The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Now, as a recent report from the European Innovation Council suggests, the concern has moved from creating to keeping unicorns. There is considerably less coverage given to operational matters, such as growing revenues, an expanding workforce, or indeed any of the numerous matters by which we tend to assess most other businesses.

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LDRLB

OCTOBER 4, 2011

I’ve just finished reading another good article about an innovator’s need to open the mind. Articles like these always make me wonder: Doesn’t the other 95% of the business need to innovate, too? Their reactivity drags down whatever innovations do arise, and it’s really too bad.

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Strategy Driven

JUNE 30, 2021

Operating a business in this regard isn’t easy at all, and this, in many cases, leads to companies becoming stagnant as you get comfortable where you’re at now. With the current economic state and people innovating like they are, it won’t be long before the competition gets even more as the leads get less.

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 6, 2021

This article offers two high-impact strategies to ensure that despite virtual or hybrid configurations, important connections don’t coast to a stop. Sean Glaze of Great Results Team Building shared How Great Leaders Get Team Members and Employees to Contribute Ideas for Improvement and Innovation. Even more so from afar.

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Strategy Driven

JUNE 25, 2017

That said, there are always certain things that successful businesses have in common, and one such example is having efficient operational systems in place. Inevitably, pieces of paper will get lost, and those finance notes you made at 3 am suddenly don’t look quite as coherent in the cold light of day. All rights reserved.

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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 21, 2021

Such calls for more financial support for startups are not new, with former EU research commission Carlos Moedas arguing for an EU-run venture fund back in 2015, which eventually became the European Innovation Council (EIC) this year. The €10 billion fund aims to back startups with a mixture of grants and equity investments.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

This article explores everything business owners need to know about shareholder management. Now, these shareholders play a crucial role in the business’s financing, operations, governance, and control aspects. This article explains what it means to efficiently manage your shareholders and tips on how to do it!

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 10, 2020

Those who adapt and innovate will be left at the end, with great opportunities to dominate markets. This article will explore some practical tips to support client’s during lockdown. It is worth checking with your finance department how high a percentage discount you can offer. Regular Contact. Offer Solutions.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 23, 2010

This is the definition of presence, and it is only when we operate in the present that real creativity, growth and innovation occur. Operating in excess of that threshold will cause increased stress, lack of attention to detail and errant decisioning. Thank you for this wonderful article. Have a "focused" day.:)

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The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 31, 2023

In a previous article , I explored how technology is generally not feeding through into productivity statistics. As a 2017 World Bank report noted: “the WMS initiated by Bloom and Van Reenen … has permitted a quantum leap in the comparative quantitative analysis of management practices and their implications for productivity and innovation.”

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Read this article to find some basic ideas and guidelines for taking the initiative. Determine the Cost of the Operation. Part 4 Get Finance. Choose The Source of Finance. You have to arrange for finance at this stage. You can also take finance from venture capitalist or angel investor. Part 1 Have an Idea.

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Talent Anarchy 1

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

In this article, we’ll dive deep into the world of Caliber Home Loans and their Wholesale Broker Login system. By the end of this article, you’ll have a clear understanding of why Caliber Wholesale Broker Login is a game-changer in the mortgage industry. That’s where the Caliber Wholesale Broker Login comes into play.

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 2, 2016

Would the researchers agree they can deliver the innovation on time? Would the finance person agree that your investment will generate acceptable returns? We can fall into a pattern of operating within the same set of assumptions over and over because we continually see things with the same perspective.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2010

While these articles tended to stir the pot a bit, they were in my opinion mostly missing the mark. The articles should have been written on the topic of poor leadership. link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] Here are "9 Signs That Your Next Company Cares About Its Employees." I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Posted on July 7th, 2010 by admin in Leadership , Operations & Strategy , Rants By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth I have read some interesting articles and blog posts of late on the subject of CEO term limits, and felt this topic worthy of discussion.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2010

Tenure Inhibits Change and Cripples Innovation : Organizations that favor tenure also tend to be prone to majoring in the minors. All of these traits preclude the advancement of change initiatives and cripple innovation. link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] Thanks for stopping by Drew.

