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.

Engineering 141

Engineering Innovation Incubator Open-book 141

Experience to Lead

MAY 30, 2023

In a world that grows more complex every day, executives often face scrutiny as they lead through uncertainty. To manage these challenges, executives are called on to adopt a long-term perspective on organizational strategy while staying in tune with the present-day needs of clients, customers and team members.

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Training Execution Leadership Emotional Intelligence 52

N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

This planning secures the organization’s future by training competent leaders and fosters a culture of development that can make an organization an employer of choice. The infusion of diverse thoughts and skills does more than just foster innovation; it boosts resilience and adaptability, too.

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Trends Planning Succession Leadership Pipeline 440

Engaging Leader

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

The new book The Innovator''s Method: Bringing the Lean Start-up into Your Organization, by Nathan Furr and Jeff Dyer, is a leader’s guide to validating new ideas, refining them, and bringing them to market. Perhaps it was an idea for a new product or service, or a process change to solve a complex problem.

Uncertainty 214

Uncertainty Organization Christensen Tactics 214

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.

Skills 98

Skills Management Emotional Intelligence Active Listening 98

N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Insurance executives face unique challenges and opportunities with emerging technologies, including AI, evolving regulatory environments, and global economic uncertainties. They are no longer responsible for managing risk but also for driving innovation, enhancing customer experiences, and achieving sustainable growth.

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Insurance Execution Long-term Diversity 235

Chartered Management Institute

MAY 21, 2024

Training makes us stronger An article in Management Today outlined four strategies for enhancing business risk management and resilience, quoting Ann Francke OBE, CMI’s chief executive, when she appeared on the magazine’s Leadership Lessons podcast. “We If you’re still struck by that figure, you’re not alone. Why not share it.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 1, 2021

Last week I attended the Association of Training Providers conference, where people like us who run training companies like ours gather to talk about industry trends, share ideas, and help one another better serve our clients. During times of uncertainty and change, it’s easy to focus on what we don’t know.

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HR Digest

JULY 29, 2023

This shift has brought about new challenges for HR leaders , including how to manage remote teams, ensure employee engagement, and maintain a healthy work-life balance for workers. This includes creating a resource center for ERGs, providing leadership training, and promoting opportunities for ERG members to connect with one another.

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Trends Agility Resources Uncertainty 98

Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 16, 2021

As the pandemic and uncertainty persist, we invite you to consider putting people before projects. Cultivate Curiosity–for innovations, improvements, and efficiencies. Growth and development don’t necessarily mean upward movement into management or leadership roles. Leading People So They Want to Stick Around.

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Project Letter Loyalty Consultative 476

Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 19, 2023

Look for people on your team (including support team members like HR, Finance, and project managers) who really understand what you’re doing. If there’s training involved, consider including your most engaged managers as “leader teachers.” Give them an active role in the change process.

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Tips Team Lewin Early Adopters 234

Skip Prichard

JUNE 18, 2020

How to Ignite Innovation. Innovation is one subject that each and every one of us should study because its powerful force is available to us if we know how to tap it. It’s no surprise that Tamara Ghandour’s book interested me because I read all I can about innovation and creativity. Everyone is Innovative . so read on.

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LDRLB

AUGUST 6, 2012

Leapfrogging starts with a simple idea: that the biggest innovations come as a surprise. The challenge with surprises, of course, is that they are by definition unexpected – they require uncertainty – which most businesses are designed to reduce. The process of innovation is inherently messy and filled with uncertainty.

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Innovation Uncertainty Case Study Definition 120

The Center For Leadership Studies

JUNE 26, 2023

The aim is to establish an innovative, competitive business, optimizing processes and delivering high value to customers and stakeholders. A critical factor of digital development is equipping your managers to lead your team through the transformation. What Is Digital Transformation?

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Team Situational Leadership Training Uncertainty 52

Leading Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Whether it's the death of a friend, loss of a job, a bad break-up or the isolation of Covid-19, those who manage to be where their feet are will grow, stretch and emerge stronger, smarter and more prepared as we find peace and gratitude in the pause. We need to make our interactions count. Blog Post ).

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Books Leadership Open-book Wiseman 453

Coaching Tip

APRIL 28, 2016

At the root of all change and innovation challenges is a leadership opportunity,” argues Chris Laping, in his new book, “PEOPLE BEFORE THINGS: Change isn’t and end-user problem.”. Harvard Business Review says that one of the seven skills you need to thrive in the C-suite is change management. Training the Mind. Change Leaders.

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Innovation eBook Project Uncertainty 70

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The financial services industry demands leaders who can strategically manage risks, drive innovation, and stay ahead of the curve. Innovative tools and platforms have revolutionized how executive search is conducted, enabling greater efficiency and accuracy in the search process.

Finance 411

Finance Execution Leadership Long-term 411

Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2020

That requires better strategic thinking, creativity and innovation, and greater agility and responsiveness. Learning from mistakes is key to this approach, and line managers need to exhibit patience, perseverance, and encouragement. I’d complement those with negotiation, communication, and managing change. My concern.

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Leadership Development Development Leadership Short-term 241

Eric Jacobson

AUGUST 25, 2022

Taylor, the CEO and President of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), shares his personal experiences and candid, compassionate and practical thoughts on how to transform the way to select, retain and train employees in today’s, post-COVID and radically changed business environment. Taylor, Jr. Taylor, Jr.

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Taylorism Taylor Human Resources Diversity 65

The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 3, 2021

New research from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business highlights the crucial role emotional intelligence can play in dealing with this stress and uncertainty. ’ If you are an entrepreneur, you know that managing your business can often feel like you are screaming alone on an emotional rollercoaster,” they continue.

