N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

These changes necessitate a keen understanding of the current landscape to successfully navigate the complexities and ensure organizations’ continued operations and survival. Leadership transitions can pose a major challenge to any organization, especially in a turbulent environment.

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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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Leading Blog

JUNE 1, 2021

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in June 2021. Whether it's the death of a friend, loss of a job, a bad break-up, or the isolation of Covid-19, those who manage to be where their feet are will grow, stretch and emerge stronger, smarter, and more prepared as we find peace and gratitude in the pause.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 1, 2022

Organizations, particularly startups, require changes in executive leadership talent in the business lifecycle to capitalize on growth potential. NerdWallet is an example of when the rapidly growing company missed profitability targets and subsequently changed its leadership team. First, learning agility. And fourth, resilience.

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The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

It’s also quite likely that you might pin the blame on middle managers, who often seem to be the scourge for all seasons. Alas, as new research reminds us, middle managers can also be just as much victims of such toxic workplaces as the rest of us. Of course, none of these strategies are without risk. The effect of abuse.

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Rich Gee Group

OCTOBER 6, 2021

I managed large teams for over 15 years in corporate and have been coaching C-Level clients for 15 more. During this time, I've probably run into every scenario a manager can experience. Translate upper management's vague directives into things your team can understand and take action on. Motivate people, don't command them.

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Chart Your Course

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Leader vs. Manager: Important Differences You Should Be Aware About Should a manager be a leader? Check 6 aspects that differentiate these roles and find out whether managers should embrace leadership. Organizations try to blur the boundaries between positions, leveraging multitasking.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

In a previous blog , I wrote about why you should transform your organization into a network organization and promised to write about how to lead that transformation. To recap, a network organization is all about communities based on connectors and content. Enter a dialog with them about the network organization way of thinking.

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Mark Sanborn

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Over two decades of research and observations have revealed the key factors that enable the best organizations to succeed and dominate. Adaptability and Agility The 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic have tested organizations’ resilience. Leadership doesn’t make “a difference.” It makes “the difference.”

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Lead from Within

MAY 2, 2024

As an executive leadership coach, I’ve had the privilege of working with leaders at various levels of organizations. One recurring challenge I’ve observed is the situation when leadership starts going off the rails. Take time to assess your leadership strengths and weaknesses honestly.

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Leading Blog

MAY 1, 2023

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in May 2023 curated just for you. This book helps managers understand the postmodern worldview held by generation Z and younger millennials, how it influences their behaviour at work, and how they want to be led in the workplace.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in June 2023 curated just for you. It’s the capabilities of the organization that win the race. You couldn't figure out what made them tick, and you know you were underwhelming as a manager and leader for them. Of course, you have. Absolutely! We all have.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Strategic leadership means leading for today, tomorrow, and beyond. As I work with organizations preparing for the new year, one of the most common topics of discussion is what it takes to set a strategic course through times of uncertainty. Adjustment is easier for some organizations than others.

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Leading Blog

JULY 1, 2020

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in July 2020. Leading with Feeling : Nine Strategies of Emotionally Intelligent Leadership by Cary Cherniss and Cornelia W. All In shows why obsession, if properly focused and managed, is both necessary and productive. But how does virality actually work?

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 6, 2021

Welcome to the July 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. managing people. You may have a leadership dysfunction problem. Communication.

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 9, 2021

Leaders engage in a number of related activities including managing and leading, discovery and delivery, as well as giving and receiving feedback. . Of course, it depends on the situation. Managing and Leading. Managing and Leading. How much time do you spend managing vs. leading? . Versatility is key.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Welcome to the September 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. They don’t believe in your leadership. Communication. Development.

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Rich Gee Group

MAY 28, 2024

.” — Jim Goodnight Employee engagement is a crucial component and the backbone of a successful organization. Let’s explore three key strategies to enhance employee engagement, all contributing to a more vibrant and successful organization. ONE: Talent Retention Talent retention is a significant challenge for many organizations.

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Modern Servant Leader

JANUARY 2, 2024

Here are 24 innovative leadership goals for the new year – including metrics to measure your progress…. Done right, they also bolster leadership development. Think your organization is too small? Partner with other organizations. Define Leadership Model: Document what leadership means at your company.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

The diagram below highlights the steps involved in the leadership process. Organizations and markets are complex and constantly changing. No, of course not! In the middle of The Leadership Process diagram are the words “Involve Others/build Relationships.” Leadership is a process! The post Leadership is a Process!

