N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

These Human Resource leaders represent the top 25 human resources leaders shaping careers, culture, and talent at the world’s most innovative people driven companies. Find HR’s hand (in a good way) in everything as an enabler and contributor to operations flowing all the way through to customer/client satisfaction.

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Eric Jacobson

JULY 30, 2023

“My interviews with well over 200 executives across 18 firms revealed the secrets of these companies—not the usual facile frameworks, but new ways of thinking about business that allow leaders and companies to operate with heightened passion, urgency, and clarity,” shares Gulati. “I I call this, deep purpose.”

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Joel Garfinkle of the Career Advancement Blog shared Tips to Radiate Executive Presence on Video Conference Calls. I believe the companies who have the best chance to survive this cataclysmic event, and any future global pandemics, are the ones that already have a set long-term vision for their organization.

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Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 7, 2022

“My interviews with well over 200 executives across 18 firms revealed the secrets of these companies—not the usual facile frameworks, but new ways of thinking about business that allow leaders and companies to operate with heightened passion, urgency, and clarity,” shares Gulati. “I I call this, deep purpose.”

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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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Lead Change Blog

MAY 7, 2019

Erik summarizes: “ Research shows that high-performance organizations view ERG participation to be more effective than formal development programs in terms of developing a variety of leadership skills. Here are ways you can ensure your company can get and keep good employees to meet your short and long-term goals.

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Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 6, 2022

“My interviews with well over 200 executives across 18 firms revealed the secrets of these companies—not the usual facile frameworks, but new ways of thinking about business that allow leaders and companies to operate with heightened passion, urgency, and clarity,” shares Gulati. “I I call this, deep purpose.”

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How To Customer Loyalty Operations Objective 65

Strategy Driven

JULY 28, 2020

Do you want to look back on your career in 20-30 years time and feel like you did everything you could to be an amazing boss? Look after your health and wellbeing — you’ll find it easier to cope with those long days in the office if you do. Plan for the long-term. Pick up a number of crucial habits. Never stop networking.

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Strategy Driven

MAY 18, 2021

Contrary to a common misconception, customer service is not merely hearing complaints and speaking politely to customers; it is a critical component of any successful business operations. If you are interested in entering this industry for career advancement opportunities and financial gain, know that this sector is not for everyone.

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Eric Jacobson

JULY 5, 2022

“My interviews with well over 200 executives across 18 firms revealed the secrets of these companies—not the usual facile frameworks, but new ways of thinking about business that allow leaders and companies to operate with heightened passion, urgency, and clarity,” shares Gulati. “I I call this, deep purpose.”

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How To Customer Loyalty Operations Objective 65

Eric Jacobson

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

“My interviews with well over 200 executives across 18 firms revealed the secrets of these companies—not the usual facile frameworks, but new ways of thinking about business that allow leaders and companies to operate with heightened passion, urgency, and clarity,” shares Gulati. “I I call this, deep purpose.”

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How To Customer Loyalty Operations Objective 65

Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

I’m not sure what to do since I am new on the team and don’t want to get a reputation early on for being difficult or refusing to do work. What’s more appropriately called executive managerial leadership (as opposed to the overused, feel good term “leadership”), those at the helm of companies or government agencies have huge responsibilities.”

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 20, 2011

Nothing can claim more tainted professional reputations, destroyed friendships, and polluted corporate cultures than gossip. If you want to be a long-term survivor in business I would suggest that you not participate in gossip and get rid of those that do.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Many entrepreneurs become entrepreneurs because they feel they have an idea worth dropping out of the default career path for. For this reason, deep research helps you understand the parameters you may be operating in. He argued that this would help prevent long term back issues. Timekeeping & Discipline.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 26, 2010

While confidence can be mistaken for arrogance, and vice-versa, they are clearly not interchangeable terms. I think not. When you think of yourself as a leader do you view yourself as having the quiet confidence of David or the boastful arrogance of Goliath?

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2010

Ask yourself this question…Who is more loyal; an employee who has been with the company a long time but is an under-performer, or a less tenured employee who always goes the extra mile and consistently exceeds expectations? You see tenure is not synonymous with loyalty, but rather is more often a measure of compliance and survival.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 16, 2010

Posted on October 13th, 2010 by admin in Operations & Strategy By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth How dumb is your business? Talent is clearly a plus as long as it is a value add and not a business requirement. If your company can’t be operated by mere mortals, you need to reexamine your business logic.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

In today’ post I’ll share my thoughts on the value of learning to become a humble leader… It’s been said that life is a long lesson in humility. As a leader, the sooner you come to grips with your humility the better leader you’ll become.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 2, 2010

Regardless of whether or not they have served in the military, today’s business leaders would be well served to possess the characteristics of a warrior in their pursuit to achieve sustainable growth and long-term success.

