Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 21, 2023

If your managers of managers are struggling to hold their teams accountable, dig a level deeper into the root cause This Asking for a Friend question came in from a manager of managers in one of our executive development programs. I’ve got a manager of managers on my team, let’s call her “Sue.”

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 4, 2024

In their search for innovative solutions, businesses actively seek a variety of unique ideas. After getting many suggestions, the company decided to implement an idea related to monitoring the inventory of spray products. However, focusing on a specific set of ideas also means the company might miss out on fresh and innovative ones.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JUNE 13, 2022

Most managers will say they want those outcomes and that they believe in an empowered team, but unintentionally prevent their teams from doing their best. One Big Reason Managers Disempower Their Team. The most common mistakes that disempower teams often result from a manager’s insecurity. How do you find the right balance?

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 28, 2023

In the following paragraphs, we will delve into practical strategies that can significantly enhance employee engagement across your organization – and, as a natural consequence, boost productivity across the board! Employee engagement encompasses more than mere job satisfaction.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In the world of business, leadership and management are often depicted as two distinct circles. For CEOs and executives, understanding when to embrace leadership and when to lean into management is crucial for success. A remarkable leader doesn’t always make an exceptional manager, and vice versa.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 30, 2023

Try These Proven Approaches to Build Consistency & Momentum as a Sales Manager “Hey, Karin, as a sales manager, how do I keep sales from stalling without micromanaging my team? shares practical advice you can use as a sales manager, to keep your sales team focused and productive. Start with the sales process.

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 25, 2024

Thriving in the ever-shifting business landscape demands effective management and the deployment of innovative strategies. A prime example of a strategic approach that has demonstrated significant impact is the art of product sampling.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 14, 2023

In a recent article, I highlighted some of the challenges involved in translating investment in technology and innovation into productivity improvements across the economy. A recent exploration of the German economy by the University of Maastricht showed just how big a problem this is, with productivity growth of just 0.3%

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 30, 2023

In the fast-paced and competitive business world, companies are always looking for ways to enhance productivity and foster a positive work environment. A professionally designed office block can profoundly impact employee productivity levels, creating a conducive environment that promotes collaboration, innovation, and overall well-being.

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Lead on Purpose

SEPTEMBER 28, 2013

What drives innovation in your company or organization? In a recent MIT Sloan Executive Education innovation@work post the author Eric von Hippel asserts that company leaders focus too much on what’s next based on their internal product innovators, and they do not listen enough to the people using the products.

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Rich Gee Group

OCTOBER 21, 2023

Over 20 years ago, I had a manager whose presence was an instant energy booster. Sometimes, he'd spontaneously invite us to sit in on a meeting with upper management, giving us a glimpse into high-level decision-making. Traditional management theory often centers around stability, predictability, and standardization.

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The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Startups are renowned for their creativity and innovation, but this can often dry up once the unique pressures of going public are imposed on a firm. Research from Duke University explores why some companies have managed to remain innovative after going public while others have struggled. Free from pressure.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

For instance, a study from KU Leuven University and the European Central Bank found that large companies do understandably innovate more often and more successfully than SMEs. In relative terms, this may be a small number, but when set against the 20 million or so SMEs operating across Europe, it’s a vast number of innovative firms.

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Modern Servant Leader

JANUARY 2, 2024

Here are 24 innovative leadership goals for the new year – including metrics to measure your progress…. Measurement: ROI, Productivity, Participant percentage…. Increase Innovation: Develop programs like hackathons, innovation days, and community support projects that help team members think outside of the box.

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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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HR Digest

JUNE 8, 2023

With an unwavering commitment to innovation and a trailblazing HR strategy, they have achieved remarkable feats. Instead, the company fosters a continuous feedback loop, enabling managers and peers to provide constructive insights throughout the year. Netflix’s commitment to employee well-being is equally remarkable.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Stuck in a world where productivity meets panic and trying to be a ‘team player’ feels like a conspiracy against your sanity. With the finish line in sight, you can innovate without fear, tossing out time-saving hacks like confetti. Those phrases don’t empower people or lead to productive solutions. What’s most important?”

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 25, 2019

Guest post from Alf Rehn: Some say we live in the golden age of innovation, an age ruled by transformation and revolution. Instead, I would argue that we live in the age of innovation crisis. We’ve never spent more on innovation, yet as many CEOs are starting to notice, the returns are diminishing, and the trend is down, not up.