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Joseph Lalonde

JANUARY 19, 2023

That’s why we’ve compiled a list of 50 inspiring leadership quotes to help you stay motivated and focused on what’s important. No matter what industry you’re in or what position you hold, these quotes will remind you of the power of good leadership and its impact on both individuals and organizations.

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The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 24, 2023

CEOs are only as strong as the teams they lead, so it’s vital that leadership teams not only feature the right individuals, but that those individuals work effectively together. Of course, it can also result in decision-making becoming laborious and team members becoming too complacent.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 12, 2020

That is a tough statistic to try to wrap your mind around, and I was interested in Piet’s opinion on how did we get to this point and how there could be some solutions to solve this talent management gap. While skills and talent management is clearly an issue, this survey shows that CEOs understand the importance of execution. .

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Modern Servant Leader

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Top Tips for Managing Up. When it comes to managing up, there are two scenarios: when you’re on good terms with your boss and when you’re struggling with them. From my experience, most people seeking advice on managing up, are already struggling to align with their boss. Managing Your Boss in Good Times & Bad.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 8, 2019

A FTER 18 YEARS on the MIT faculty, I thought I knew a thing or two about leadership. That position humbled me and taught me lessons about leadership that I still use today, some 20 years later. Well, one collective deficit could, and did: The lack of effective leadership. This is the best way to pressure test and improve ideas.

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Lead from Within

JUNE 12, 2024

As an executive leadership coach who works with leaders around the world, I believe the answer lies in how well organizations connect AI technologies to their corporate vision and individual employee growth. Master Change Management : Change is inevitable, especially in the age of AI, where uncertainty looms.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

We discovered through a rigorous analysis applying 70 years of Nobel-prize winning economics that Mobsters have leadership teams and structures that enable their success despite continuous efforts to disrupt them. Relentless offers five transformative leadership lessons that leadership training programs must incorporate and promote.

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 4, 2020

Welcome to the August 2020 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. Ken Byler of Higher Ground Consulting Group contributed Introverted Leadership in a Pandemic.

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HR Digest

MAY 17, 2024

Understanding the importance of change is the first step to understanding HR’s role in change management. Whether it’s adapting to new technologies, shifting customer demands, or regulatory updates, organizations must continually evolve to stay ahead. Image: Freepik HR’s Role in Change Management: What Is Change Management?

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Rich Gee Group

MARCH 30, 2024

In the competitive realm of business, reaching the C-suite represents not just a pinnacle of achievement but also a testament to one's leadership, vision, and dedication. Embrace a Strategic Mindset Transitioning from senior management to the C-suite requires a shift from operational to strategic thinking.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

That mindset is “about the application of creative thinking and prudent risk-taking to build innovative, long-lasting organizations in any sector of the economy.” Simply put, I believe that entrepreneurial is a mindset—a way of thinking—and leadership is a way of acting. He focused on the personal characteristics of the leader.

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Experience to Lead

MAY 30, 2023

For managers, leadership isn’t one-size-fits-all. Each individual must take their own unique mixture of real-world experience and personal talents to forge their own leadership style. Unfortunately, this can be an overwhelming process for new managers to undertake without support.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in February 2019. Maxwell helps leaders gain the ability and willingness to make leadership changes that will positively enhance their organizational and personal growth. Bedtime Stories for Managers : Farewell, Lofty Leadership. In Leadershift, John C.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 7, 2023

What’s more, because you are responsible for the livelihoods of all your employees, few of them are ever going to have the courage to tell the truth about your leadership abilities to your face. This leaves you in a weird twilight world where you have to guess what the right leadership move is without anyone to feedback to.

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The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 31, 2023

It’s less common for poor management to be targeted to explain lackluster productivity, but research from Stanford’s Nick Bloom suggests that is a mistake. Weak management Bloom’s World Management Survey was established in 2004 to measure management practices across hundreds of medium-sized firms in the likes of the U.K.,

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Great Leadership By Dan

AUGUST 6, 2020

They provide a unique window on the impact overly controlling, self-centered leadership styles can have on others: “Regarding the letter you sent, the heart of your servant is ill, when my lord said: Don’t you know how to read a letter? What are the enduring qualities of great leadership?

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 16, 2018

These changes are not just causing disruption to businesses, but are also becoming a big problem for the managers to face. Managers and their teams are feeling insecure, causing major health hazards. And its resulting impact will be more dangerous to the organizations and the people that work in these organizations.

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