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Emotional Intelligence Entrepreneur Uncertainty Crisis 140

Eric Jacobson

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

Teams that harness their collective XQ achieve greater collaboration and innovation. Increase team collaboration, innovation, and results. Abilities can include higher order things like pattern recognition or managing uncertainty. Developing XQ helps people become better leaders. Transform organizational culture.

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Kaplan How To Self-aware Emotional Intelligence 102

CO2

DECEMBER 12, 2023

New-Age Leadership Skills: Emotional and Social IQ, Innovation, Empathy, Crisis Management The paradigm of leadership is continually evolving, and today’s leaders must possess a diverse set of skills to navigate the complexities of the modern business world.

Leadership Development 78

Leadership Development Skills Development Leadership 78

Skip Prichard

JULY 6, 2020

New managers , or those aspiring to manage a team, often are looking for a playbook to help them get started. And, let’s face it, seasoned managers often need a refresher on some of the basics. How I wish we had an entire day to talk about management and leadership. 4 Things Great Managers Do. 2) Energize.

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Management Diversity Performance Review Review 107

Coaching Tip

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

Beyond alarming questions of what is "fair" to the innovators themselves, few have considered how these human capital controls might impact the quality and quantity of innovation--and ultimately economic growth. We have all been trained that the more control we have, the more successful we will be. Businesses hate uncertainty.

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Innovation Kaplan Diversity Open-book 126

Michael Lee Stallard

JUNE 5, 2021

Their interest in our work has been to help their leaders and managers learn to cultivate a culture of connection so that everyone can give their best performance. Their mnemonic device stands for Community, Openness, Networking, Needs, Expeditionary mindset, Countermeasures, and Training and preparation.

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Self-aware Stress Environment Long-term 332

HR Digest

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Noticing fellow teachers struggling with technology adoption, she moved into the role of instructional technologist, implementing IT projects and training teachers how to use technology in the classroom. Hard skills are quantifiable capabilities learned in an education setting or training program. Digital transformation managers.

Skills 145

Skills Emotional Intelligence CFO Power 145

Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Erik Samdahl of i4cp shared Let Managers Manage Flexible Work, But… “ When it comes to flexible work decisions, “let managers manage” is a better motto than setting a top-down policy. Jim considers: “ Top-down, command and control management styles have no place in our new world.

Leadership Development 291

Leadership Development Development Leadership FAQ 291

Experience to Lead

JANUARY 29, 2024

However, managers and employees who can turn times of crisis into opportunities for organizational change and growth will be the ones to ensure the business stands the test of time. The good news is, there are ways of managing disruptions to business without crumbling under the pressure.

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Learning-by-Doing Travel Competitive Advantage Crisis 52

Chart Your Course

APRIL 29, 2013

Part of being a leader is managing change. Innovation has always been what makes good businesses great. And innovation does not happen without change and risk. Your business is adding a new time-management system, which requires employees to log their hours on specific projects. Manage perceptions. Create a vision.

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White Paper Human Resources Consensus Case Study 231

The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

The very fact that remote working could be viewed in such a mixed way may be something of a shock to managers who have been trained to view it in purely positive terms. A mixed picture. Indeed, in our post-Covid world, offering remote work has almost come to be seen as a “must have” feature in order to attract talent.

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Influence Crisis Reference Environment 133

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

These blind spots can often be unproblematic until moments of instability or uncertainty suddenly become detrimental. In general, professional development is a proven method of boosting employee retention, with research showing that when team members receive training, they’re more likely to stay with an organization for longer.

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Executive Coaching Execution Self-aware Company 318

The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The study included a survey of 682 managers, wherein they were asked about the prevalence, nature, and perceived impact of chance events, as well as how their individual characteristics related to these events and career outcomes. The post How Chance Influences Our Career first appeared on The Horizons Tracker.

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Career Influence Participative Restructuring 118

Experience to Lead

DECEMBER 18, 2023

There’s no time for poorly-managed conversations when running a business or an organization. If you’re someone who doesn’t take too kindly to “bossy” managers that push people around, the good news is that this doesn’t have to be your approach. We believe that people are the most powerful agents for change and growth.

Leadership Development 52

Leadership Development Development Leadership Long-term 52

CO2

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Unlike traditional training programs, business coaching is highly personalized. Enhanced Time Management : Coaches aid in refining your daily operations to focus on critical tasks. Coaches help you develop these qualities, ensuring you can navigate and thrive in the face of change and uncertainty.

Leadership Development 78

Leadership Development Development Succession Execution 78

Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

First, don’t allow yourself to become so overwhelmed and distracted by the uncertainties—what you don’t know—that you lose sight of what you do know, and what you can control. The natural tendency during times of uncertainty is to try to fix things and resort to telling people what to do. H is about spreading hope.

How To 94

How To Uncertainty Long-term Supply Chain 94

Mike Cardus

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Matching the Manager-Employee Capacity. Are you a “Big Enough” Manager? Correct distance in knowledge, responsibility, competency between manager and employee. Managers are seen as competent and are held accountable for the output of employees. Absent or non-existent relationship of managers and employees.

Team Building 150

Team Building Organization Development Team 150

The Center For Leadership Studies

MAY 11, 2023

Building a performance culture is the first step to cultivating an organization that is innovative, resilient and proactive in the face of change. Not only does this reduce the stress caused by uncertainty or poor communication but also gives employees the confidence to speak their mind and share new ideas.

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Situational Leadership Follow-up Leadership Styles Training 52