Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Whether it’s the proximity to other thriving businesses, access to a vast talent pool, or the allure of a market with immense potential, Chicago presents an attractive destination for companies seeking growth. What is the market potential? Use this as an opportunity to reassure them of continued service quality.

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Eric Jacobson

JUNE 21, 2023

With two decades of marketing experience and an MBA Degree, Debbie developed her marketing expertise while working in the high-tech industry, the Consumer Marketing Department at Disneyland Paris in France, the nonprofit arena, and the insurance industry. Be sure to visit both her website and her blog.

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Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Succeeding as a driving instructor in the UK’s competitive market relies heavily on building a loyal student base through referrals and reputation. Modern, green vehicles signal you to operate an up-to-date, sustainable business using the latest models packed with helpful instructional tech and safety features.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

In a hiring market like the one we’re currently experiencing, finding a true game-changing leader is extremely challenging. On one end of the spectrum are the incredibly large firms, which come with big brand name recognition, high overhead, and revenues reaching into the billions annually, according to Ms. Plethora of Choices.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Finding the right leaders in an industry that demands excellence, strategic vision, and a deep understanding of financial markets can drive success and stay ahead of the competition. In a constantly evolving industry, these leaders can quickly adjust their strategies and approaches to meet changing market conditions.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Leading executive search firms operate in very specific ways to find top leaders who can take a company to its desired future state. While executive search firms have been around for decades, there’s been a recent, revolutionary shift in the ways executive search firms operate. How do executive search firms work?

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Strategy Driven

MAY 20, 2021

Do you have a new business and are working on brand recognition? Regardless of its size, your business needs market research and analysis. These two are the core of any marketing or business plan you’ll ever create – or pursue. What Is Market Analysis? There’s a lot you can learn if you perform a market analysis.

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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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Strategy Driven

JUNE 30, 2021

As the world continues to battle COVID-19 and continue with vaccination efforts, many business owners are left wondering how to promote their brands in a post-pandemic world. There’s no denying that inbound marketing is the way forward for many organizations. Not Having a Strategy. Not Having a Long-Term Plan.

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In the CEO Afterlife

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

There’s a host of reasons why great brands decay. High on the list is weak marketing, weak management, and weak strategic discipline. Leaders Failed to Nurture Their Brands. Rather than add to a brand’s strategic advantage, they subtracted from its equity with tactical initiatives and superfluous line extensions.

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Aside from the many challenges facing global food manufacturers, the market has grown very competitive and flooded with many products leaving fewer opportunities for growth and success. Human mistake is frequently the weakest link in food manufacturing operations. Tighten your quality control systems. Provide proper training.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Nonprofit organizations often operate in dynamic environments where they must continuously respond to evolving needs and trends. By partnering with a search firm, nonprofits can rely on their expertise to assess their unique needs and identify the key qualities required in a leader.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

” You might also realize you just committed to skipping your standard quality checks. For example, “Yes, it sounds like this project would benefit our marketing strategy. I can certainly prioritize this new marketing project if we can shift the product deadline. ” How to Say No at Work. This is a bit more tricky.

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 16, 2023

Improving automotive business operations is key to staying competitive in this ever-changing market. From digital marketing tactics to online auto sales platforms, there are many ways that car dealerships can use the internet to their advantage. Tip #5: Create a culture of quality.

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Talent Anarchy 1

AUGUST 25, 2023

In today’s ever-evolving job market, individuals are constantly on the lookout for career paths that promise stability, growth, and fulfillment. Sales and Marketing One of the most prominent career paths within consumer non-durables is sales and marketing. They work on strategies to enhance brand recognition and loyalty.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 13, 2023

In today’s digital age, the success of a business is often proportional to the quality of its workforce. Build a Strong Employer Brand In today’s competitive job market, companies need to have a strong employer brand to attract top talent. The tech industry is no exception to this.

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 5, 2024

The digital age has revolutionized the way restaurants operate, especially in the realm of online ordering. High-quality images and detailed descriptions can make a significant difference. These shared experiences create a sense of trust and community around your brand, essential in the competitive dining industry.

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 15, 2023

Knowing your customers will help you determine what to name your brand, the locations ideal for business, and the kind of products to sell. Display Your Goods Remember the ABCs of merchandising, i.e., attractive, branded, and captivating. These qualities will make you an effective retail manager.

