Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

And yet many leaders try to check the gratitude box with a “Thanks-for-passing-the-gravy” kind of gratitude. Those courtesies are important. But many leaders, at every level of organizations, miss this vital pause. As leaders, it is our job to say “thank you” and recognize good work. Progress is good. It changes us.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 30, 2023

To distinguish yourself as a young leader, build your knowledge, focus on results and relationships, and speak up. You’re a young leader with responsibility for a small team and you want more responsibility. And if you manage a young leader, please don’t use those despair-inducing words.) What are the vital outcomes?

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2023

As the sector evolves and expands, companies increasingly turn to executive search firms like N2Growth to help them identify and recruit top talent for critical leadership roles. The Growing Demand for Executive Search in the Life Sciences Industry Executive search firms are experiencing a surge in demand within the life sciences industry.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 8, 2024

Doing conflict at work well when you’re not in the same room, in different time zones, when you’re dealing with what Phil, our IT guy, would call “a crap ton” of rapid change is even harder. Help your remote team do conflict better with a few Powerful Phrases Navigating conflict at work is hard.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The Importance of Effective Leadership in Educational Institutions In the constantly evolving landscape of education, effective leadership plays a pivotal role in the success and growth of educational institutions. One of the primary challenges is the competitive nature of the industry.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2024

One of the critical aspects to understand is the importance of mission alignment. While technical competencies and leadership acumen are essential in any executive role, nonprofits often require additional skills specific to their sector.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving corporate landscape, the role of executive search is undergoing a profound transformation. But what does this integrated future look like for businesses, leaders, and executive search consultants? Predictive Analytics and Candidate Potential But that’s not all.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The role of a Chief People Officer (CPO) in modern organizations is crucial in driving the success of businesses. This executive role focuses on developing and implementing human resources strategies to manage the workforce and create a positive organizational culture.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 13, 2023

And you know what she said next? One of the most surprising findings in our Courageous Cultures research was the huge number of people (fifty-six percent) who said they don’t share ideas because they’re afraid they won’t get credit. What a tragic loss of innovation, not to mention the drain on morale and engagement.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 28, 2021

about the challenging role of being a middle manager. I think you will find the discussion of the 21 roles of a middle manager particularly interesting. I think you will find the discussion of the 21 roles of a middle manager particularly interesting. Your turn, What are the most important roles of a middle manager?

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 21, 2023

” Sue’s an incredible leader. And, if Sue has been in this role for a while, with this team, you are right to be concerned. Strong leaders don’t have weak teams. Is she effectively communicating her team’s strategic initiatives, the Most Important Things (MITs) , to the team? Hard worker.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 21, 2021

What is tenacity? ” Because if you’re a leader, who really believes in the “ the idea or thing” you’re leading your team toward, that passion and tenacity can become contagious. .” 2:47 How does grit and tenacity developed as a tri-athlete translate into your role as a leader?

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2023

When it comes to the success of new executives in your organization, just about nothing plays as critical a role as onboarding. Sure, a new hire could be a highly-skilled, perfect-match leader eager to start. What Is Executive Onboarding? Let’s dive into how to use this process to set your people and company up for success.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 9, 2021

5:14 – What does it mean to Lead from the Middle and why Scott avoids the label “middle manager.” 10:34 – The inherent role of conflict at the intersection of horizontal and vertical information flow. 12:42 – The research-based mindsets that the most effective middle managers embrace.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

Don’t Overlook The Importance of Peers in Your Network of Strategic Advisors. But don’t overlook the importance of a network of strong peer relationships. Whenever anyone asks me what leadership lessons I wished I’d learned sooner, I always have the same response. What would add? An Encourager.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Leadership development is one of the most important investments you can make in your organization’s success. The results are lost time, money, credibility – and worst of all, poorly trained leaders. How Jennifer recognized this and why she wrote Leaders Deserve Better. Leadership Development that Works.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 29, 2022

Focus their efforts on what matters most. Help them become leader teachers. Focus their efforts on what matters most. And, strategically spending your time doing what mattered most. Talk to your manager, know what matters most, and be sure you help your team nail that. Keep them growing.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 5, 2024

This changing landscape has highlighted the importance of effectively navigating conflict. This underscores the critical role of systems in navigating workplace conflict. Kilmann stresses the need for leaders to focus on organizational systems to effectively navigate workplace conflict.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

What does it mean to be resourceful? And yet during times of stress, ambiguity, and change , when you need your team to be THE MOST resourceful, some managers clamp down, insist on the old ways of doing things, and slow their team down. So how do you teach and encourage resourcefulness in your leaders and on your team?

