Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

To Foster Better Collaboration in a Matrix Organization Keep the Conversation Flowing When we ask senior leaders of our global clients about the biggest source of conflict and frustration in their companies, the answer is almost always the same. “Oh, undoubtedly it’s trying to collaborate in our matrix organization.”

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 25, 2023

The following are examples of when their leadership skills are needed the most: Creating a Clear Purpose and Vision: A clear sense of purpose and vision is crucial for an organization. This also helps to foster loyalty and trust within the organization. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Boardrooms today face new, evolving challenges that are increasingly complex to navigate, and they are under immense pressure and scrutiny to operate at maximum effectiveness. Here’s how a global executive search firm can ultimately allow a Board to operate at its peak performance and empower it to realize its most ambitious goals.

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HR Digest

MARCH 3, 2023

The introduction of HR technology has revolutionized the way HR departments operate. To this effect, it’s important for HR managers to determine and focus on the technology trends that play a role in HR operations. We will explore how these technologies can be leveraged to streamline HR operations and improve overall efficiency.

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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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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

These changes necessitate a keen understanding of the current landscape to successfully navigate the complexities and ensure organizations’ continued operations and survival. Leadership transitions can pose a major challenge to any organization, especially in a turbulent environment.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2024

Understanding the Role of a Chief Operating Officer A Chief Operating Officer (COO) holds a distinctive and crucial role in the corporate ecosystem. Equipped with a holistic view of the organization’s objectives and a deep understanding of its operations, a COO is often considered the key driver of operational excellence.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 21, 2021

In many organizations, authority-based leadership is waning. In other words, you have impact on the organization. When organizations send clients to me for executive coaching, the work usually focuses on one of two things: How the leader thinks about their job, and how they do that job.

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Lead from Within

AUGUST 16, 2022

A practical approach to leadership is to look at it as a collection of skills. But there’s one important skill that every leader needs to master—something that will benefit you no matter what your leadership style may be, what your specific role is or what field you’re working in. When you connect, you hear better.

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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. For our book, forming a reading group with professional peers would be especially helpful, inside or outside the organization in which you work.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 31, 2022

In the second part of this series, we will continue this theme on executive hiring for a private equity portfolio company by examining parallel soft skill essentials and core, soft credential constituents. The most complex of all to manage is people, which entails heavy lifting from a soft skill standpoint. The Soft Skills.

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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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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 19, 2021

Senior leaders share the most important leadership skills to master now. As we work with senior leaders to build their leadership development programs, the conversation always turns to the most important leadership skills their frontline and middle-level leaders need. The 3 Most Important Leaders Skills. Time management.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Even though the world looks nothing like it did 30 years ago, organizations still cling to strategies and methodologies developed in the 20th century. Here are five outdated practices that organizations need to kick to the curb immediately: 1. They end up focusing on themselves instead of the people and organization they are leading.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The role of healthcare leadership cannot be underestimated, as it shapes the direction and success of organizations, drives innovation, and ensures the delivery of high-quality care. They also rely on data and analytics to provide their clients with insights into the candidates’ performance and potential impact on the organization.

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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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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 20, 2019

But, in my experience, there is one skill that flies under the radar, is mighty, and can put you on a new playing field: resourcefulness. People who are resourceful have an innate way of figuring things out, not only for their own benefit but also for the whole team or organization. It’s not a one-and-done skill.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 22, 2024

The Importance of Leadership Excellence in Organizations Effective leadership is the driving force behind an organization’s success, helping to steer it toward its goals and navigate the complexities of the market. However, finding the right leaders can be daunting, requiring time and resources.

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The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The Levelling Up White Paper makes explicit reference to the Net Zero agenda, stating that the transition “could have large and long-lasting effects on virtually every aspect of the economy, including jobs and skills, infrastructure and technology, and investment and innovation”. This compares to £33,400 for the average UK employee.

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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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Leading Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

Throw in complex organizations operating in complex markets, and you’ve really got to marvel at how it all comes together every day. Create Effective Organizations A very common mistake I see leaders make is to conflate the terms effective and efficient. Efficient organizations focus on the runner.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The Importance of Healthcare Executives Healthcare executive search is critical in ensuring organizations have the right leaders at the helm. 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.

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Mark Sanborn

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Over two decades of research and observations have revealed the key factors that enable the best organizations to succeed and dominate. Adaptability and Agility The 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic have tested organizations’ resilience. Establishing open communication channels within organizations is critical.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 8, 2024

As founder and CEO of Chobani, a top-selling yogurt company, he “operates on a simple fundamental principle, that we do well by doing good.” Principled leaders must operate in a transparent and consistent manner in accordance with the values and beliefs of the organization. Hamdi Ulukaya – Ulukaya immigrated to the U.S.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 19, 2014

Do you know what everyone in your organization does? This new perspective also improved my leadership skills. Just as I turned that picture over to see it more clearly, I recommend you flip your organization chart to see it for what it really is. By Brian Layer. Chief Executive Officer, N2Growth.

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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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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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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2023

By partnering with executive search firms, organizations operating in the life sciences industry tap into a vast network of experienced professionals with the necessary expertise to excel in these demanding roles and professionals with deep experience identifying and assessing that talent.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 18, 2024

As an experienced talent leader in professional services and executive search, and having come from years of experience working within and advising in the sector, I know how crucial attracting top talent is for life sciences organizations, especially those at the growth stage. And, of course, a comprehensive talent acquisition plan is vital.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2016

I like to call this collection of systems the organization’s “ Human Operating System.” ” Your firm’s Human Operating System is, of course, informed by your vision , enabled by your strategic plans and is translated into company culture. Here are the key parts of every Human Operating System: 1.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

These firms’ expertise and extensive networks help organizations identify and attract top talent for critical leadership roles. Every organization has unique dynamics and strategic goals, from investment banks to hedge funds and private equity firms. Moreover, adaptability is a key trait for effective financial leaders.

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HR Digest

AUGUST 26, 2023

In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, effective people management skills are crucial for leaders and managers. By mastering these skills, leaders can retain top talent, boost productivity and engagement , and drive overall business success.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Learning and Development teams of companies are working overtime to figure out ways to keep the organizations functioning in these difficult times. Learn to address the lacuna observed in the preceding year and align the organization’s needs with that of the employees and the organization’s shifts in policies.

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Great Leadership By Dan

MAY 1, 2018

Guest post from Derek Lidow: Entrepreneurs can come into their livelihood already possessing some vital skills, but no one shows up being the total package. Skills are learned over years of embracing self-improvement and education. No one method for gaining skills is used and being good at absolutely everything is futile.

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HR Digest

AUGUST 18, 2023

In the ever-changing landscape of the business world, HR professionals face the challenge of delivering value to their organizations. The concept of HR value delivery encompasses the ability of HR departments to not only meet the needs of the business but also to create a positive impact on the overall success of the organization.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 11, 2024

Understanding the Role of a CRO In today’s volatile business environment, the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) has emerged as one of the most indispensable positions in a successful organization. Under their stewardship, the CRO implements innovative revenue generation techniques and ensures effective business model operations.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Unveiling the Board’s Strategic Compass Towards Sustainable Growth Astute board governance is the linchpin for fostering an organization’s success and long-term viability. The voyage towards effective board governance commences with delineating what excellence signifies for the organization.

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