Eric Jacobson

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The 12-Week MBA offers an alternative way to learn business essentials by focusing on the skills and knowledge required to succeed as both a manager and a business leader. Or the knowledge and expertise are too unique to specific industries and business functions to matter to the average aspiring manager.

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The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 22, 2023

In a recent article , I looked at how skills-based recruitment can help people who are traditionally overlooked get given a fair crack in the labor market. Such individuals often lack formal qualifications and are instead skilled through alternative routes. A recent video highlighted 15 jobs that were once dominated by STARs.

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Skills Marketing Restructuring Education 98

Great Results Team Building

JULY 19, 2023

Effective problem-solving is a critical skill for any successful leader. When team members feel heard and valued, they are more likely to contribute their skills and expertise towards implementing the solution effectively. And How Does Effective Problem-Solving Increase Team Performance?

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 14, 2023

The researchers highlight the impact new technologies have had on the so-called “hallowed middle”, with middle-skilled positions often heavily affected. Meanwhile, educators complain that employers are unwilling to engage in crafting a curriculum that better meets their needs, nor indeed even sharing their skills requirements.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

This body of research has recently been pulled together into a comprehensive report that examines the work of the future. The report begins by rebuffing many of the scare stories about work being automated away, and reminds us that roughly 63% of the jobs performed today didn’t exist a generation ago. Gradual change.

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Career Advancement

MAY 25, 2021

According to the World Economic Forum, five years from now, over one-third of the skills that are important on the job today will have become irrelevant. Through active leadership , you can support your direct reports through these transitions. Recently I shared insights on which skills will be most critical for jobs of the future.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The inclusion of women in such roles not only brings valuable perspectives and skills but also has a significant impact on organizations and society. For example, a report by McKinsey & Company found that companies with diverse executive boards outperform their peers in profitability, generating approximately 10% higher return on equity.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Early figures and forecasts show that the mining sector is in for one of the most robust years off the back of the soaring demand for commodities and the industry’s impressive rebound in the second half of 2021. This trend seems to be replicated in Australia, reporting only 19.6%

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The Practical Leader

JUNE 17, 2020

LinkedIn Learning’s 4th Annual 2020 Workplace Learning Report reinforces key trends in boosting leadership and organization effectiveness. This report compiles survey responses from 1,675 Learning and Development professionals, 2,000 learners, and 2,932 managers in North America, Asia-Pacific, and Europe.

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 22, 2021

Running a restaurant, eatery, or any business in the service industry requires grit, determination, and intelligence, all rolled up into one. Any business in the service industry that is yet to embrace technology stands to lose a lot. Social media is a game-changer in almost every sector and the service industry is no exception.

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Career Advancement

JULY 19, 2021

Recently, I shared insights on the most in-demand skills for the future that the leaders of tomorrow’s workforce need to develop. Several key competencies will aid in the development of all of those skills: The ability to think outside of the box, maintaining a healthy curiosity about how to best respond to change.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

Talent Trends: Emerging Leadership Skills for the Future The continual development of digital technology and automation in today’s corporate world demands a new paradigm in leadership. These traditional soft-skill qualities must now be enhanced with new hard skill sets to future-proof one’s leadership style.

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HR Digest

MAY 12, 2021

Over the years, HR has evolved to encompass more duties under its aegis, such as payroll, recruitment, compliance, facility management, labor issues, technical adoption, skill, training, and more. Though much of these tasks have been automated, administrative skills are still required to carry out the tasks effectively. Communication.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 28, 2023

The results show that attitudes among the public towards different accents have largely remained unchanged over time, with accents from industrial cities in England, such as Manchester and Liverpool, looked down on, just as ethnic minority accents, such as Indian and Afro-Caribbean are.

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Chartered Management Institute

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

However, analysis of the UK labour market and management suggests that leadership skills are undervalued in the UK compared to many of its competitor nations. Read the full report Key Findings The UK needs 10% more of its management job adverts to specify high-level management skills.

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The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

Last year online learning platform Coursera released their first Global Skills Index to try and understand the changing nature of skills development around the world. The outbreak of Covid-19 has changed most things, so is the same true of the skills landscape? ” Skills for the post-Covid world. .

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HR Digest

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

The battle of the world against the pandemic shook up the workplace, requiring swift accommodation and responses to skills gaps and skill shifts. Updated skills are the currency for future-proofing your career. The Skills Dilemma. And what skills will matter to you and your organization in the future? . “If

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In the CEO Afterlife

OCTOBER 18, 2015

One direct report does not make you a leader; nor does ten. Yet, the moment you have direct reports, you are EXPECTED to lead. Think about the millions of people in the workforce who do not have direct reports. But Walter didn’t have the necessary skills to move to the next level. Are they expected to lead?