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The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 31, 2023

However, it is important to note that AI does not completely replace workers; rather, it acts as a “co-pilot” to human workers, enhancing their productivity in specific tasks. By analyzing the collective patterns observed, the firm can then offer better advice to clients on managing their property portfolios.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Historically, a key concern regarding remote working is that it comes with a decline in productivity, as employees who are no longer within sight of their boss slack off. This has come, however, at a cost to innovation, which the researchers suggest has suffered a decline during the pandemic. Productive working. Uncertain times.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 18, 2019

T HE INNOVATION WE PRIZE at successful start-ups is a mindset that is brought into the start-up and not necessarily the inherent quality of every start-up. Innovation isn’t something that just happens; we create the conditions for it. Big organizations can innovate like small start-ups. Creating an Innovation Strategy.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 8, 2023

Navigating the business landscape with a large fleet is a daunting task filled with countless challenges, from managing fuel expenses to ensuring timely maintenance. This article outlines seven key strategies to enhance your fleet’s productivity while economizing your operations.

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HR Digest

AUGUST 26, 2023

In the fast-paced world of business, conflict is an ever-present force that can disrupt team dynamics and hinder productivity. However, the key lies not in avoiding conflict altogether, but in effectively managing and resolving it. In fact, healthy conflict can foster innovation, creativity, and growth within teams.

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 19, 2024

The Benefits of Salon Management Software Integrating management software in a salon environment brings a landslide of operational benefits. Salon owners leveraging these digital solutions find they can more accurately manage bookkeeping, streamline appointment schedules, and keep a vigilant eye on stock levels.

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The Practical Leader

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Like the weather, many leaders talk about agility and innovation, but few managers do much about it. Unlike the weather, there’s a great deal managers can do about building agile and innovative cultures. New products and services can be “knocked off” or copied. It’s a big competitive edge.

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Lead on Purpose

SEPTEMBER 27, 2014

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 24, 2014

No business will be successful unless its product, service or process is innovative on some level. Innovation is what differentiates companies within the same industry from one another. It isn’t something that can be purchased or built, but it is something that can be encouraged and fostered within a company culture.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 15, 2014

The word innovation has become ubiquitous. Just because something is new – whether it’s a mission statement, product, service, or business—doesn’t mean it deserves to proclaim itself innovative. Innovation is not about doing an old thing in a new way. It’s about creating a new way to do something new, or a new way to [.]

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 11, 2024

In this mutually beneficial environment, companies can accelerate their learning curves, share risks, and foster a culture of innovation. Promoting Innovation and Creativity: Coopetition creates an environment that fosters innovation by combining diverse perspectives and expertise.

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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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Lead from Within

APRIL 7, 2020

In those moments it’s especially important that leaders work to keep everyone focused and productive while coping with ambiguity and uncertainty. You will be better able to support your team and model resiliency if you can acknowledge and manage your own stress and anxiety. Help people manage their stress.

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The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

This is fascinating, as there has been considerable concern in recent times that our innovative output has been slowing down. Indeed, the researchers believe that we need around 20 times as many researchers today to produce the same amount of research productivity growth seen 80 years ago. Making breakthroughs. Scientific backing.

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 15, 2024

In the bustling business landscape of London, talent management has become a crucial element for organizational success. The digital age has transformed the way businesses operate, necessitating a shift in talent management strategies to keep pace with technological advancements and the evolving workforce.

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The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Many argue that this tepid growth is underpinned by the low productivity that sees Britain consistently below France, Germany, and the United States. This decline was especially pronounced after the financial crisis, with productivity growth the second slowest in the G7, after Italy. Area-level productivity. Slow progress.

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The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 4, 2022

While attending events like HIMSS, there is a distinct sense of so-called “make and sell” involved, with companies certain that if they can only make a nice enough product that it will inevitably transform healthcare for the better. A study from the Innovation Unit outlined a number of things that could help to create such demand.

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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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Skip Prichard

JANUARY 10, 2022

Creating world-class products and services is a discipline that some organizations seem to master, and others struggle to achieve. Radhika Dutt presents a different approach in her book Radical Product Thinking. Radhika’s experience building products in numerous industries is evident in every chapter. Radhika Dutt.

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