Lead Change Blog

MARCH 2, 2021

Welcome to the March 2021 Leadership Development Carnival! We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. David Moser of Decisive Blog writes The Power of “And” in Leadership Communication.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 11, 2024

In this mutually beneficial environment, companies can accelerate their learning curves, share risks, and foster a culture of innovation. By pooling resources and avoiding duplicate efforts, companies can optimize efficiency and enhance their competitive positions in the market.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 19, 2024

The expectation is that their extensive networks and vast resources will deliver the world-class leadership talent they need to drive their organizations forward. In an era where leadership quality is a key differentiator, these limitations can have significant strategic consequences.

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 26, 2021

The result is a competitive advantage others cannot replicate. “We are superior to the competition because we hire employees who work in an environment of belonging and purpose,” says Horst Schulze. ” The post Bonding with Customers: The Leadership Side appeared first on Lead Change.

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Lead from Within

JULY 31, 2023

Leadership is a crucial aspect of any organization, and it’s important for leaders to constantly evaluate their own behavior and practices to ensure they are leading in the right direction. Innovation is key, especially when operating environments are changing quickly. Do you want to retain your competitive advantage?

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HR Digest

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Donna Morris, Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer at Walmart, discusses the world’s largest retailer’s priorities when selecting future leadership pipeline, and why companies who hire a diverse talent do better than others.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Understanding the Role of a Chief Commercial Officer In the complex world of corporate leadership, a Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) holds a pivotal role. The CCO works closely with executive teams to define the company’s commercial path, making pivotal decisions about brand positioning, market competition, and revenue growth.

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Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 5, 2021

Welcome to the January 2021 Leadership Development Carnival! We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. Communication. Julie Winkle Giulioni shared How to Navigate Year-End Reviews for Employees.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2023

The strength of governance can be significantly amplified with the employment of a dedicated leadership team. This leadership should be committed to the organization’s vision, mission, and core values. Moreover, influential leaders enhance performance by fostering an environment with innovation, learning, and growth.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 6, 2021

Welcome to the April 2021 Leadership Development Carnival! We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. Communication. Find Dan on Twitter at @DanOestreich. Follow Ken on Twitter @RapidStartLdr.

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 23, 2019

It’s created a world in which the speed of learning is a competitive advantage, both for individuals and organizations. Learning as a competitive advantage. Of course, learning organizations are not necessarily a new thing, but their nature has changed.

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2019

I’m sure you’ve heard of the terms Emotional Quotient (EQ) and Intelligence Quotient (IQ); but few people have heard of Adaptability Quotient (AQ), especially as it relates to leadership. In part due to their agile and adaptable leadership style, they are able to create self-managing teams that collaborate together on projects.

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Great Leadership By Dan

AUGUST 13, 2020

There have been great examples of leadership in our multiple crises of the moment. Crisis leadership is a crucible and it’s natural for us to be inspired by what it can produce. We are seeing that leadership is a calling and it’s often more geeky than macho and certainly not authoritarian. Guest post by Randall P.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2020

O NE OF THE MOST challenging leadership problems is to get people to speak up , especially as it concerns realizing the value of the “small voice in the room.”. That is why real teams provide a sufficiently safe environment to encourage speaking up no matter what consequences otherwise might attend the act. He holds a Ph.D.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 8, 2022

Customers value brands that protect the environment are committed to their communities and have transparent corporate governance. At the same time, they continue to appreciate the advantages of the shopping experience and the immediacy provided by the various retail environments.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

Finding innovators in the life sciences industry The importance of innovative leadership cannot be overstated. Organizations can gain a competitive advantage by identifying and attracting these innovators, accelerating research and development efforts, and ultimately driving their businesses forward in an increasingly competitive landscape.

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Michael Lee Stallard

DECEMBER 9, 2010

When we work in an environment that recognizes these realities of our human nature, we thrive. When we work in an environment that fails to recognize these realities, it affects our ability to become engaged and deliver sustainable results. Leadership is all about the human experience. It’s how we are wired.

