N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Rapid technological advancements, fluctuating economic landscapes, and growing demands for sustainable business practices have thrust this pivotal position into the spotlight with new expectations and tasks. Thus, empathy and inclusive leadership have emerged as indispensable traits in the modern COO’s repertoire.

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Joseph Lalonde

DECEMBER 23, 2022

1) Invest in Employees: Investing in an employee is one of the most effective ways to benefit all company stakeholders. By investing in employees, companies can create a positive working environment where employees feel valued and appreciated. It also helps to retain top talent that otherwise would have moved on to other companies.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 12, 2023

As the healthcare industry continues to undergo rapid changes, driven by advancements in technology and evolving patient needs, it is crucial for healthcare organizations to stay ahead of the curve. However, implementing telemedicine requires the proper infrastructure, technology, and traditional healthcare delivery model changes.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

As organizations increasingly rely on technology to drive growth and innovation, the role of digital leaders has become paramount. Digital leadership is not limited to technology-driven companies; businesses across industries recognize the need for influential digital leaders to stay competitive in the market.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 18, 2024

With advancements in technology, changing regulatory landscapes, and fierce competition, companies in the industry need visionary leaders and skilled strategists who can navigate these challenges and quickly identify and seize opportunities. Innovation is the lifeblood of success, especially in the life sciences sector.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

I was fortunate to work in corporate recruiting for a global technology company in 2008 when the idea of a remote workforce was embraced. Adapting to the Technological Needs of a Distributed Team In today’s world of work, being technologically agile is imperative for organizations that want to succeed with a distributed team.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

This evolution is not just valuable; it’s vital; the expanding global marketplace and the relentless march of technological innovation have made the old models of leadership development ineffectual and obsolete. Executive development programs are being transformed by technology, which is also redefining the future of leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 29, 2024

The drive of such evolutions ranges from advancements in technology globalization to shifting demographics, requiring leaders to reshape their thinking and adapt to become more strategically foresighted. Technology is undeniably playing a pivotal role in the new executive leadership paradigm.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2023

As the sector evolves and expands, companies increasingly turn to executive search firms like N2Growth to help them identify and recruit top talent for critical leadership roles. Top executive search firms also bring a unique set of resources and expertise to the table when it comes to attracting top talent for biotech companies.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

A strategic-minded CPO deeply understands market trends, supplier dynamics, and emerging technologies. They foster an environment of continuous improvement and embrace new technologies and data analytics to drive efficiency and enhance decision-making capabilities.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Insurance executives face unique challenges and opportunities with emerging technologies, including AI, evolving regulatory environments, and global economic uncertainties. Strong strategic leadership skills, including the ability to inspire and motivate teams, are also crucial in navigating the complexities of the insurance sector.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 18, 2024

These firms employ rigorous search strategies, cultivate extensive networks, and utilize cutting-edge technological tools to identify suitable candidates. This allows companies to leverage these global executives’ unique skills and professional experiences, enhancing competitiveness.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Crafting the Future: The Significance of Selecting the Right Insurance Executive In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving business environment, securing the right insurance executive is more than a mere hiring decision —it’s a pivotal investment in the company’s future. How does technology redefine insurance executive search?

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Great Results Team Building

MARCH 21, 2023

With many businesses moving toward online office spaces and remote teams, connecting with your remote employees can seem complicated. Thankfully, there are easy, reliable ways to ensure your remote team feels like part of the office. With countless Slack apps, it all comes down to finding the right ones for your team.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The advent of technology that enables remote work combined with the ever-increasing rate of employee turnover in many industries has led to a transformation in the very fabric of organizational culture. The Erosion of Traditional Corporate Culture A strong corporate culture will influence how team members interact and conduct business.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

It ensures that companies are prepared for any unforeseen changes in leadership due to retirement, emergencies, or sudden departures. Emerging Technologies to Facilitate Leadership Planning As the digital revolution unfolds, it’s becoming clear that technology plays a substantial role in enhancing leadership planning.

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 3, 2024

A recent study from Stevens Institute of Technology has a new idea about why abusive bosses make employees do worse at their jobs, and why some people are more affected by bad bosses than others. But even after lots of research, we’re still not exactly sure how bad bosses make employees perform worse.

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Strategy Driven

JUNE 30, 2021

Technology is a massive advantage for any business. However, there are so many types of technology available that it can be daunting to know where to start. You could do this by keeping up with the latest technology news and find innovative ways to apply new tech. Marketing technology can help streamline your marketing strategy.

