N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

Talent Trends: Emerging Leadership Skills for the Future The continual development of digital technology and automation in today’s corporate world demands a new paradigm in leadership. These traditional soft-skill qualities must now be enhanced with new hard skill sets to future-proof one’s leadership style.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

Finding innovators in the life sciences industry The importance of innovative leadership cannot be overstated. They are relentless in pursuing cutting-edge research and innovative applications and have a keen understanding of emerging issues, trends, and technologies on the horizon.

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Chart Your Course

OCTOBER 27, 2014

Moreover, the 2012 Accenture Global Consumer Pulse Research Study found that 63 percent of consumers said the quality of customer service received is the most important factor when choosing a brand. Speed Versus Quality. BoldChat, Olark , and LiveZilla are just a few options to consider to bring live chat to your website.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

This includes not only the technical skills and qualifications needed but also the cultural fit and leadership qualities that are desired in a candidate. These technological advancements have revolutionized executive searches, enabling recruiters to identify and connect with top legal talent more efficiently and effectively.

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The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

While the concept of thought leadership is well established among individuals, it is less so among organizations, which is a gap a recent study from INSEAD attempts to plug. The researchers first gathered data on follower counts and company revenue to evaluate the link between opinion leadership and business success.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 20, 2010

Avoid controversy, maintain a high likeability factor, consistently and proactively engage your customers, be a business of character that engenders trust and confidence with your target market(s), produce a quality product or service at a competitive price point, and provide great customer service. Be very, very smart.

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 14, 2020

Significant job losses announced yesterday in two major High Street brands are an indicator of what leadership challenges lie ahead, in organisations, local or global. Measuring leadership effectiveness. That often requires some form of organisational change and consequential leadership responses. How do you do that?

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Senior leadership hires can make or break an organization. Internal recruiters do not have the tools or abilities to fill these critical leadership roles, their ‘open requisition’ stack is too full, and all roles get equal attention, whereas the most critical ones need a dedicated team. Plethora of Choices. Earlier, Ms.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 17, 2019

O NE OF THE MOST significant ways a leader can impact their business is through the quality of their hiring, yet this is rarely listed as a critical leadership competency and often overlooked. You should have quality job descriptions for all your roles which clearly describe the expected outcomes and performance.

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Women on Business

DECEMBER 8, 2010

Just to refresh, if you have seen the delightful holiday movie Elf , you are familiar with the endearing qualities of child-like hope and wonder “Buddy the Elf” exudes. Just to refresh, if you have seen the delightful holiday movie Elf , you are familiar with the endearing qualities of child-like hope and wonder “Buddy the Elf” exudes.

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Women on Business

DECEMBER 2, 2010

How endearing is your brand to your customers? What do you your customers believe and understand about your brand? What do you your customers believe and understand about your brand? Let’s use “Buddy the Elf” as an example for the four steps to brand building. What does your brand stand for? Does it fill a need?

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Kevin Eikenberry ( @kevineikenberry ) opened-up voting for The Best Leadership Blogs of 2010 yesterday , and the N2growth blog was one of 11 blogs nominated for the award. I know all but one of the other nominees and would highly recommend any of them as a high quality source of leadership information.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2019

When he took over as CEO in 2005, he laid out three strategic priorities saying it should be about the future, not the past : Recommit to the concept that quality matters, embrace technology instead of fighting it, and think bigger—think global—and turn Disney into a stronger brand in international markets. Do not fake anything.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Ensure that you have a clear understanding of the job requirements and the skills and qualities that you are looking for in a candidate. Additionally, test your technology to ensure that everything is in order before the interview. Use technology effectively Technology is the backbone of remote interviews.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Today’s guest post by Kevin Eikenberry ( @kevineikenberry ) really resonates with me because it’s chalk full of leadership perspective. Kevin also hosts the Best of Leadership Blogs 2010 contest of which this blog is a nominee (if you haven’t voted yet, today is the last day for voting). Most would call it work.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2010

Here’s the thing – the foundational elements of leadership require no skill or talent whatsoever. In today’s post I’ll share 6 leadership characteristics that require zero talent or skill.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2010

Wishing you memorable quality time with your loved ones. Context, fluidity, and other nuanced behaviors are positive traits to embrace so long as they don’t serve as an excuse for a lack of discipline. link] ATIG Have a wonderful Christmas. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2010

David asked Becky, “How come no one ever talks about love as a leadership competency?&# While l ove and leadership are certainly two words you don’t often hear in the same sentence, I can assure you that rarely does great leadership exist without love being present and practiced. I think it’s a great question.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

In today’s post I’ll examine the value of loyalty as it relates to leadership. If relationships are the currency of leadership, it is important for leaders to note that loyalty serves as the cornerstone of any healthy relationship. Leadership and loyalty go hand-in-hand.

