of 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. Joel recaps: “Have you developed your personal brand?

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Tanveer Naseer

AUGUST 7, 2012

To become a successful customer focused business, your leadership must develop a holistic strategy that impacts every department, and revolutionizes the way you do business. It’s generals that craft military tactics, so it must be your executives that develop a business strategy. Remember to keep your long-term goals in mind.

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Tanveer Naseer

AUGUST 7, 2012

To become a successful customer focused business, your leadership must develop a holistic strategy that impacts every department, and revolutionizes the way you do business. It’s generals that craft military tactics, so it must be your executives that develop a business strategy. Remember to keep your long-term goals in mind.

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 27, 2023

Understanding EOS Implementation EOS is a comprehensive framework that helps businesses achieve clarity, alignment, and traction toward their vision and goals. Strategy 1: Define Clear Objectives and Goals The first step towards a successful EOS implementation is to define clear objectives and goals.

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The Horizons Tracker

JANUARY 8, 2024

Nonetheless, a study from Brigham Young University highlights the value a growth mindset can have for entrepreneurs in developing nations. “This helps them accomplish their goals through trial and error.” This can be particularly problematic in developing countries, where shortages are all too evident.

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Center for Creative Leadership

APRIL 5, 2019

When I ask clients what kind of return they’re looking for from a leadership development initiative, it’s usually in terms of how the initiative can have a visible, measurable impact on the organization. Many factors drive the success of a leadership development initiative. Clarify why participants are in the program.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 20, 2023

When we ask participants in our strategic leadership and team innovation programs about courageous moments where t hey spoke up and advocated for ideas, the words they use to describe their feelings after are remarkably consistent: “fantastic,” “proud,” “relieved,” “excited”, “accomplished.”

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CO2

DECEMBER 16, 2023

Understanding the ROI of Executive Coaching is crucial for organizations committed to fostering growth, innovation, and sustainable success. Fostering Systemic Transformation: The goal is to assist leaders in embodying the change they envision, ensuring that transformation is not just a personal journey but a systemic evolution.

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Mike Cardus

MAY 7, 2013

This is a skill that can be developed and a process that can be implemented into your organization, team and leadership. Organization-Development Consulting & Coaching Process Schedule. Using Complexity & Change Models to Develop the Next Level of Organizational Leaders. OVERVIEW. Learning Objectives. SESSION CONTENT.

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Mills Scofield

MAY 17, 2013

Chris is one of the most passionate people I know about innovating in the civic space where government, non-profit and for-profit intersect. Recognize that we work in complex environments and develop tools specifically for such environments. You can, and should, read his blog. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~.

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Mike Cardus

FEBRUARY 23, 2014

Planning for ‘ How to Think Differently to Drive Results ’ … a four-day creativity & innovation program that provides participants with a toolbox of methods and skills for creativity and innovation that are instantly transferable to their work. In the course we will dive deeper into a Structure Innovation Process.

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Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog

MARCH 4, 2013

Welcome to the March 2013 Leadership Development Carnival! The Workplace Environment: Culture, Change, Innovation, and Empowerment. Taking Risks is Necessary, But Costs of Failure Should Still be Managed discusses how to maximize innovation and improvement while minimizing the impact of failure.

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CO2

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Embracing the Digital Shift in Leadership Development Thru Virtual Coaching In an era where technology and innovation are at the forefront, the concept of virtual coaching has emerged as a pivotal tool in shaping effective leadership. Since COVID almost 100 percent of my practice is virtual coaching.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 11, 2022

A seeming no-win scenario is also a chance to distinguish yourself, earn people’s trust, and innovate. Recently, we had one of our global leadership development participants ask how we would lead through a no-win scenario. Own the UGLY. Collaborate. Win with Values. Choose a Different Time Frame. Take Action. Leave If You Must.

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