Next Level Blog

JANUARY 3, 2024

As the new year begins, most of us have goals or resolutions for 2024, but how many of us are working on a 10-year plan? For my first post of 2024, I want to share with you how I intend to transform my annual Life GPS® planning tool into a decade spanning life roadmap. I have to plan for it. I know what it is now.

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Modern Servant Leader

JANUARY 2, 2024

It’s the new year and you need new goals. Here are 24 innovative leadership goals for the new year – including metrics to measure your progress…. Create Succession Plans: Break the cycle of chaos. Succession plans prepare your team for the inevitable people changes. Think your organization is too small?

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 26, 2019

Annual Planning. To gain better traction within your organisation around thinking and to plan ahead, aligned to your strategic focus, I am a massive fan of yearly planning for all staff. However, I am not a fan of the monolithic, cumbersome, ‘door wedge’ variety of plans many organisations insist on producing.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The role of a Chief People Officer (CPO) in modern organizations is crucial in driving the success of businesses. As the title suggests, the CPO is primarily responsible for overseeing the people aspects of the organization and aligning them with the overall strategic objectives.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The Importance of Regular Board Assessments In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, organizations must have a strong and effective board of directors. Board members are entrusted with significant responsibilities and are expected to act in the best interests of the organization and its stakeholders.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Effective leadership is vital in finance and is crucial in guiding organizations toward success in a rapidly changing business landscape. Navigating complex financial markets, making informed decisions, and driving profitability requires strong leadership that inspires and motivates teams to achieve their goals.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

Strategic planning is one of the main elements of successful leadership. A great leader has organizational skills that enable them to predict all the things their business can do and narrow down big goals to achievable milestones. But how do you write a great plan for your team? It’s based on the project’s lifecycle.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

These evaluations delve deep into the proficiencies and potential of executives, enabling organizations to craft a detailed understanding of each leader’s abilities. These assessments shine a light on leaders’ strengths and improvement areas, guiding strategic decisions in talent development and succession planning.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 29, 2024

He advocates for a transition from traditional management to a coaching approach, emphasizing personal growth and a culture of belonging. 9:30-11:56: Transitioning to Dan’s current endeavors, he introduces us to his innovative approach to fostering connections within organizations, especially in a remote work environment.

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Leading Blog

MAY 12, 2021

There is often confusion between scenario planning and forecasting, with the terms used interchangeably and inconsistently. Scenario planning is focused on the future and involves defining different stories behind different paths that will lead to that future. the results of a U.S. Are one or multiple futures more likely?

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Leading Blog

JUNE 12, 2023

Yet many times, companies struggle with sharing and aligning functional plans. Too often, managers put their heads down and focus only on their own departments. But setting goals in functional silos and then hoping that everything works itself out across the organization is an unlikely path to success.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 22, 2024

Such leaders must possess various competencies, including sound strategy formulation, emotional intelligence, strong decision-making abilities, and effective team management. Unlike traditional executive coaching, this approach allocates a higher focus on a leader’s strategic alignment with the organization and its criteria for success.

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Mike Cardus

MARCH 5, 2023

Change is inevitable, and organizations must adapt to remain relevant and competitive. Change management and organization development are widely used approaches to help organizations navigate change. Change Management or Organization Development: What’s the Difference?

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HR Digest

JULY 20, 2023

Just like planning a road trip, creating a career map can help you navigate the twists and turns of your professional journey. A career map is a written plan that outlines your current position, your ultimate career goal , and the specific steps you need to take to reach that goal. What is a Career Map?

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Today, Chief People Officers and CHROs are not only responsible for the high-value functions of talent acquisition and employee engagement, but they play a crucial role in shaping organizational culture, driving diversity and inclusion, and ethically leveraging technology for effective HR management.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Through executive coachee programs, organizations are investing not only in developing their top leaders but also in the company’s overall success. In an era where leadership is critical to an organization’s success, executive coachee programs are a powerful tool for enhancing leadership performance and driving sustainable growth.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

DECEMBER 30, 2022

A socially entrepreneurial organization (SEO) takes the goal of creating social impact to a new level by using innovative methods to organize, manage and measure a venture. In this article, we give you some tips on how to start a SEO that can survive, thrive, and even change the world.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 24, 2019

It’s about how to manage disruption, adapt to disruption, and thrive in a world and a time marked by disruption.” The main problem facing organizations is not the pace of change itself but the “ uneven rates of assimilating these technologies into different levels of human organization.” Digital Maturity.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 12, 2019

