Next Level Blog

JANUARY 3, 2024

As the new year begins, most of us have goals or resolutions for 2024, but how many of us are working on a 10-year plan? For more than two decades, my wife Diane and I have been very intentional and consistent about visualizing our goals for the coming year and outlining the routines and actions that we think will best help us achieve them.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Our deep understanding of the nonprofit industry is rooted in our commitment to staying informed and ahead of trends, next practices, and emerging issues facing the sector. Transparent Communication: Open and Honest Dialogue Throughout the Process Effective communication is the cornerstone of any successful executive search process.

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Next Level Blog

MARCH 22, 2023

Whether they’re part of an annual cycle, or much more useful, a timely pull-up on recent performance, performance management conversations are a fact of corporate life. For lower performers, the line of sight to the next set of goals is likely shorter and more focused, and the support from you is likely more directed. Appreciated?

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 22, 2024

Such leaders must possess various competencies, including sound strategy formulation, emotional intelligence, strong decision-making abilities, and effective team management. The goal is to ensure leadership effectiveness within the organization while outlining pathways for future strategic objectives.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

This executive role focuses on developing and implementing human resources strategies to manage the workforce and create a positive organizational culture. In today’s dynamic business environment, the CPO plays a pivotal role in talent management, recruitment, and retention.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Boards that are steadfast in their pursuing of governance excellence are adept at traversing challenges, making enlightened decisions, and propelling the organization toward its envisioned goals. Moreover, identifying board members who epitomize strong ethical values and a commitment to transparency is paramount.

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Rich Gee Group

MARCH 30, 2024

Embrace a Strategic Mindset Transitioning from senior management to the C-suite requires a shift from operational to strategic thinking. Executives are expected to foresee industry trends, set long-term goals, and ensure the company's growth aligns with its vision. Here's how to bridge that gap: 1.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 11, 2023

Can you relate to the phrase, overwhelmed working manager? Recently we received a question from a manager and this manager writes, “I am a working manager. Not that all managers aren’t working, but I have an enormous pile of my work besides having to lead my team.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

These firms have access to a broad network of highly qualified candidates and utilize thorough screening processes to ensure that the most suitable individuals are presented to their clients. One of the key benefits of partnering with a nonprofit executive search firm is its ability to streamline the hiring process.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

By actively engaging in this process, executives can overcome blind spots, gain fresh insights, and develop new strategies for success. The Process of Matching Executives with the Right Coaches In executive coaching, one of the crucial steps in ensuring a successful coaching program is matching executives with the right coaches.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Moreover, it allows boards to align their skills, experiences, and perspectives with the strategic goals and objectives of the organization, ensuring that the board composition is well-suited to address the evolving challenges and opportunities in the business environment.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Understanding the Importance of a University President Search A university president or chancellor search is a critical process that carries some of the farthest-reaching implications for the future of an educational institution.

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Skip Prichard

MAY 9, 2022

After beating cancer, he founded Caruso Leadership , a firm dedicated to helping others achieve their goals. Commit to Find and Grow Leaders. A common complaint from senior-level management in many companies is the lack of leadership skills demonstrated by their employees, which they note as: independent thinking.

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HR Digest

AUGUST 26, 2023

In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, effective people management skills are crucial for leaders and managers. People management encompasses a range of responsibilities, from recruiting and onboarding to training and development, performance management, employee engagement, and more.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Navigating complex financial markets, making informed decisions, and driving profitability requires strong leadership that inspires and motivates teams to achieve their goals. This includes a solid grasp of advanced accounting principles, risk management, cryptocurrency, and economic analysis.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

For this reason, change management strategies must be implemented so everyone can easily adapt. This article explores the best practices and HR tips and tricks for managing organizational change. What is organizational change management? What is organizational change management?

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Robust supply chain leadership ensures effective oversight and management of the end-to-end supply chain processes, from procurement to delivery. Effective leaders in this space have the ability to optimize supply chain operations, streamline processes, and identify cost-saving opportunities.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

This involves comprehensively evaluating the institution’s goals, values, and strategic direction. Overall, identifying the need for a new university president should be approached with a sense of purpose and a commitment to finding the best person to lead the institution into the future.