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The Importance of Supply Chain Leadership Starts with the Chief Procurement Officer Supply chain leadership plays a pivotal role in driving organizational success and resilience in today’s dynamic business environment. Furthermore, successful CPOs are exceptional leaders who inspire and motivate their teams to achieve excellence.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 27, 2023

If you want to be an effective human-centered leader, you’ve got to keep learning and growing. We discuss the value of learning from leaders in different industries and applying their insights to your work. We discuss the value of learning from leaders in different industries and applying their insights to your work.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 6, 2021

As a leader do you ever feel overwhelmed and stressed? 24:19 – A deep dive into how leaders can work with their stress and help resolve it. 29:03 – Your limited ability to focus and how to get the most from that resource. 24:19 – A deep dive into how leaders can work with their stress and help resolve it.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

To get better executive leadership support, ask for what you need. An executive visit can really help provide strategic context and reinforce important priorities. But what do you do if your senior leader is not showing up as often or as supportive as you would like? Ask for exactly what you need.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Succession planning is crucial for any organization, but it is especially important for top leaders. Additionally, a succession plan can help to mitigate the risks associated with the unexpected departure of a top leader, such as a sudden resignation or illness.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

I F YOU ENTER a bookstore and peruse the shelves for books on famous leaders in history, you’ll likely find a recurring cast of characters staring at you. With varying degrees of nuance, these people are treated as heroes, role models, and inspirations. It’s hard to escape this view of leaders and leadership. Winston Churchill.

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Next Level Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2022

One of the big differences between leaders who shape the bigger picture for a company and those that hit a ceiling and stay stuck in their functional roles is that the big picture leaders are way better at influencing their colleagues. Don’t lead with what they can do for you; lead with what you can do for them.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 17, 2024

Stepping into a new leadership role is an exciting but challenging journey. As an executive leadership coach, I believe it’s important for new leaders to have a few strategies to help them conquer the impostor syndrome. Embrace Continuous Learning: New leaders don’t have to know everything from day one.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Successful leaders inspire, encourage, build trust, and boost morale. They also create organizational cultures that act as incubators for the next generation of intelligent leaders. Their role goes beyond just managing resources. The true measure of a leader is their ability to take action in times of need.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 8, 2023

It’s crucial for every successful leader to understand the motivations and drivers of their direct reports. The best leaders take the time to regularly check in with their team members and ask the right questions to gain valuable insights into how to support and motivate them. What do you need from us to do your best work?

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Next Level Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

One of the most powerful quotes I’ve ever read has stuck with me for years. It’s from Robert Greenleaf in his book, Servant Leadership , where he wrote, “The most difficult question to ask oneself is, ‘Does what I have to say improve upon the silence?’” If you’re feeling the urge to talk, count to seven and see what happens.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Plus, many of the executive candidates that are well-aligned to a role at your organization likely aren’t posting their resumes to job boards and are, in fact, passive candidates. What is executive search? What exactly is executive search, and what differentiates it from a typical recruiting process?

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

The Importance of Finding Innovators in the Life Sciences Industry In today’s rapidly evolving life sciences industry, finding innovators has become critical for organizations seeking to stay ahead of the curve. Finding innovators in the life sciences industry The importance of innovative leadership cannot be overstated.

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Michael Lee Stallard

MARCH 19, 2023

Our focus is on the importance of human connection and cultivating a culture of connection in the workplace, but what we’ve learned about connection applies beyond the realm of our work lives. The principles are relevant for individuals, community groups, sports teams, nations and even families. As humans, we are hardwired to connect.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Through our continuous improvement mindset, we emphasize the importance of ongoing evaluation and learning, ensuring that our process evolves and adapts to the changing needs and demands of the C-Suite executives we serve. Defining the objectives and goals of our C-Suite evaluation process is a crucial step in ensuring its effectiveness.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 14, 2024

It’s a role that demands not only technical expertise but also effective leadership skills. Trust your team’s abilities, assign responsibilities, and provide them with the autonomy to make decisions within their roles. Mentorship and Development As a leader, you have the opportunity to mentor and develop your team members.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 10, 2024

Leaders bear numerous responsibilities in the pursuit of organizational success. However, there exists another equally vital and often underestimated ritual that leaders must prioritize: the practice of continuous self-development, both for themselves and their team members.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

Moore writes: What university students are taught during pivotal years of their schooling very much influences their behaviour at work and their view of how they want to be led. The world has changed, and what many of us have been taught is no longer relevant in today’s world. Perhaps it would be better to say, worked with.

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