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The Horizons Tracker

JANUARY 27, 2022

Diversity has long been recognized in terms of its importance to things like innovation and creativity, with research from MIT showing how cognitive diversity improves the profitability of organizations. These findings illustrate the importance of creating the right environment and culture for diverse teams to operate in.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 22, 2010

The harsh reality is that great numbers of leaders continue to operate in a vacuum by sequestering themselves away in the corner office and attempting to lead from afar. So the real question is this…how does a CEO get to the point of being so disconnected from operations that he or she just doesn’t have a clue? " Great article.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2010

MIT Technology Review The Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s magazine of innovation promotes “the understanding of emerging technologies and their impact on business and society.&# It is designed to be an organized directory, with articles and references to thousands of other WebSites on the World Wide Web.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 3, 2011

If change and innovation weren’t key contributors to sustainable success, and the enterprise could just run on auto-pilot, you could replace the CEO with a General Manager. Thanks for sharing Dov… [link] ATIG Dear Mike, I really enjoyed your article, Mike. The fact is that business is not a static endeavor. I Think Not.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 26, 2019

Typically, Finance, Marketing, and Operations all have input, direct or indirect, on the creation and revision of the strategic plan. Bart is a sales leader, entrepreneur, executive advisor, and platform developer who specializes in team building, sales execution, sales leadership methodologies, and global operational efficiency.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2010

Rarely will you come across a static opportunity in the sense that it will stand idle and wait for you to act…Significant opportunities are not only scarce, but they typically operate on the principal of diminishing returns. link] ATIG Great article and comments. " Couldn't agree more on all points Mark. I Think Not.

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Chartered Management Institute

AUGUST 1, 2023

Work Based Learning Lead, phs I know more about budgeting, about innovation, about how to manage the finance side of a business, I know more about commerciality and strategy. Having colleagues undertake and complete these apprenticeships has underpinned our business success and growth over the last four years.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? " Thanks for adding to the conversation Jennifer.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

Thanks in advance for sharing… Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] link] Ovidiu What a GREAT article! At the same time I personally feel its a long way to go to see the environment what has been discussed in the article. Mitch A very good article, thanks.

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 14, 2013

A growing number of organizations are moving toward having more pervasive Business Intelligence (BI) by turning to evidence-based decision making supported by a range of BI and analytics technology and processes that enable decision makers to have the best possible intelligence about customers, finances, operations, suppliers, and the market.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 20, 2010

Innovate: Your brand will have at best a limited shelf life if a culture of innovation doesn’t pervade your business. link] Glendaajackson It's really amazingly well written article here. Continuity should flow from values to vision, mission to strategy, and objectives to tactics to process. I liked your post.

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HR Digest

MAY 3, 2019

The approach promotes an inclusive work environment that considers the specific needs and skills of each employee – since employee diversity helps us get a better understanding of our customers, develop innovative solutions, and stay competitive in a global economy. Let’s innovate, disrupt, and challenge the status quo.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2010

If you crush the individual character and spirit of those who form your team, how can your team operate at its best? In fact, most differences don’t require intervention as they actually contribute to a dynamic, creative, innovative culture. The Importance Factor : Not every difference needs to be resolved.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 26, 2010

His article got me thinking about this [.] Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? I think not. link] Roots of healthy confidence « Leadership Freak [.]

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CO2

APRIL 13, 2014

The situations I asked about were operations, finance, staffing, marketing, strategy, town hall meetings, one on ones etc. The focus of this article is on those leaders who use Action Questions to move their teams, departments, organizations forward towards achievement. Action + persective = Innovation with movement.

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 15, 2015

Not only is this operational approach costly, but outsourcing activities face many challenges such as communication barriers, untimeliness, and data errors. The ability to automate processes has transformed business operations; in order to thrive in a competitive market, businesses must conform to the new business model of automating work.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Don’t utilize your competitions practices, but rather innovate around them and improve upon them to create an advantage that can be leveraged in the market. Innovation, improvements, or these 'Next' Practices should be looked at in all facets of your business value proposition, your core. As an example, Look at Apple!

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 4, 2020

Known as a design operation team, DesignOps optimizes design teams by improving workflow and streamlining many processes like recruiting. As a result, they can brainstorm innovative ways to bring your brand to life. Did you find this article helpful? If so, check out our other finance-related posts. ” You ask.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

Walt Disney, one of the greatest creative talents and true innovators of our time realized the value of action when he said: “The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.&# While the aforementioned qualities are certainly admirable, they are only valuable if they influence or create action.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Fear based motivations don’t instill loyalty, create trust, build morale, inspire creativity, attract talent, or drive innovation. Sad but true…real talent won’t be attracted to, or remain engaged with leaders who operate on fear-based tactics. Remember that respect is earned, and fear is imposed. Great post.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] Kavita Great article. Leaders who operate behind a veil of secrecy are only setting themselves up for a rude awakening. myself that. Perhaps results should be filled out someone other than the leader. should anything be transparent?

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