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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. In fact, more likely is the case that the opportunity will completely evaporate if you wait too long to seize it.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

Sidebar : This post was inspired by a conversation I had last month Mark Oakes ( @MarkOOakes ) about the historical origin of the term&# Plan B.&# Great planning (so long as it's not overdone) actually catalyzes velocity. As told by Mark, the story goes like this: Baron Von Bismark was tasked with unifying the axis powers in WW1.

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Lead from Within

JUNE 10, 2018

Build up a reputation of being direct and forthright, so people don’t have to guess at what you’re trying to say. Always operate with self-awareness and integrity. Guard your reputation. It takes many trusted actions and good deeds to build a good reputation and only one bad choice or action to lose trust.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

I’m not sure what to do since I am new on the team and don’t want to get a reputation early on for being difficult or refusing to do work. What’s more appropriately called executive managerial leadership (as opposed to the overused, feel good term “leadership”), those at the helm of companies or government agencies have huge responsibilities.”

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Skip Prichard

APRIL 15, 2020

And you certainly had some ‘awakening moments’ in your career especially moving from academia to Gallup that helped you see your own. How you think when you lose determines how long it will be until you win.” My rationale was that as long as I didn’t take risks (e.g., 4 Leadership Mindsets. Gilbert Keith Chesterton.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2010

Long story short; if a leader receives a vote of non-confidence from their subordinates…game over. Only those leaders who can quickly recognize and adapt their methods to the situation at hand will be successful over the long haul. Any leader is only as good as his or her team’s desire to be led by them.

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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? The sad fact is that many business people are absolutists in that they only see things in terms of rights and wrongs. The strongest teams don’t weed out or neutralize individual tendencies, they capitalize on them.

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HR Digest

MARCH 23, 2023

This could include severance packages, job search assistance, or career counseling services. Offer any support or resources that the company can provide to help the employee during the transition, such as severance packages or career counseling services. The tone of the layoff letter should be respectful and professional.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2010

If a leader’s primary obligation is for the care and well being of those under their charge, then I would suggest that you cannot be an effective leader over the long-term without love, compassion and empathy. It’s as if such an act would tarnish their reputation forever by making them appear weak. Mike Henry Sr.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2010

I really don’t have a problem with increasing efficiency so long as the tail doesn’t start wagging the dog. Clearly this endeavor will take time, and may not yield immediate results, but the payoff organizationally, relationally, culturally, and in terms of future contribution can be huge. Bottom line…check your motivations.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 14, 2010

Many times it is simply because companies have been doing the same things, in the same ways, and for the same reasons for so long, that they struggle with the concept of change. So why do so many established and often well managed companies struggle with disruptive innovation?

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

Our unit was experiencing its first inspection by a Sargeant Major whose reputation definitely preceded him…It took him all of about 3 seconds ask “who the * is in charge around here?&# No one remains a leader long without being competent. People will not long support someone who's going nowhere.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2010

The reason this is such a great question is that I’ve witnessed far too many executives confuse vision and mission in terms of both definition and application. Just like an algebraic formula, business also functions according to rules governing order of operations.

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Miles Anthony Smith

MAY 2, 2018

Matt Sweetwood, branding expert, defines personal branding as: " Personal branding is the practice of people marketing themselves and their careers as brands -- the ongoing process of establishing a prescribed image or impression in the mind of others about an individual." Your personal brand is the mark you leave on the world.

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Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 15, 2014

Fortunately, The Facts of Business Life provides readers with the means of achieving the kind of long-term understanding that is the key to true and lasting success. Hear this: “The sad truth is that less than 30 percent of businesses last more than 10 years, and most failures occur in the first few years of operations,” said McBean.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

JUNE 13, 2010

Mary Jo Asmus A former executive in a Fortune 100 company, I own and operate a leadership solutions firm called Aspire Collaborative Services. It looks pretty much the same as you left it. Three Ways To Restore Optimism at Work | Reflections for Personal and Business Development : June 16, 2010 at 3:21 am [.] All Rights Reserved.

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 19, 2023

Within a healthcare organization, there is a head of every department who ensures operations run smoothly. Career pathways for healthcare leaders There is no denying that healthcare organizations demand well-rounded leaders capable of managing a diverse workforce.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 5, 2016

Organizational purpose, vision, quality of life, ethics, long-term growth. Operations are sound, professional and productive. You offer a promising career and future for people with ideas and talent. You maintain a well-earned reputation and are awake to company obligations. Culture and Mission. Philosophy.

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