N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Understanding the Importance of Proactive Succession Planning Proactive succession planning is pivotal for an organization’s sustainability and long-term growth. In addition, a strategically designed succession plan serves as a tool to attract, engage, and retain top talent.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

I don’t take it for granted that I’m going to be successful. It’s actually about finding problems, embracing and even enjoying them because each problem is an opportunity to remove an obstacle and get closer to success.” Once you’re over that moment, pivot toward success: ‘Great! That’s how you rearrange your brain for success.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 5, 2024

This framework aims to not only alleviate difficult conflicts but also promote better team collaboration. 19:17 – 20:44 – Clarity is highlighted as the second crucial dimension for effective conflict management. This sets the stage for a deep dive into conflict resolution strategies.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JUNE 5, 2023

Successful Working Managers Relentlessly Prioritize, Invest in People, and Delegate “I’m a working manager – not that all managers aren’t working, but I have an enormous pile of my work, besides having to lead my team. What is a working manager?

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The Importance of Executive Management Coaching Today The importance of executive management coaching in today’s volatile business environment cannot be overstated. By investing in executive management coaching, organizations can create a culture of continuous learning and growth, fostering a pipeline of strong leaders at all levels.

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Lead from Within

OCTOBER 11, 2023

From communicating effectively to motivating and inspiring others, there are many different elements that go into leading a successful team. The right leadership skills can make all the difference when it comes to achieving a team’s goals, fostering a positive work environment, and driving long-term success.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

I N Power to the Middle: Why Managers Hold the Keys to the Future of Work , authors Bill Schaninger, Bryan Hancock, and Emily Field contend that middle managers are crucial to the new world of work. They came to realize that they needed middle managers more than ever. What kind of qualities and skills does the job require?

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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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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

While we often focus on well-known emotions like joy, confidence, and determination, there are several other emotions that, when nurtured, can significantly contribute to the success of your team. As a leader, it’s essential to recognize and cultivate these undervalued emotions within your team members.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Here is how you can control your leadership frustration successfully at work: Be Responsive Not Reactive: Successful leaders manage their frustration by being responsive, rather than reactive, when facing challenges. By being responsive, leaders can make calculated decisions that align with the goals of the team and organization.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 8, 2024

It’s more than managing budgets or metrics; the key lies in understanding and managing the people side of change. Here’s a simple, strategic, and successful guide for leaders to navigate change. Leaders should actively listen, addressing concerns, and motivate teams to adopt the change.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 12, 2023

I N BUSINESS, as in sports, the aspect that distinguishes the best teams from the mediocre teams comes down to collaboration. Too often, managers put their heads down and focus only on their own departments. Let’s apply the team sport analogy further. Let’s apply the team sport analogy further.

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Lead from Within

MAY 22, 2023

Conflict is inevitable in any team. It’s how leaders handle it that can make the difference between a successful resolution or a damaging escalation. The best leaders know how to navigate team conflict successfully and emerge stronger as a result. As a result, the team members feel a sense of ownership and pride.

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Lead from Within

JUNE 9, 2023

The success of an organization is often dependent on the strength and cohesion of its teams. Great teams are made up of individuals who work well together, share common goals, and are committed to achieving success. By honoring each other, team members feel valued and motivated to give their best effort.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 24, 2023

There are many successful managers who have the skills and expertise to drive results and achieve success in their roles. However, not all of these managers are able to transition from successful managers to great leaders. On the other hand, successful managers provide the details for direction.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

These leaders not only drive the strategic direction of healthcare organizations but also shape the culture, guide decision-making, and inspire teams to deliver the highest quality outcomes possible. Another challenge in healthcare executive search is the need for candidates with a unique blend of clinical expertise and management skills.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Invest One Hour a Month to Help Your Team Perform Even Better. Every truly high-performing team has one thing in common: They spend time in candid conversation talking about what’s working and consistently look for ways to improve. And they enjoy and celebrate their success. What is our vision for a great team culture?

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Lead from Within

MAY 19, 2023

Great leaders understand that success is not a one-time event, but rather a result of consistent effort and planning. Unfortunately, most managers and executive leadership teams ignore this sound advice. As a leader, it’s important to set your team up for success by implementing proven strategies.