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 27, 2023

This means that no matter where a customer interacts with your business, they have the same high-quality experience from start to finish. What About the Marketing Operations Considerations? This builds trust, reassuring them that your brand is reliable and authentic.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Identifying the Key Qualities and Skills Desired in an Executive Director In the search for an Executive Director, it is crucial to identify the essential qualities and skills that the ideal candidate should possess. This process involves thoroughly understanding the organization’s objectives, culture, and strategic goals.

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Growing Brand Awareness. Brand awareness is crucial for developing a strong industry reputation, establishing trust, and generating substantial revenue. Yet, building awareness is a major challenge for small companies, as they may need to compete with established rivals with huge marketing power. Hiring Talented Employees.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2011

Poor Branding : A poor brand generally means leadership has failed. Brands fall into decline for only one reason – leaders have abdicated their responsibility and in turn have eroded brand equity, and failed to deliver on the brand promise. No Market : Good leadership pursues sound market opportunities.

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Outsourcing helps ensure that the quality of products or services will remain high while not breaking your budget. In addition, by paying someone else to handle this aspect of your business, you can focus on other vital areas, such as marketing and sales. Quality Control. Another concern is the cost of outsourcing production.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 11, 2021

Offer Quality Products. It all starts by offering high-quality products that meet customers’ expectations. When designing or looking for products to resell, also think about the target market’s needs. Test the product to make sure it meets high-quality standards. Here are ways to retain customers.

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Strategy Driven

MAY 1, 2023

After all, your daily operations don’t revolve around writing, so you don’t need to concern yourself with this task. Brand Awareness You might not know how to start writing , but it can be worth learning when you become aware of content writing’s importance for building brand awareness.

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 9, 2016

Whether the leader is brand new to leadership, or new to their team, or is a seasoned leader in a new company, the ability to quickly establish change can make or break the leader as well as their teams, and possibly the organization. Next 30 Days (30-60) – Build The Brand.

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Strategy Driven

JUNE 29, 2021

This is not necessarily because there is no market for the product, you simply must understand your own product to have any hope of selling it effectively. If you see a hole in the market that you are able to fill, then you are likely to find a dedicated and grateful audience who will remain loyal to your product. Your Marketing.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 2, 2020

The world of business is becoming ever more competitive, resulting in business owners scrambling to find ways in which to stand out, streamline operations, and hold onto the best talent. Financial management is arguably the most vital operational aspect of any establishment. Marketing. Email marketing software.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 11, 2016

You may have your own business, but do you have a brand? Branding is an important step forward for businesses. A strong brand name can make you stand out. Building a brand is important to develop a reputation. For example, think of some of the brands you know. Register Your Brand. Use Clever Marketing.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Even the tiniest alteration could have a considerable impact in the long run, so it is certainly worthwhile making a few changes – provided that it does not impact the quality of the product or service that you offer to your target customer. Most businesses rely very heavily on equipment and technology for their operation.

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Strategy Driven

MAY 31, 2021

A franchisor brand and franchisee’s business must be substantially associated and share a common brand. The franchisor maintains control over how franchisees use its brand in business operations or provides meaningful help in this area. This remains a key component of a franchise agreement.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 27, 2020

If the numbers show that your product category isn’t doing as well as it once did in Market Z, is there an emerging opportunity because the market still has potential and competition will be reduced because of this data?”. If niche is a fact, voce is a feeling, and both are critical to building a personal brand.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 4, 2020

As a business, you must have a strong brand identity so consumers know about your product and whether your business’s ethos appeals to them. A fantastic way to do this is by hiring a design agency that can help your branding. A creative design agency offers a mixture of design, technology, and advertising to help clients with branding.

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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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Strategy Driven

JUNE 9, 2021

Starting up a company in 2021 will be a challenging journey as there’s never been more competition in most markets than now. In order to stand out, you need to create a solid business model that does have the potential of delivering quality service to customers. 4 Marketing. 2 Online Presence. 3 Search Engine Optimization.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Especially as some two-thirds of consumers around the world say they would switch, avoid, or boycott brands for their stances on controversial issues. Ben & Jerry’s and Patagonia are two such companies that have shifted to becoming B-corps in a bid to be more transparent and socially responsible in how they operate.

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Lead Change Blog

MARCH 20, 2020

Public companies are measured by their 90 day success on the stock market. When leaders are always seeking to win the game, rather than acknowledge and appreciate that their decisions today have a ripple effect throughout society, the quality of their decision making can be significantly impaired.

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