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Contingency Planning | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

This is so much the case that the most often overlooked aspect of strategic planning is adequately addressing contingencies as part of the planning process. The two most common outcomes created by a lack of contingency planning are: 1.) watching things grind to a halt as you scramble to evaluate options, and; 2.)

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Leading Thoughts for March 9, 2023

Leading Blog

The mere act of contemplating a Plan B sets in motion a feedback loop that dramatically lessens the probability that Plan A will come to fruition. You spend too much of your emotional energy on contingency planning instead of on success.” Source: Burn the Boats: Toss Plan B Overboard and Unleash Your Full Potential II.

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Discover the 4 Powerful Tactics to Build a Resilient Organization

Lead from Within

By anticipating what might happen, you can develop strategies and contingency plans to mitigate these risks. This involves developing robust plans and processes to address these challenges effectively. This involves staying informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and potential risks.

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How Contingency Plans Cause People to Perform Worse and Try Less

Leadership Freak

Will Smith said, “There is no reason to have plan “B” because it distracts from plan “A”. Jihae Shin and Katherine Milkman, from Wharton School research found that merely thinking about a backup… Continue reading →

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Life Lessons From The Ziplining Tortilla

Lead Change Blog

Nowhere in the information I read or the expectations I had developed did I run across Mexican food. Businesses have Continuity and Contingency Plans (BCCP’s) in case disaster strikes, and they are supposed to test their systems periodically. I had wondered if my son (or I) would love it or freak out. When Braking Fails.

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When in Doubt, Rehearse!

N2Growth Blog

By Brian Layer , Chair, Organizational Development, N2growth. Lately I’ve seen several leaders trip over the unexpected outcome of a grand plan. Leadership And Contingency Planning. They failed to anticipate the mistakes and mishaps that happen in all organizations. When you find yourself in doubt, rehearse.

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Navigating Employee Leave and Absence Management

HR Digest

Effective management of workforce leave and absence involves creating clear policies and procedures for requesting and approving time off, using efficient HR software, maintaining accurate records of leave entitlements and usage, and developing contingency plans to ensure work continuity when employees are absent.