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Joseph Lalonde

APRIL 4, 2018

It’s here that corporate leaders can learn a lot, particularly now that it’s becoming increasingly apparent that people (not products or processes) are the largest source of competitive advantage for a business. Put simply: without putting the right people in the right environment to succeed, your company will flounder.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2014

This post is by Linda Fisher Thornton the author of 7 Lenses: Learning the Principles and Practices of Ethical Leadership. Our understanding of "ethical leadership" has not been clear enough to guide us through today’s complex ethical choices. To one leader, leading ethically means carefully protecting the environment.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The Power of Tailored Solutions for Professional Growth – Coaching or Consulting Tailored leadership solutions are the bedrock of professional growth. In today’s competitive landscape, one size no longer fits all. Each individual has unique needs and aspirations that require a tailored approach to maximize leadership.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JANUARY 22, 2014

government financial aid — provides an outstanding example of how to gain competitive advantage through organizational culture. One process to do this is the weekly “Business Plan Review” (or “BPR”) meeting attended by the global leadership team, and all business and functional leaders.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 27, 2023

Expectations run high when a family looks to its young members to take the necessary steps to assume leadership and/or ownership of the family enterprise. Too often, senior generations move into ownership development without recognizing that a strong emotional environment in the family is a necessary foundation. This entails: 1.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 11, 2024

The Importance of Creative CMO Innovation in Business Strategy In today’s business environment, creative innovation continues to elicit profound reverberations across all domains of a corporation’s strategy. It also promotes a collaborative environment conducive to learning and growth.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

In today’s dynamic business environment, the CPO plays a pivotal role in talent management, recruitment, and retention. The CPO works closely with executive leadership, department heads, and HR teams to align these strategies with the organization’s goals and objectives.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 6, 2023

Therefore, it’s important for companies to prioritize diversity and inclusion in their hiring practices and create a welcoming and inclusive work environment. Finding talent where it is, not where you are: In the past, companies may have limited their hiring to specific locations or industries.

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HR Digest

APRIL 6, 2023

In today’s fast-paced business world, companies must stay agile and have a competitive advantage to succeed. Boosting Employee Engagement: HR is responsible for creating a positive work environment that promotes employee engagement and satisfaction.

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Experience to Lead

MAY 30, 2023

This type of work is nuanced and requires leadership skills that are often overlooked in business school. Executive leadership training programs can offer support and meaningful dialogue to master new challenges effectively. What is an Executive Leadership Training Program?

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Eric Jacobson

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

By possessing a disciplined set of principles and focusing on carefully developing her leadership skills throughout the process, she was able to achieve her goal of becoming #1 in the translation market that was already dominated by established competitors. Why it’s imperative to foster an environment where your people are free to disagree.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 1, 2013

This happens when employees fail to understand their role in the context of the competitive environment. Have you communicated the context of your competitive environment? The dead bird on the doorstep is a common symptom of a big organization problem and if you run one, you might have a few dead birds of your own.

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 5, 2017

Welcome to the July 2017 edition of the Leadership Development Carnival! Dan Rockwell of Leadership Freak wrote recently about assets that help leaders extend their influence. Before highlighting each of the assets, Dan wrote, “Leadership isn’t about status, position, salary, or title. I hope that’s the case.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 5, 2018

Ram Charan, Dominic Barton, and Dennis Carey write in Talent Wins : Most executives today recognize the competitive advantage of talent, yet the talent practices in their organizations use are vestiges of another era. Beyond just administrative work, it must become a creator of value and competitive advantage.

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HR Digest

APRIL 3, 2023

It is no longer sufficient for companies to have a diverse workforce; it is equally essential to create an inclusive environment that encourages every employee to contribute their unique perspectives, skills, and experiences. A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace Offers a Competitive Advantage.

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CO2

JUNE 12, 2020

As a multi-disciplinary partnership, we at CO2 Partners have found Dave Snowden’s Cynefin framework to be helpful in better understanding the operating environment of an organization. He developed Cynefin while at IBM to help decision-makers better understand how to behave based on their assessment of the organization’s environment.

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HR Digest

MARCH 8, 2024

There are many examples of diversity and inclusion in the workplace but we often get caught up in two areas—hiring and leadership. If you’re looking at it solely from the viewpoint of profit, a Global Human Capital Trends study found that 78 percent of respondents believed that diversity and inclusion gave companies a competitive advantage.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JULY 28, 2015

In Tindell’s excellent book, Uncontainable , he describes how he and his leadership team went on to shape The Container Store’s outstanding “employee first” culture in ways that reflect love. The first time I heard the word “love” uttered in a corporate context I was teaching a workshop on leadership for Lockheed Martin Aerospace.

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Great Leadership By Dan

APRIL 24, 2012

A colleague from another business school recommended the book, The Future of Leadership Development, Corporate Needs and the Role of Business Schools , edited by IESE Business School Dean Jordi Canals. The use of coaching in leadership development programs. There are pros and cons to both group and individual leadership development.

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Coaching Tip

MARCH 26, 2018

Most executives today recognize the competitive advantage of human capital, and yet the talent practices their organizations use are stuck in the twentieth century. People, not companies, generate value, so why isn't talent at the center of every company's strategy? Energize the board.

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