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Great Results Team Building

APRIL 10, 2024

Of course, building a healthy and high-performing workplace culture integration is an ongoing process, not a one-time event. Utilize management interviews, employee surveys, and even customer feedback , but don’t stop there. The CEO sets the tone , championing the mission with unwavering commitment.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Educational leaders are not only responsible for the overall management of an institution but also for creating a vision, setting goals, and driving positive change. Moreover, effective leadership in educational institutions inspires and motivates stakeholders toward the shared goal of providing high-quality education.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Today, Chief People Officers and CHROs are not only responsible for the high-value functions of talent acquisition and employee engagement, but they play a crucial role in shaping organizational culture, driving diversity and inclusion, and ethically leveraging technology for effective HR management.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

If you’re a manager, you likely hear a lot about not only leading and organizing but also being a coach for your team. Today on Asking for a Friend I talk with Sara Canaday about tips from her new book “Coaching Essentials for Managers.” As a manager, you supervise and organize the workload for those you are managing.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 18, 2024

It facilitates the process of finding and aligning international talent to the strategic needs of organizations worldwide. Having the right leaders in place can redefine and firmly establish a company’s trajectory, offering crucial strategic direction, managing significant undertakings, and guiding the workforce effectively.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2024

Operating as a vital conduit between the various departments within an organization and its highest levels of management, their responsibilities include translating strategic goals into workable business plans and supervising the day-to-day operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.

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Skip Prichard

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Strive to Be an Excellent Leader and Manager. The research literature on leadership finds that the most effective leaders are excellent managers and excellent leaders. Leadership guru Peter Drucker said leadership is about determining the right results and management is about achieving results. Test the Quality of the Goal.

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HR Digest

AUGUST 11, 2023

It goes beyond mere compliance with laws and regulations, encompassing the ethical treatment of employees, fair decision-making processes, and the establishment of a positive work environment. The importance of ethics in human resource management cannot be overstated. Here are some key areas where HR ethics come into play: 1.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 20, 2023

Any goal worth achieving, whether it’s a personal goal, a professional aspiration, or building a great workplace culture, requires a delicate balance of tenacity and extraordinary patience.” It is an ongoing commitment. Temptation of instant gratification. Distortion and distraction. Lack of cascading change.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

Employee onboarding is a critical process that sets the stage for a new hire’s success within an organization. According to a study by Brandon Hall Group , an organization with a strong onboarding process can improve employee retention by 82 percent and productivity by 70 percent. But is it really?

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Every organization has unique dynamics and strategic goals, from investment banks to hedge funds and private equity firms. Their commitment to ethical practices is paramount, as they inspire trust and reinforce their credibility in the eyes of their stakeholders.

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 15, 2024

In the bustling business landscape of London, talent management has become a crucial element for organizational success. The digital age has transformed the way businesses operate, necessitating a shift in talent management strategies to keep pace with technological advancements and the evolving workforce.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 31, 2022

These eight strategies will help you maintain your team’s energy and morale when goals change frequently. Align New Goals with Critical Behaviors. and outlined the new goals. Also, I committed myself to helping leaders avoid these soul-crushing mistakes. Healthy organizations always adapt, innovate, and shift their goals.

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Next Level Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2019

This is a process that almost no one enjoys – neither the reviewer or the reviewee. There are a lot of reasons why annual performance review processes usually suck. Third, in many organizations, the annual review process is directly tied to the compensation process. Here are three. First, they’re annual.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In turn, this enhanced self-awareness helps leaders make better decisions, manage their emotions, and build stronger relationships with their teams and stakeholders. Leaders who communicate their thoughts and ideas clearly and concisely can inspire and motivate their teams to achieve organizational goals.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 30, 2023

Quiet firing” came about in response to it, describing the passive-aggressive behavior of managers who withhold opportunities from quiet-quitters instead of firing them altogether. There’s no way to reach a goal when everyone is rowing out of sync. Company leaders and managers must be able to communicate the same vision.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

This self-awareness is crucial for effective leadership, as it enables executives to adapt their approach, motivate their teams, and make decisions that align with their values and goals. Once the goals and objectives are established, the next step is to select the most suitable board advisor coaches.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

a middle manager, frustrated in his current role, overlooks his long career of exciting challenges and developmental experiences. 1) Focus on the Person, Process, and Outcomes. Acknowledge the person, the process, and the outcome. Process: “I am so grateful for how you’re approaching this problem. Outcome: “You did it!

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

Repeatable processes and procedures add great value in stable and predictable times. Principles, not process and procedures, provide the overarching guidance in any situation for making the right decisions and taking the best action. Five Paradigm-Shifting Principles. Those are not the times we live in today or likely in the future.

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