Mike Cardus

MAY 21, 2023

6 methods and ideas for change within organizations Organization development and change management keep running into, over, through, and around each other. Being aware of different perspectives and reactions allows you to tailor your methods and approaches to best support the team or organization through the change process.

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Strategy Driven

JUNE 7, 2021

Deploying an operational risk management program that does the intended job remains a challenge for many businesses today. The industrial sector and others have witnessed rapid changes that significantly altered the way businesses operate. They need to train all employees to make risk-based thinking part of everyday operations.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 24, 2019

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.” In a digitally mature company, the digital strategy is a core part of the organization’s overall business strategy. Digital Maturity.

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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 20, 2022

Organizations typically want knowledge to flow between employees, thinking that doing so helps to facilitate both collaboration and innovation. They’re generally less keen, however, on knowledge flowing outside of the organization, for fear that it will benefit rivals and erode competitive advantages. Knowledge flows.

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Influence Competitive Advantage Incentives Operations 114

Tanveer Naseer

OCTOBER 4, 2016

With a complex endeavour such as leadership, it’s only natural that there be different schools of thought and perspectives on what would be the best way to lead your team and organization forward. Now to be clear, leaders by default do operate with some form of authority, usually as a result of their position within their organization.

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The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Environmental changes While previous research has focused on the influence of recent events on business ventures in response to environmental change, the interplay between a venture’s historical context, including the environmental conditions present during its inception, and performance outcomes remains unexplored.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

In this ever-evolving landscape, understanding the evolution of the IT industry becomes crucial for organizations and professionals alike. Businesses now have powerful tools and technologies to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and deliver customer value. One of the most crucial skills for future tech leaders is adaptability.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 18, 2021

As the owner or manager of a restaurant, it’s natural that you’re flat out looking at many of your business’s everyday operational components. One option to consider is influencer marketing. It’s time to learn the basics of influencer marketing and how you might utilize it in your venture. Types of Influencer Marketing.

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The Practical Leader

MARCH 13, 2024

About 85% of the time the fault is caused by the system, processes, structure, or practices of the organization. An organization’s systems are the outcroppings of the organization’s bedrock values and culture. That’s not what happens in most organizations.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

I N THE PAST DECADE, the corporate world has seen a seismic shift in how it operates. The Erosion of Traditional Corporate Culture A strong corporate culture will influence how team members interact and conduct business. Teams operating within a strong culture share a set of values, beliefs, and behaviors.

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The Horizons Tracker

JUNE 13, 2023

The study found that CHROs with strong abilities and relationships, and who work in a supportive environment, are almost twice as likely to successfully integrate data, technology, and people, and four times more likely to have effective relationships and influence with other C-suite executives, including the CEO, CFO, CTO, and COO. “As

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Technology Organization CTO COO 88

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Effective leaders in this space have the ability to optimize supply chain operations, streamline processes, and identify cost-saving opportunities. It helps build strong relationships with suppliers, enabling organizations to negotiate favorable terms and establish strategic partnerships for long-term success.

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Chief Procurement Officer Supply Chain CPO Leadership 345

thoughtLEADERS, LLC

MAY 23, 2019

Our reader poll today asks: Where does the most influence reside in your organization? Marketing is the top dog: 8% Product is king: 13% Finance rules all: 21% Operations is in charge: 21% R&D is above all others: 2% Sales, sales, sales: 26% Someone else: 9% Know who the alpha is.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 11, 2024

” This dynamic approach has numerous benefits and challenges, and savvy organizations can leverage it to foster growth and gain a competitive edge. Cost Reduction: Engaging in coopetition allows organizations to share costs, infrastructure, and research and development expenses.

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The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

The research suggests that people have a mixed opinion of remote working in large part because of factors outside the workplace, and it’s, therefore, vital for managers to understand the context within which remote working operates to understand whether employees value it or not.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

As a business leader who turns the challenges of modern corporations into profitable opportunities and with extensive experience as a senior executive in a Fortune 20 environment, Jeannie understands how to transform operations to focus on fueling human centered performance within organizations.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 28, 2024

They’re the admired former leaders who come to embody the very spirit of the organization and have a significant influence long after they’ve left the organization. ” Beyond the physical The research explains that these leaders often transcend the physical, and become instead immortalized in their organization.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

These values stand as the bedrock, guiding employee actions and serving as the compass propelling the organization forward in the highly volatile business landscape of the 21st century. The best leaders can influence their team’s behavior and work ethics, promoting a positive atmosphere that encourages productivity and innovation.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The Importance of a Strong Chief Commercial Officer in Business A robust Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) plays an instrumental role in businesses, providing strategic supervision, guidance, and management of all aspects of commercial operations. The CCO becomes paramount as enterprises navigate competitive landscapes and complex markets.

