Leading Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The country was suffering an existential crisis, as well, amidst an OPEC oil embargo coinciding with Vietnam War and Watergate fatigue. September 11th, the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, the Great Recession, the COVID pandemic, and polarized politics have created our own existential worries. Feel familiar?

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

We find ourselves amidst the challenges of living and working in a triple-threat world of a global pandemic, economic instability, and political unrest. Take stock of the progressive development plans and programs they’ve made available to the workforce. .” Professor Huggy Rao, Stanford Graduate School of Business .

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 19, 2014

Chair, Organizational Development, N2Growth. to discuss what operational screenings and organizational development exams you need and when you need them. Crisis Leadership exams can help find problems early when your chances for treatment and cure are better. Your operations deserve a longer, healthier life.

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The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 11, 2021

In the United States, the unemployment rate is at its highest since the Great Depression, with Andrew Yang stating recently that he expected many of those on furlough schemes to join them before the crisis has run its course. Support in a crisis. This huge talent pool prompted Northeastern University’s J.D.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 6, 2013

Choosing "is a risky prospect, fraught with personal, political, and cultural risks for the organization and its leaders." To address one choice over the other would disrupt the way in which people have become used to operating. But in the long run, this silence will end up hurting the organization.

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Experience to Lead

JANUARY 29, 2024

From the rapid decline of the planet to regulation tightening, the political climate and the introduction of new technologies, leaders are up against challenging terrain. In turn, this creates space for a resilient workplace culture to flourish and generate sustainable ways of operating.

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Coaching Tip

APRIL 20, 2016

There’s a leadership crisis in American politics and business—a crisis that extends around the world. and around the world are not prepared for the environment in which they operate.”. Source: “THE LEADERSHIP CAMPAIGN: 10 Political Strategies to Win at Your Career and Propel Your Business to Victory.”.

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The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 27, 2021

While such a crisis is likely to be short-lived, the push towards decarbonizing the economy and the creation of green jobs is likely to be continuing apace. Swedish company Alight have been working to help encourage larger companies to utilize solar energy to power their operations. The green economy. Solar as a service. consumption.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2010

Anyone paying attention to current events has recently witnessed that it doesn’t really matter whether you’re a politician, investment banker, CEO, or just an average citizen, when it comes to making a simple decision, managing a crisis, or attempting to exploit an opportunity, timing is everything. Thanks for sharing Peter.

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 1, 2020

Since the 2008 financial crisis created ructions in the labor market, there has been prolonged focus on the nature of work. Do do they seek to operate within such a system rather than actively oppose it? The 2008 crisis has left an indelible mark on a generations expectation of the labor market, and their place within it.

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The Practical Leader

APRIL 5, 2023

Hmm…oh, oh… Looking at the typical approach they’ve used before, four common strategic planning problems immediately popped out: The agenda was loaded with about 17 project/operational presentations/reviews and updates. The session focused on operational and tactical issues. Nap by PowerPoint.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

If you are a regular reader of this blog and feel it has added value to your growth and development as a leader I would greatly appreciate your vote. I know all but one of the other nominees and would highly recommend any of them as a high quality source of leadership information.

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Lead Change Blog

MARCH 30, 2020

Some are related to the larger operational issue. As her lungs deteriorated, the family agreed that Lillian could be put on ECMO, a breathing apparatus that operates much like heart-lung machines, with a focus on lung function. People are asking who could have spoken up and stopped the spread of the coronavirus beyond China.

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The Practical Leader

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

During these times of crisis and frantic change, we can get caught running flat out with our heads down. What’s more, the firms that “slowed down to speed up” improved their top and bottom lines, averaging 40% higher sales and 52% higher operating profits over a three-year period.”

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 9, 2010

Great businesses are in constant search of improvement, innovation, change, disruption, knowledge and other strategic leverage points that lead to a competitive advantage or operational enhancement. Well actually, no it’s not. Don’t fall into the rut of allowing your business to be trapped in a perpetual state of static thinking.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 2, 2010

There are many so-called management gurus in today’s politically correct world who would take great exception to what I’m putting forth in today’s post. I strongly recommend to all business leaders that they learn to develop a command presence, and lead from a committed and passionate position of strength.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 23, 2010

This is the definition of presence, and it is only when we operate in the present that real creativity, growth and innovation occur. Operating in excess of that threshold will cause increased stress, lack of attention to detail and errant decisioning. .:) Is your rubber-band stretched so tight that it’s about to snap?