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Skip Prichard

JUNE 1, 2020

Decipher the Leadership Code. Many people are overwhelmed when they are studying leadership. Alain Hunkins has released Cracking the Leadership Code that helps you demystify leadership. Alain Hunkins has released Cracking the Leadership Code that helps you demystify leadership. Daniel Kahneman. Connection.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 6, 2023

With that being said, here is how to improve your managerial and leadership skills. Competent managers are able to keep the metaphorical ship afloat, but if you aim to become a successful, well-liked, and impactful leader, there is more to be done.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

While hubris can be a needed trait to call upon at times, to rely solely upon it as the foundation of your leadership style just doesn’t work. It was C.S.

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Great Leadership By Dan

AUGUST 9, 2018

But then you turn around and the same leadership team that posted the values is behaving in a completely contradictory manner – and you wonder why we don’t trust leadership. How many times have you heard that a company’s value is safety or quality, but an employee gets in trouble for calling out an issue?

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

FACT : Leaders who lack emotional control won’t remain in a position of leadership for long. FACT : Leaders who lack emotional control won’t remain in a position of leadership for long. And, emotional intelligence has been linked to successful leadership (just did a paper on this for a university class).

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HR Digest

APRIL 9, 2024

In an exclusive interview with HR Digest, Trent Henry, EY’s Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), shares key strategies driving EY’s commitment to diversity, innovation, employee well-being, and leadership development. Through Henry’s insights, HR professionals gain valuable perspectives on navigating HR leadership in a dynamic environment.

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Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 30, 2017

They worry about how their pricing strategy is laid out (“they kill us on price”), or their food quality (“we can’t make everything from scratch like they do”) or their location (“they’ve got tons of traffic and ample parking”). Product quality. Shipping time-frames. Customer service calls.

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In the CEO Afterlife

MARCH 21, 2016

For sure, in the tech world, it’s hard to imagine success without quick and continuous technology improvement. The means to this end isn’t limited to technology breakthroughs. Equally nimble are some of the world’s most successful private label brand manufacturers. Store brands, particularly in the US are doing better than ever.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 12, 2021

As opposed to: Until recently, the greatest competitive advantage went to companies that controlled distribution channels, had hard assets on the largest scale, or had established brands or patents. Leaders must understand what technology can do for them and have good judgment about how to use it. It should be widely read.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 26, 2010

As a veteran and lifelong student of leadership I have always found Memorial Day weekend to be one of the most meaningful and significant of all holidays. While this coming weekend simply signifies a long awaited prelude to summer for some, it is much more than that for me.

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The Practical Leader

JUNE 14, 2023

Leaders wanting to focus their organization on boosting service/quality performance stand at a critical crossroad, choosing which road will take them to that higher ground. The Wrong Road Won’t Lead to the Right Destination Service/quality improvement programs, if they’re well implemented, will give some payoffs.

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HR Digest

MARCH 10, 2021

With changes in the HR space, technology has empowered a new breed of recruiters. . Employer Branding. A key element that shapes an employer brand is its Employee Value Proposition or EVP. An EVP integrates employee engagement programs with the company’s branding to attract and retain skilled candidates.

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HR Digest

JUNE 30, 2023

Additionally, leveraging technology can enable collaboration and virtual meetings, reducing the need for physical meeting rooms. While cutting marketing expenses is important, it is equally crucial to maintain a strong brand presence and engage with your target audience.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

However, online marketing is now the best method to promote and sell your products and services because of modern technology. Many reputable online marketing companies provide high-quality results and outstanding services. It provides access to the latest technology. It is cost-effective. It gives an objective point of view.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 25, 2016

O NCE AGAIN we see that despite our rhetoric, what we are is reflected in our leaders and leadership. As technology becomes more disruptive and we see more importance placed on big data and artificial intelligence, what will matter most are those things that make us human – the soft skills. The ability to quickly master hard things. (If

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 11, 2013

Weed out early on; technology helps. A recent study conducted by research firm Aberdeen Group shows that companies that implement automated solutions for background screening, employment or education verification, and reference checking, experienced 60 percent better quality hires compared to those without screening solutions in place.

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Strategy Driven

JUNE 17, 2020

Thanks to the development of new and innovative technologies, it is easier than ever before to create, manage, and advertise any business; however, new challenges are introduced daily. Building thought leadership and authority within the business realm is the best way to reach the top in any field. Build the Brand.

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ExactHire - Leadership

JUNE 3, 2022

One trope about today’s fresh graduates is mostly true: they pickup new technology quicker than older generations, an unsurprising fact since Millennials were the first generation to grow up with the internet–and Zoomers may not remember a time without smart phones. Quality of Executive Leadership.

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