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Mike Cardus

APRIL 21, 2024

Their cultural contexts influence them, but they also have the agency to effect change within them. What you will see when working well: Increased engagement and initiative across the organization. A flow of new ideas from various levels of the organization. Engage different layers of the organization in the mapping process.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2010

Understanding how to leverage the influence factor can make a defining difference in your ability to drive change, build cohesive teams, and to successfully implement strategic vision. As a leader your “Influence Quotient” is the IQ you need to pay attention to.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Furthermore, with AI algorithms’ ability to actively learn and improve over time, strategic decision-making, talent management , and operational efficiency may achieve new heights. Leveraging AI can lead to better prediction accuracy, eliminate biases in decision-making, and streamline operations.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Companies can enhance board effectiveness and ensure the right mix of competencies by assessing individual board members’ performance, evaluating overall board dynamics, and considering the alignment with the organization’s strategic goals. Establishing clear criteria is equally essential when conducting board evaluations.

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360-Degree Feedback Strategy Objective Diversity 362

Lead from Within

MARCH 7, 2024

Leaders are increasingly recognizing the need to integrate AI into their organizations to stay competitive. Providing clear explanations of AI’s potential influence is vital, emphasizing that AI is designed to enhance tasks and improve efficiency, not replace jobs. How Can AI Enhance Our Operations?

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Joseph Lalonde

DECEMBER 23, 2022

These practices help create a healthy work environment and positively influence the public perception of the company, which is beneficial for all stakeholders involved – including investors looking for a trustworthy business partner. ultimately improving the public image for investors who want long-term success.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 25, 2024

As companies expand their operations into new markets and collaborate with diverse teams, leaders must adapt their leadership styles to accommodate different cultural perspectives. Through personalized coaching sessions, leaders gain insights into the cultural nuances and sensitivities that influence communication across different regions.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2024

These organizations have distinct needs and priorities that must be carefully considered when searching for top-level talent. Purpose drives nonprofit organizations, and finding executives passionate about advancing the mission is crucial. One of the critical aspects to understand is the importance of mission alignment.

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Rich Gee Group

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

To ensure that your corporate purpose remains at the forefront, connecting everyday tasks to the broader vision is vital, redefining success metrics beyond financial targets, and celebrating the impact beyond the organization’s walls is vital. This creates a sense of belonging and purpose in the workforce.

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Rich Gee Group

JULY 31, 2023

They are tasked with translating strategic direction into operational reality, managing teams, and dealing with the practicalities of day-to-day work. So, you can imagine the unique position they find themselves in - a place of influence, yet a place of substantial pressure too. Here's where the magic happens, folks. Learn more

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 24, 2021

However, while often not “planned”, our research shows that many leaders’ paths follow this pattern because they have been operating with a serendipity mindset. A serendipity mindset is not a mythical power that only specific leaders are born with but a way of operating in both our professional and personal lives that can be learned.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Understanding the Importance of an Executive Director in an Organization’s Success An organization’s success can be influenced by the strategic leadership and guidance provided by its executive director. This individual plays a pivotal role in shaping the vision, mission, and overall direction of the organization.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 15, 2022

If you’re not leading with emotional intelligence, you’re operating without the level of trust you need to be effective. How are your influence-building skills? Influence is central to leadership—you can’t lead if no one is following you. How are your appreciation skills?

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Emotional Intelligence Self-aware Leadership Influence 218

Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 18, 2024

That Wasn’t a Compliment Early in my (David’s) career, I worked in a very culturally diverse organization. Reduced Global Competitiveness Failing to address cross-cultural challenges compromises your ability to operate effectively across different markets. The goal is to define (and continually redefine) a shared culture.

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Leadership Learning-by-Doing Commitment Diversity 291

Persuasive Powerhouse

JULY 26, 2010

I figured it was time for me to say something too from the standpoint of the relationships you have in the organization. So what is your role in influencing creativity and innovation in others? So what is your role in influencing creativity and innovation in others? You can always speak up if you have to later.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

That’s an entirely different paradigm than in the 1950’s of pursuing one profession during a lifetime, probably for only one organization! What’s good for the organization. If coworkers will change profession that often, what then is good for the organization? Why is this good for the organization? Creative capacities.

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The Office Blend Blog

JUNE 8, 2020

Normally stoic, on that particular day she was uncharacteristically candid, “In this organization you need to learn to leave your personal life at the door. I realized years on, that work affects us broadly — because of its central importance in the operation of our everyday lives. Remember that, Marla.”

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

P ERHAPS it goes without saying, but a healthy organization will achieve more than an organization that is too sick to support your goals. The authors define performance as “what an enterprise does to deliver improved results for its stakeholders in financial and operational terms. Architect : Influence levers.

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