Changing a process is slow and requires a lot of detailed planning. No wonder that specialists and managers that have invested years gradually improving a process do not advocate nor gravitate toward abrupt change. As a consequence of this expectation, we live with accelerating change and drive the ability to manage and adopt it.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

An organization might decide to make changes to its entire system, and everyone involved needs to comply. For this reason, change management strategies must be implemented so everyone can easily adapt. Whether it’s a change in leadership, a structural change, or enforcing employee engagement tips, a proper plan must be put in place.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

In the realm of facilities management, the twin pillars of efficiency and sustainability are increasingly becoming inseparable. Understanding the Synergy First off, let’s unpack the idea behind sustainable facilities management. That’s the goal. But how do we get there? But how do we get there?

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

If you’re a manager, you likely hear a lot about not only leading and organizing but also being a coach for your team. Today on Asking for a Friend I talk with Sara Canaday about tips from her new book “Coaching Essentials for Managers.” Finish with an action plan. Ask open-ended questions.

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HR Digest

APRIL 17, 2023

In today’s fast-paced and dynamic business environment , organizations must continually adapt to remain competitive. One crucial factor for success is building a skill-based organization that prioritizes skill-based hiring and retention strategies. What is a skill-based organization?

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Leading Blog

MARCH 4, 2024

Often, and especially in contemporary times, the real story of innovation doesn’t involve lone geniuses or flashes of inspiration, but teams, organizations, and leaders who cultivate systems and cultures where new ideas can sprout and flourish. Innovation had become the goal, and that wasn’t enough. They plan their luck.

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Mark Sanborn

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Over two decades of research and observations have revealed the key factors that enable the best organizations to succeed and dominate. Adaptability and Agility The 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic have tested organizations’ resilience. Establishing open communication channels within organizations is critical.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Starting a small business can be exciting and rewarding, but managing finances can be challenging. Many small business owners struggle to manage their financials, from keeping up with taxes to understanding the basics of investing. Proper management of your business’ finances can help ensure its long-term success.

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HR Digest

AUGUST 26, 2023

In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, effective people management skills are crucial for leaders and managers. People management encompasses a range of responsibilities, from recruiting and onboarding to training and development, performance management, employee engagement, and more.

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HR Digest

AUGUST 18, 2023

In the ever-changing landscape of the business world, HR professionals face the challenge of delivering value to their organizations. The concept of HR value delivery encompasses the ability of HR departments to not only meet the needs of the business but also to create a positive impact on the overall success of the organization.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The Strategic Advantage of Executive Leadership Team Evaluations & Assessments Executive leadership team evaluations provide a critical strategic advantage for organizations. This self-awareness enables them to make informed decisions, allocate resources strategically, and align their efforts toward collective goals.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 20, 2023

Y OU CAN CHANGE the results your organization is getting by changing its culture. And every organization has a culture whether it is by design or by default. Culture serves as the internal compass for an organization’s fundamental beliefs, how the organization behaves daily, and its level of market performance.

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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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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

These firms’ expertise and extensive networks help organizations identify and attract top talent for critical leadership roles. Every organization has unique dynamics and strategic goals, from investment banks to hedge funds and private equity firms.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 15, 2024

He emphasizes the need to reflect on values, goals, and ideal work environment before making career decisions. By addressing these questions and creating a culture that aligns with employees’ values and goals, organizations can improve employee motivation and productivity.

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HR Digest

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Assessments done, performance reviews complete, now you’re at your desk wondering how to write a performance improvement plan that actually helps the employee. Performance improvement plans are a critical way to streamline employee growth at the company and make changes that are in line with the needs of the organization.

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HR Digest

APRIL 9, 2023

Employee turnover is a common issue in most organizations. It refers to the rate at which employees leave an organization, either voluntarily or involuntarily, and must be replaced. While a certain level of turnover is inevitable, high turnover rates can be detrimental to an organization’s performance, productivity, and profitability.

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HR Digest

APRIL 6, 2023

Succession planning is an important part of human resources management. It involves identifying and developing key employees to ensure a smooth transition when current leaders retire, resign, or move to other positions within or outside of the organization. What is succession planning?

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Skip Prichard

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Strive to Be an Excellent Leader and Manager. The research literature on leadership finds that the most effective leaders are excellent managers and excellent leaders. Leadership guru Peter Drucker said leadership is about determining the right results and management is about achieving results. Test the Quality of the Goal.

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