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2017

Team dynamics is one of the overlooked parts of a business. Yet it affects so much of a how a business operates, from the individual in the team to the company as a collection of teams to the entire market place. If a team is out of sync or out of flow, things happen slowly or at worst not at all. Michael Jordan.

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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. In essence, the digital transformation of a company starts at the top, with the CEO leading the charge.

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Great Leadership By Dan

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Guest post from Mike McHargue: Does your team have one clearly stated priority? And, is everyone on your team crystal clear about what that priority is? When teams have more than one top priority there often isn’t unity and clarity about what actually is important. The HR team is focused on HR issues. They were wrong.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

To come up with new ideas, companies need to think about the future and be willing to take some risks. Many CEOs, the top leaders of companies, often focus on short-term goals because that’s how they’re rewarded in their jobs. This can make it tough for company leaders to push for innovation.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Armed with this knowledge, they meticulously search for candidates with the necessary technical skills and experience that align with the company’s culture and long-term vision. It involves evaluating their attitudes, values, and behaviors to ensure they harmonize with the company’s vision and mission.

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HR Digest

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The term 360-degree feedback has gained global popularity with reports from Forbes indicating that more than 85 percent of Fortune 500 companies use 360 feedback to review their employees regularly. The 360 feedback encourages healthy team dynamics. The 360-degree feedback appraisal includes qualities that are important to the company.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 17, 2023

Similarly, financial companies and insurance firms are beginning to recognize that a diverse workforce is essential for success in today’s marketplace. Not only does diversity bring varied perspectives and ideas, but it also allows companies to understand better and serve their diverse customer base.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 11, 2020

Guest post by Chuck Swoboda : As increasing competition, new technologies and evolving customer expectations continue to disrupt nearly every industry, business leaders are turning to innovation as a way to keep their companies relevant. The standard solution is to create teams that focus explicitly on innovation. The problem?

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

As an executive coaching professional who works with top executives in the world’s largest companies, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of coaching in shaping effective leaders. Leaders face an array of complex challenges, from navigating organizational change to driving innovation and performance.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Without the physical presence and non-verbal cues, leveraging technology to bridge this gap becomes essential. Videoconferencing platforms, such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams, can offer a more personalized touch by allowing coaches and executives to see each other’s facial expressions and body language.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 26, 2023

Introduction Real estate companies are continuing to embrace technological change for the benefit of their operations. One of the biggest trends in real estate currently is the use of real estate investor portals by real estate companies. For example, you can assign investor-specific tasks to your team from the portal.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 13, 2023

To stay ahead of the competition, companies must hire highly skilled talent. This will help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for your team. 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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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

An exemplary CRO is one who, in addition to having a profound understanding of diverse revenue streams, is also a visionary leader who can effectively navigate the team in an increasingly competitive business landscape. Moreover, the right CRO aligns with the corporation’s culture, ethos, and strategic goals.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

This position is often seen as the linchpin of a company’s commercial strategy, controlling marketing, sales, and customer service efforts to achieve optimal success. This role requires an intrinsic understanding of the company’s product or service and customer base.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 3, 2017

Every company has a set of capabilities that, when properly leveraged, can serve to devastate the competition. So, it’s essential for leadership teams to pinpoint and honestly assess these capabilities. Here’s a simple framework that I use with clients to form their company capabilities profile. Technology.

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Rich Gee Group

MARCH 30, 2024

Executives are expected to foresee industry trends, set long-term goals, and ensure the company's growth aligns with its vision. Cultivate Leadership Excellence Leadership at the C-suite level transcends managing teams. It involves inspiring the entire organization, driving cultural change, and embodying the company's values.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Having a CFO with a “head in the cloud” might be a good thing if we’re talking about cloud computing, cognitive technologies, and AI that has significantly influenced this role. The evolutionary path of the Chief Financial Officer continues with assuming the driving seat in companies’ digital transformation.

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Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 25, 2018

Unfortunately, the younger demographic has a highly defined set of generational workplace preferences that may make it hard for some companies to tap into their labor. Invest in Technology. Once upon a time, you would often start and end your career at the same company, gradually moving up the ranks as you grew older.

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Skip Prichard

JUNE 24, 2021

It’s not uncommon these days to see a company go from top performer to bankrupt. How do companies compete in this digital era ? High, president of the digital business advisory firm Metis Strategy , advises numerous companies and executives on how to compete in the digital era. Digital Leadership.

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