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Lead from Within

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Building a high-performance team is essential for achieving success in any organization. By doing this well, the results will be a more productive, effective, and efficient team. So, how do the best leaders create high-performance team cultures? So, how do the best leaders create high-performance team cultures?

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

As a trusted advisor and expert in leadership development, I have witnessed first-hand how these services have transformed organizations into powerhouses of success. Instead, organizations recognize the importance of a holistic approach incorporating key principles and strategies to achieve sustainable success.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The Strategic Advantage of Executive Leadership Team Evaluations & Assessments Executive leadership team evaluations provide a critical strategic advantage for organizations. Through a comprehensive evaluation process, executive leadership teams gain a better understanding of their strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.

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Rich Gee Group

JANUARY 16, 2024

In the dynamic world of business, the term 'Optimal State' often arises, especially in discussions about executive success. But what exactly is this Optimal State, and how does it pave the way to success? Key Behaviors of a Successful Executive Strategic Thinking: Successful executives are visionary.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The Role of Board Advisor Coaching in Shaping Success Board advisor coaching plays a critical role in shaping the success of organizations and their leaders. By thinking strategically, executives are better equipped to navigate uncertainty, drive organizational change, and position their companies for long-term success.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Despite its perceived importance, for the most part, companies have a miserable track record when it comes to managing their people. Companies consistently get culture wrong because they go about assessing it, and attempting to manage it from the top-down, not the bottom-up. But what does this mean?

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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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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Successfully developing a leadership team involves providing support, guidance, and opportunities for growth and development. By doing so, a leader is sending the message that they care about their own development and the development of their team. You do not lead a team to success, you lead a team to excellence. #1

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Great Results Team Building

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

But, surprisingly, those people were NOT ALWAYS the ones who were contributing the most to our success as a team when it mattered as we entered the playoffs at the end of our season. And the people who truly make a difference – the ones who lead the team to improved performance and results – are committed to growth….

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Chartered Management Institute

APRIL 2, 2024

Petra had become an accidental manager. Not only was she relatively new to the team and suddenly in charge, but the organisation had also adopted hybrid working in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. Three of her team were never in the office. Here, I could go a whole month without receiving any communication from my team.”

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

or, “Doesn’t the team understand why we’re doing what we’re doing?” – the answer is almost always “No, they don’t get it. In those moments, it’s worth your effort to understand your leaders’ or your team’s decision-making if you can. What About Your Team or Skip-Level Frustrations?

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

I’d like to have some semblance of unity on my team, but I’m not sure where to start. How do I CARVE OUT A TEAM CULTURE?” ” #askingforafriend How to Carve Out A Team Culture Even When Your Company Culture is Lacking Great question! Create your team culture by encouraging innovation and alignment.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 8, 2023

My team’s results are not where they need to be. But my manager now wants to bring in all kinds of help: people from HR, training, and even my peers. Imagine you’re at the helm of a team that’s hit a rough patch. Then, your manager decides it’s time to bring in external help. We are struggling.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 11, 2023

Can you relate to the phrase, overwhelmed working manager? Recently we received a question from a manager and this manager writes, “I am a working manager. Not that all managers aren’t working, but I have an enormous pile of my work besides having to lead my team. What should I do?”

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Lead from Within

JUNE 21, 2023

Have you ever attended a team meeting and felt like you weren’t included or valued as a member of the team? Lack of inclusion during team meetings is often due to cliques, not being part of the leader’s inner circle, or the leader being focused on him or herself. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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Lead from Within

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Great leaders know they have the power to influence their team’s success. Here are 12 of the most powerful ways leaders can create dynamic teams: Create direction. Providing direction is literally the charge of a leader, so know where your team is headed. Don’t just enable your team members to do their current job.

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CO2

JANUARY 11, 2024

This is where the magic of executive team coaching lies – it’s the maestro’s wand that brings about unity, precision, and peak performance. A study from the Harvard Business Review demonstrates how executive team coaching effectively aligns leaders, triggering a 20% increase in organizational success.

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CO2

JANUARY 11, 2024

This is where the magic of executive team development lies. Using executive team coaching to build mastery is the way forward to gain both positivity and productivity. The Harmony of High Team Performance Groundbreaking research by the American Psychological Association highlights a striking benefit of this type of Team Development.

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