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 18, 2010

Also, a common response is to confuse a sales engine, fulfillment process, operational process, technology platform, or any number of other areas as business models, where this is not the case. Furthermore, a business plan, strategic plan, marketing plan, capital formation plan, exit plan, etc., are also not business models.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 21, 2011

Posted on January 21st, 2011 by admin in Leadership , Miscellaneous , Operations & Strategy By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth Entrepreneur, CEO or Both? I believe great leaders will mentor and coach subordinates for the purpose of identifying and developing other great leaders. Which hat, or hats do you wear?

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 20, 2011

While the emotional distress associated with gossip can be dealt with fairly easily, the political discord that can erupt in an organization can be nothing short of disastrous. Gossip destroys trust, undermines credibility, and is one of the greatest adversaries of a healthy corporate culture.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2010

link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] Here are "9 Signs That Your Next Company Cares About Its Employees." " [link] [link] mikemyatt Thanks for the kind words as well as sharing the link Donna. offers quick, practical management tips and ideas from HBR.org.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2010

A leader’s message has a direct impact on their personal and corporate brand equity, how they manage a crisis, marketing initiatives, investor relations, press and public relations, team building and employee engagement, and virtually any other mission critical area of chief executive responsibility.

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Skip Prichard

MAY 17, 2021

Often the lack of this balance between the long-term strategy and the short-term operational demands is the cause of numerous problems from crisis to scandal to poor results. The economic and hence political norms may thus take on the characteristics of authoritarian leadership. Does that make sense? Chris Lewis. Yes, well said.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 26, 2010

So, in today’s post I’ll share two a few tips on deciding which tasks, and to whom, the art of delegation should apply… As a CEO it is critical to develop a keen understanding of your value to the enterprise, and to further develop an awareness of activities that are dilutive to said value.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Posted on July 7th, 2010 by admin in Leadership , Operations & Strategy , Rants By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth I have read some interesting articles and blog posts of late on the subject of CEO term limits, and felt this topic worthy of discussion.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2010

Clearly the difference possessed by all great leaders is that they refine, develop and build from their foundation – they don’t ignore it or take it for granted. What we’re experiencing today is too much form over substance – leaders lacking in foundation, but replete with social/political savvy.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] My experience with most executives & entrepreneurs is that they are totally committed to and focused on success. It is possible to have both speed and planning so long as planning doesn't turn into "analysis paralysis."

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Modern Servant Leader

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

Operating environments change rapidly. New competitors arise, financial crises occur, political unrest and wars break out, regulations change and funding falls through. For the drill press operator (who should be voting on the kind of tool to use) to vote on whether to declare a stock split would be equally foolish. Max De Pree.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 11, 2010

Developing effective conflict resolution skill sets are an essential component of a building a sustainable business model. Where there is disagreement there is an inherent potential for growth and development. If so, you likely have issues with conflict.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2010

Thanks in advance… Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] Please use the comments section below to share any other tips for working more effectively with the board.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 24, 2010

In today’s post I’ll quickly examine the merits of developing your listening skills. Listen to those that confront you, challenge you, stretch you, and develop you. Employees develop the kind of security they really need – skills, knowledge and capabilities that enhance future employability. What say you?

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2010

Not recognizing, developing, and rewarding talent is the fastest way I know of to drive talent out of your organization and directly into the hands of your competition. These silos are staffed with legions of “tenured&# COBOL and C++ programmers, as well as &# tenured&# IT managers overseeing the operation.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

As much as it may be politically incorrect to say so, it’s not nearly as much about the team, as it is the leader’s ability to assemble and lead the team. This normally occurs in crisis/emergency/volunteer situations – for an example of this please read Wally Bock’s excellent post yesterday. What say you???

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Do you say you believe that your people can develop, grow and have tremendous potential? Here are just some examples for you to consider: Do you say you care about your people, your organization and your Customers? How does your walk prove it? Do you say mistakes are important and necessary? How does your walk prove it?

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 3, 2011

The good news is that there is a cure for all four of the preceding problems: Items one through three can be solved with an emphasis on leadership development and talent management, and item four can be solved by holding the board of directors accountable for CEO performance and firing an apathetic CEO.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 29, 2010

Creating a framework for decisioning, using a published delegation of authority statement, encouraging sound business practices in collaboration, team building, leadership development, and talent management will all help even out the uneven. Where there is disagreement there is an inherent potential for growth and development.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 26, 2010

In the competitive worlds of business and politics a reserved attitude of humility can often be misinterpreted as a sign of weakness. I think not. While confidence can be mistaken for arrogance, and vice-versa, they are clearly not interchangeable terms.

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