Leading Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2018

As I watched the documentary, I was struck by how closely the story mirrored case studies from the business world, and how perfectly it illustrated the points I try to emphasize in the leadership and innovation class I teach at MIT. In fact, an original, revolutionary vision isn’t innovation at all (and it certainly isn’t leadership).

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Rich Gee Group

MARCH 30, 2024

In the competitive realm of business, reaching the C-suite represents not just a pinnacle of achievement but also a testament to one's leadership, vision, and dedication. Cultivate Leadership Excellence Leadership at the C-suite level transcends managing teams. Here's how to bridge that gap: 1.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2023

As the sector evolves and expands, companies increasingly turn to executive search firms like N2Growth to help them identify and recruit top talent for critical leadership roles. However, finding individuals with the right combination of technical knowledge and leadership experience can be a daunting task.

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Mills Scofield

MAY 20, 2013

MOOCs (Massively Open Online Courses) are a very hot topic in higher education and corporate training. We are in a new age of education, and just leave it our students to make sure they are front and center! He finished his undergraduate education in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science at Brown University in 2012.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The more we use technology and outsourced thinking, we diminish our ability to think for ourselves. Competing in the Age of AI : Strategy and Leadership When Algorithms and Networks Run the World by Marco Iansiti and Karim R. When traditional approaches are inadequate or resisted, advanced leadership skills are essential.

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Leading Blog

MAY 6, 2024

Just as email transformed communication and iPhones and apps created widespread connectivity, AI is reshaping everything from healthcare to education to manufacturing to travel. Learn more at solrashidi.com. * * * Follow us on Instagram and X for additional leadership and personal development ideas. * * *

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Understanding the Importance of a University President Search A university president or chancellor search is a critical process that carries some of the farthest-reaching implications for the future of an educational institution. Operational realities, on the other hand, pertain to the practical aspects of running an organization of any size.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 12, 2023

Insights and Strategies for Healthcare Leaders to Drive Innovation, Integration, and Success in a Rapidly Evolving Industry. As the healthcare industry continues to undergo rapid changes, driven by advancements in technology and evolving patient needs, it is crucial for healthcare organizations to stay ahead of the curve.

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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 12, 2023

An interesting study published in the International Journal of Work Innovation sheds light on the creativity of employees in Pakistan’s private real estate sector. The findings could have important implications for both theoretical and practical aspects of work innovation in this industry and beyond.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Leadership is about hope. These foundational leadership skills will make all aspiring executives more effective in their roles today and lift the trajectory of their careers. The political environment in the United States as elsewhere is driven by fear-based narratives. And that feeds our approach in society at large. Blog Post ).

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Great Results Team Building

OCTOBER 12, 2023

And, while I speak about Leadership and Workplace Culture, I realize that other topics are timely and meaningful based on an organization’s specific situation. And it is an article I will continue to update – Because at every event I get the opportunity to meet and see new speakers that might be a great fit for past clients of mine.

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Modern Servant Leader

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

Technology has provided innovations in business, education, agriculture – virtually every field and industry. Finally, through social media , technology is also a cornerstone of innovation for leadership. Leadership is Influence. “Leadership is influence, nothing more, nothing less.”

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in September 2020. To stay relevant, we have to be able to excel cognitively, behaviorally, and emotionally in ways that technology can't. To stay relevant, we have to be able to excel cognitively, behaviorally, and emotionally in ways that technology can't.

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CO2

JANUARY 2, 2024

Navigating Leadership in a Diverse Industrial Landscape The Twin Cities, encompassing Minneapolis and St. Paul in Minnesota, showcase a diverse array of industries from healthcare to technology, setting a dynamic stage for both leadership development in Minneapolis-St.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

We are pleased to congratulate Instigator Linda Freeman on receiving the Statewide Energy Innovator Award from ReThink Energy Florida. Educating Others. How Linda Innovates. Linda and her team have innovated through the application of everyday items and activities to provide clean energy where there were few other alternatives.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2018

Digital technology continues to transform both the retail and consumer experience. To stay competitive, brands must innovate and transform. That transformation requires adopting new digital technologies in every aspect of business — from product design and operations to customer service and marketing.

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Great Leadership By Dan

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

Guest post by Kris Oestergaard: Today, every business is looking to find ways to streamline its innovative abilities. Those successful in establishing a culture of innovation have addressed their organization’s “immune systems.” Organizational leaders need to address all three in order to transform into innovation champions.

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Mills Scofield

MAY 19, 2014

Education is learning languages: the languages of words, music, math, art, chemistry, biology, etc. Education is learning paradoxes … and oxymorons. So let me highlight an oxymoron that is damaging our kids’ education: Lifelong Learning and Gap Year. So let’s stop calling it a Gap Year. Will you join me?

