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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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 22, 2024

The Importance of Leadership Excellence in Organizations Effective leadership is the driving force behind an organization’s success, helping to steer it toward its goals and navigate the complexities of the market. It involves identifying and developing talented individuals who can step into key positions when needed.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 10, 2023

I F you’re looking to expand your thinking, then look no further than Burn the Boats: Toss Plan B Overboard and Unleash Your Full Potential by Matt Higgins. For those of us that have always heard, “Always have a Plan B,” burning the boats may sound reckless. Should you process risk? Absolutely.

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David A Fields

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

With the first rays of light from the new year peeking up on the horizon, you may be pondering the goals you’ll set for growing your consulting firm. The best, first goal may be one you’ve overlooked.

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Strategy Driven

JUNE 16, 2023

The estate planning process can be complex. Clear communication, working with an experienced attorney, and routinely reviewing your plan can help. Clear communication, working with an experienced attorney, and routinely reviewing your plan can help. This means being respectful and focusing on goals.

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Great Leadership By Dan

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

I am struggling with how to take our established Succession Process to the next level. We have been using the 9 box and Likely 5 process for a number of years, and I am trying to figure out what is next and how to freshen up the process. How strategic is your process? How transparent is your process?

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

This trend is evident in the increasing use of performance-based incentives in executive compensation packages, which tie a significant portion of executive pay to specific, measurable goals. A lack of succession planning can lead to disruptions in leadership and uncertainty among employees, investors, and other stakeholders.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 22, 2024

The goal is to ensure leadership effectiveness within the organization while outlining pathways for future strategic objectives. Understanding that every organization has a unique culture and set of goals, N2Growth tailors its coaching approach to meet these needs.

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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. constraints that might be removed or overcome).

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HR Digest

AUGUST 25, 2023

The EEOC recently unveiled its new strategic plan, which outlines its goals and initiatives for the next five years. By decoding the new EEOC strategic plan, HR leaders can get a better understanding of how the organization aims to address workplace discrimination and promote equal employment opportunities.

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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.

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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 28, 2023

Moreover, it allows boards to align their skills, experiences, and perspectives with the strategic goals and objectives of the organization, ensuring that the board composition is well-suited to address the evolving challenges and opportunities in the business environment.

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thoughtLEADERS, LLC

MARCH 29, 2023

If you don’t give your teams the resources they need, they’re not going to hit their goals. Once your goals are set, you have a responsibility to provide the team the resources it needs to achieve those goals. These resources should be identified during the goal-setting process.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

By actively engaging in this process, executives can overcome blind spots, gain fresh insights, and develop new strategies for success. Additionally, effective coaches are skilled at providing constructive feedback and guidance, helping executives identify areas for improvement, and developing a growth plan.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The CPO is responsible for aligning the organization’s human capital strategy with its overall strategic goals. The CPO works closely with executive leadership, department heads, and HR teams to align these strategies with the organization’s goals and objectives.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This process is instrumental in pinpointing leadership strengths, critical for making strategic decisions in executive placements and development programs. These assessments shine a light on leaders’ strengths and improvement areas, guiding strategic decisions in talent development and succession planning.

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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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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 12, 2024

” To keep the dialogue productive, he suggests planning follow-ups with, “Let’s schedule time to talk about this again and see how our solution is working.” ” This helps uncover real goals behind stated needs, sharpening your communication skills. [07:43]

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 25, 2024

Through focused conversations, targeted assessments, and personalized strategies, executive coaching helps entrepreneurs identify their blind spots, enhance their leadership skills, and make informed decisions that align with their vision and goals. As an expert in executive coaching, I guide these entrepreneurs in this essential process.

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Rich Gee Group

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

This isn't just about achieving goals; it's about embarking on a journey that is deeply meaningful and uniquely personal. Goal (No Deadline) = Wish/Dream At the very inception of any journey is the dream. Goal + Deadline = Objective Introducing a deadline to a goal transforms it from a nebulous dream into a tangible objective.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Educational leaders are not only responsible for the overall management of an institution but also for creating a vision, setting goals, and driving positive change. Moreover, effective leadership in educational institutions inspires and motivates stakeholders toward the shared goal of providing high-quality education.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Navigating complex financial markets, making informed decisions, and driving profitability requires strong leadership that inspires and motivates teams to achieve their goals. This saves valuable time for the internal team and ensures that the process is conducted efficiently and effectively.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 4, 2024

His goal was not to make Microsoft the most innovative company but the most successful in its field. Innovation had become the goal, and that wasn’t enough. He quickly pivoted Microsoft from being a company that sold boxed software to a global computing engine that rents out its processing power and online storage to businesses.

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Mike Cardus

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

Results without a process is luck. Process without results is waste. How are your processes driving the goals you work to achieve? The need to have people fall in love with the process of working to achieve goals as opposed to the goal itself will allow quick change and more innovation.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Workforce planning is an important aspect of building an organization the right way. It involves critically assessing and planning ahead before situations arise. What is workforce planning? What is workforce planning? Why is succession planning for HR important?

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Through a comprehensive evaluation process, executive leadership teams gain a better understanding of their strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement. This self-awareness enables them to make informed decisions, allocate resources strategically, and align their efforts toward collective goals.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

As such, the recruitment process for a university president must be thorough, rigorous, and comprehensive, leaving no stone unturned in identifying exceptional (and often unexpected) talent. To begin the process, it is essential to clearly understand the university’s specific needs and expectations for a new president or chancellor.

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Great Leadership By Dan

DECEMBER 30, 2014

For many leaders, it’s a time to reflect on accomplishments for the year and establish goals for the upcoming New Year. It’s also a good time to set leadership development goals, either as part of a formal development planning process, or just because it’s a proven way to continuously improve as a leader.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Without a strong leadership foundation, nonprofits, like any organization, will struggle to establish a clear vision, set strategic goals, and inspire teams to work towards a shared mission.

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HR Digest

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Salary and wages are simple compensation plans that let us know what to expect—a standard amount at the end of every pay cycle. Sales compensation plans take a lot more work to get right. Sometimes these are given as additional bonuses for good performance, while other times these are tied into entire salary compensation plans.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

Employee onboarding is a critical process that sets the stage for a new hire’s success within an organization. According to a study by Brandon Hall Group , an organization with a strong onboarding process can improve employee retention by 82 percent and productivity by 70 percent. But is it really?

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Leading Blog

JUNE 12, 2023

Yet many times, companies struggle with sharing and aligning functional plans. But setting goals in functional silos and then hoping that everything works itself out across the organization is an unlikely path to success. One choice is to take the puck down the ice on their own to attempt to score a goal.

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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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Mike Cardus

MAY 10, 2021

With planning and decision-making, things get confusing. Within an organization having an objective or goal of 15% profitability – and measuring the goal through proxies of efficiency (time and budget) and customer experience (how the customer experiences the end-to-end process).

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Manufacturing processes are complex and they often consist of multiple steps. So, in order to maximize profits, businesses have to find innovative ways to streamline these processes and reduce the time they take to complete. There are also some amazing tools available that will help you to streamline these processes. Salesforce.

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Career Advancement

JANUARY 13, 2020

Share your professional development goals for work with your boss. How does the promotion process work? Devise a plan for getting to know key decision-makers who determine who gets a promotion. Want to revamp your own plan for promotion—or need some guidance on getting started? Make it clear that you want a promotion.

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