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The Center For Leadership Studies

JUNE 8, 2023

Over the years, the model has been used by large and small organizations in the public and private sectors and across industries. Knowledge and skill may be rendered temporarily obsolete by the new creative reality and, right along with it, performance-related confidence and/or commitment. The short answer to that question is no.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

While keeping up with changing times has always been a necessary consideration regardless of the industry, the rapid upsurge of technology recently has really highlighted the need for reskilling programs in order to understand how to do a job you might have been doing for years already, albeit in much more complex ways now.

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The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 10, 2019

It’s a conclusion shared by a recent report for the UK government, which concluded that the UK had just 10 robots for every million hours worked, versus 167 in Japan. As previous industrial revolutions so aptly illustrate, new technologies provide tremendous advantages across society.

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The Horizons Tracker

JUNE 23, 2022

A common complaint in the healthcare industry in recent years is that it has too many managers, and that these managers not only take money away from frontline care but also lack the medical expertise and experience to truly understand things. New skills. There’s a thirst for this type of information among clinicians,” they explain.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2024

Building Success through Long-Term COO Recruitment & Placement N2Growth stands out in the executive search industry with its unique and strategic approach to finding and placing great leaders. The philosophy of N2Growth goes beyond just filling a vacancy. Strategic hiring of a COO thus becomes paramount.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Through one-on-one coaching sessions, executives can explore their strengths and weaknesses, develop powerful leadership skills, and ultimately achieve their full potential as leaders. N2Growth coaches bring a wealth of knowledge and insights from working with various executives across different industries.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The truth is that bringing on a new board director can be powerful and transformative because they will reshape the composition of the board, bring new skills to the boardroom, and has the potential to contribute diverse insights that pull the organization’s future forward.

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Coaching Tip

NOVEMBER 15, 2013

Proven success in previous industry. Knowledge about the new industry. Leaders'' Lack of Interaction Skills. Multi-functional experience. Team-building and development. Source: ExecuNet, Norwalk , Conn. Related articles. How Good Are You in Managing Office Politics? .

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Construction companies need reliable financial reporting to track expenses, recognize revenue, and manage cash flow. They will use their industry knowledge to help you optimize your finances and prepare for growth. However, research shows that expertise is not a given but a skill built through practice and experience.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

The latest effort in this direction comes via a new report from the NATO Strategic Communications Center of Excellence, which examines four approaches to fake news taken by the facilities that produce it. ” Trolling business models. . ” Trolling business models.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Early figures and forecasts show that the mining sector is in for one of the most robust years off the back of the soaring demand for commodities and the industry’s impressive rebound in the second half of 2021. This trend seems to be replicated in Australia, reporting only 19.6% Battle for Top C-Suite Talent Continues.

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The Horizons Tracker

JUNE 23, 2019

Alas, a new report from the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) suggests that at the current rate, this mark won’t be reached until 2053, which would represents an overshoot of some 26 years! Just 4% of businesses report having the right skills and tools to make use of whatever data they have.

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The Horizons Tracker

JANUARY 22, 2020

The report suggests that robots have not caused the wastage of jobs across the country that many predicted, but that certain groups of workers, regions and industries have been vulnerable. The researchers examined the role of industrial robotics during the 2009-2017 period characterized by the Great Recession.

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The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 29, 2023

In an article last year, I looked at the digital skills agenda that has been on policymakers’ minds for seemingly ever. This is because a huge number still lack these skills, and this prevents them from effectively participating in modern society.

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HR Digest

JULY 19, 2023

In today’s fast-paced and uncertain business landscape, leadership skills play a crucial role in creating a high-trust work environment. In this article, we will explore the significance of leadership skills in building trust within the workplace and provide actionable strategies for leaders to foster trust among their teams.

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Rich Gee Group

MARCH 17, 2024

Action Steps: Stay abreast of industry trends and new technologies. Invest in learning new skills relevant to your career goals. Prepare a succinct presentation or report highlighting your contributions. Share what you learn with your team to demonstrate thought leadership.

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Rapid BI

JULY 23, 2021

According to a leading tech recruitment firm, it’s a digital skills shortage. In a report entitled ‘The UK is heading towards a digital skills shortage disaster’, Cloud Assembly cites statistics suggesting that 80% of UK business leaders believe that digital skills are key to our recovery from […].

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

A high-caliber board requires individuals with the requisite skills, experience, and attributes to significantly contribute to the organization’s governance tapestry. This diversity of skills and knowledge can significantly enhance the board’s ability to adeptly tackle complex issues, assess risks, and fuel innovation.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 24, 2024

EOBs invest an average of 12% more annually (£38,000) in on-the-job training and skills development. A striking 83% of EOBs reported increased employee motivation, and 73% reported higher job satisfaction. The report is championed by the Employee Ownership Association (EOA), the trade body for this sector.

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