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The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 28, 2020

A new project from MIT Governance Lab has tested the platform in an educational capacity. The project, undertaken by South African civic technology company Grassroots, is believed to be the first training course delivered entirely on WhatsApp. The course is designed to improve the leadership skills of community organizers.

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CO2

JANUARY 2, 2024

Navigating Leadership in a Diverse Industrial Landscape The Twin Cities, encompassing Minneapolis and St. Paul, showcase a diverse array of industries from healthcare to technology, setting a dynamic stage for both leadership development in Minneapolis-St. Integrating Sustainability into Leadership Development in Minneapolis-St.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 26, 2024

As an executive leadership coach, I advise my clients on various aspects of leadership, and one topic that has been gaining increasing importance in today’s rapidly evolving business is the role of ethics in artificial intelligence (AI). Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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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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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2019

This fall, I embarked on a worldwide quest to gain insights and perspectives on global leadership in the 21st century. To do this effectively, I sought to understand two things: Elucidate the emerging leadership traits and competencies that are most relevant today.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Moving outside of these castles is the beginning of innovation. For example, “health is equated with hospitals, education with schoolhouses, news with newspapers, spirituality with the church, a city with city hall.” The same can be said of educational systems, city governments, and other institutions that we look to for answers.

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Rich Gee Group

OCTOBER 8, 2023

"AI doesn't replace leadership; it redefines it. As executives navigate the complex waters of modern-day leadership, understanding AI isn't just beneficial—it's essential. For executives, AI isn't just about technology; it's about transformation. By pinpointing specific areas, you can tailor your AI strategy effectively.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2018

The Mind of the Leader : How to Lead Yourself, Your People, and Your Organization for Extraordinary Results by Rasmus Hougaard and Jacqueline Carter (Harvard Business Review Press, 2018) The Mind of the Leader offers a radical, yet practical, solution to solve the leadership crisis. Blog Post ). We fear rejection. Blog Post ). Blog Post ).

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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 25, 2019

Countries around the world are faced with considerable skills, productivity and social inclusion challenges that require novel and innovative approaches to skills development. “Skills improvements complement other key building blocks of an innovative and inclusive economy,” the authors explain. Reinvention.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Leadership and a Quart of Bourbon a Day from @wallybock. How to Create a Permission Structure for Innovation by @ScottEblin. Education and the Restoration of Moral Agency by R.J. It’s Not Technology via @HarvardHBS. Four Huge Mistakes Schools Have Made Over the Years via @GrowingLeaders. Want to understand someone?

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 5, 2017

Welcome to the July 2017 edition of the Leadership Development Carnival! Dan Rockwell of Leadership Freak wrote recently about assets that help leaders extend their influence. Before highlighting each of the assets, Dan wrote, “Leadership isn’t about status, position, salary, or title. I hope that’s the case.

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CO2

JANUARY 2, 2024

Balancing budgetary constraints while driving innovation is a test of a leader’s resource management skills. Technological Resource Challenges : In an era defined by technological advancements, staying updated without overstretching resources can be daunting. Continuous Education: Offer training sessions and workshops.

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Experience to Lead

MAY 30, 2023

This type of work is nuanced and requires leadership skills that are often overlooked in business school. Executive leadership training programs can offer support and meaningful dialogue to master new challenges effectively. What is an Executive Leadership Training Program?

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 8, 2021

Educate your employees about the deprivations of needs. To cultivate human connection and a sense of trust, you need to replace bonding activities from office culture with innovative virtual bonding activities. Start with education about basic needs. Use this data to develop a baseline prior to doing the interventions below.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

The underlying assumption here, of course, is that an individual is either a leader or not, whether by genetics or education. The elite of higher education would have us believe that leadership can be taught, especially if you are one of the privileged attending classes at a top tier university offering courses in leadership.

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Great Results Team Building

AUGUST 21, 2023

The ability to foster collaboration among and across departments can significantly enhance productivity, innovation, and overall organizational performance. According to a study by Forbes , collaboration drives workplace performance and innovation. For your team to be truly productive, collaboration is crucial.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 9, 2019

And technology? This young continent, with a median age of around twenty, is an eager adopter and innovator in all things digital and mobile.” billion-person market in the midst of an historic economic acceleration, it has a huge unfulfilled demand, making it ripe for entrepreneurship and innovation at scale. Turnover is high.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

Advances in technology have allowed countless individuals to pursue interests that extend beyond the standard classroom, on their own time, and often for little to no cost. did, and wisely said) that “leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.” That’s good news because I believe (like John F Kennedy, Jr. Money talks.

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Skip Prichard

JUNE 18, 2020

How to Ignite Innovation. Innovation is one subject that each and every one of us should study because its powerful force is available to us if we know how to tap it. It’s no surprise that Tamara Ghandour’s book interested me because I read all I can about innovation and creativity. Everyone is Innovative . so read on.

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