Lead from Within

JULY 9, 2020

Carry out your due diligence and do your research. After decades of coaching powerful executives around the world, Lolly Daskal has observed that leaders rise to their positions relying on a specific set of values and traits. But in time, every executive reaches a point when their performance suffers and failure persists.

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Harvard Business Review

MARCH 26, 2024

Private equity (PE) firms have a proven approach to identify areas for revenue growth, value creation, and cost reduction: due diligence. But companies rarely use this same approach in the execution of their own growth strategy. There’s no reason to limit due diligence to the context of an acquisition.

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 27, 2024

Whether it’s about mastering the point-of-sale system or executing brand-consistent marketing strategies, the support rendered by a franchisor is a cornerstone of franchisee efficacy. Creating an ecosystem where franchisees can thrive often involves ample training programs and continuous support resources.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 15, 2019

But on the other side of that equation is the influence of sound business practices, planning, due diligence, and adaptability on business success. Evaluative people can execute and sustain ventures. Former Disney Parks and Resorts executive, Lee Cockerell, often says that feedback is a gift. The answer is complicated.

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Harvard Business Review

MAY 26, 2011

The economics and accountability of due diligence have changed. The executive implications for time management and, more important, people management are enormous. I wasted inordinate amounts of time because I made a simple mistake I see executives make all the time. Foolish me. Reality revealed otherwise.

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HR Digest

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

According to bank executives, companies including Goldman Sachs, Barclays and Moelis have introduced programs to automate basic functions such as generating pitch books and valuation modeling. Banks now insist on weekend offs, no excessive overtime, and greater use of technology for routine work.

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Lead from Within

MAY 2, 2017

Our intuition is the facts and data we collected: for years I am sure you have due diligence, you have collected data, and facts and you have created spread sheets and variations of what things could be and should be, all of that is important, all of it is vital because that knowledge when we need it- you will employ it.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 31, 2011

I have watched entrepreneurs and executives initially trivialize the value of influence in a capital transaction, only to regret it down the road. By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth . Savvy CEOs simply aren’t in a rush to close the deal and secure the funding if it means sacrificing knowledge, experience and influence.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2019

I’ve observed the risk adverse take due diligence one step too far, the greedy negotiate too long, the impulsive jump the gun, and the plodders move to slow. Ideas don’t always have a corresponding vision, nor do they always contain a framework of accountability which helps to ensure a certainty of execution.

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Six Disciplines

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

Towards the end of 2010, Robert Vogel, President and CEO, saw the need to shift the senior management focus back to long- term strategy planning - and execution. As a result of mutual due diligence, Hardwoods of Michigan has joined the Six Disciplines family and are off and running.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

Perform Due Diligence: Go through the data you have to see how you can enhance it further. Think Spatially: Determine how the place and location data will make a difference for your organization. How will this information help you understand the problems you face and allow you to craft solutions?

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 10, 2011

While most executives and entrepreneurs have come to accept the concept of change management as a legitimate business practice, and change leadership as a legitimate executive priority in theory, I have found very few organizations that have effectively integrated change as a core discipline and focus area in reality.

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CEO Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

Regardless of what due diligence is done prior to the merger, there is still lots to learn. Good planning leads to good execution. My tips for integration: 1 - Have a rolling 90 day plan. The first 30 days should be "listen and learn". 2 - Lock down all spending.

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 29, 2016

This diversity in the buyer network is one of the key complexities in enterprise selling and it calls on the selling team to perform the due diligence required to understand the roles and impacts of each of the buyers. The most important functional bond to create – no doubt – is the executive-to-executive.

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Mills Scofield

OCTOBER 17, 2012

Many of us have confused the roles and responsibilities of the executive, legislative and judicial branches – and so have those in those branches! citizens do as much due diligence into the candidates they vote for as they do into the new TV, smartphone or car they will buy.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2010

People can do some due diligence before going to work for a compnay. If you find that workplace contamination is rubbing off on you, you may be forced to make a change in order to preserve your own mental health. link] Donna Svei Great post Mike. Here are "9 Signs That Your Next Company Cares About Its Employees."

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2010

The reality is that great leaders all seem to possess an innate sense of timing such that most executives have a very clear understanding of the critical role timing plays as a survival skill at the C-suite level. There are a few times in the life of every professional where staggering opportunities will present themselves.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 11, 2024

Unlike other executive roles, there is also the demand for a proven track record in revenue generation and driving operational efficiency. Therefore, recruiting a CRO is a substantial challenge, raising the bar even higher than most executive placements.

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Sales Wolf Blog

JANUARY 10, 2011

That is All Jesse Harriot, Monster Thinking : 2011 Job Market Trends HR Introvert : Time for Due Diligence on Personal Objectivity Tim Sanders, Sanders Says : Three Lists to Make for 2011 Rachel Suff, XpertHR : New Year's Resolution: Boost Poor Performance?

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Coaching Tip

MARCH 14, 2011

Companies need to do due diligence to select leaders who have the desire, motivation-and skills-to be a leader or you've failed the individual and the organization." Why do some talented executives fail? Reading these executive failure stories can help you avoid similiar behavior. To review the complete study, go to: .

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Marshall Goldsmith

DECEMBER 7, 2010

First, let's assume you've done your due diligence on the process with your successor. So what do you need to know about coaching so you can ensure a smooth transition?

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 24, 2014

It’s created through a process of due diligence and a deliberate effort to intentionally and consistently integrate the seven core values into the workplace. As a leader, your duty is to execute, and executing your duties will bring credibility and build trust among your team. Simply put, one has to try.

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 5, 2014

The importance of research, due-diligence and marketplace understanding surface. This is a creative way of re-treading old knowledge to enable executives to master change rather than feel as they’re victims of it. Experience Gathering – Circumstances within and outside your control caused the projects to fail.

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Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 26, 2014

A normal acquisition process seeks to ensure something basic: a strategic rationale for a deal, supported by a thoughtful selection process, with known risks identified by a short, intense due diligence. What this requires is doing some integration due diligence as part of the M&A process.

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Strategy Driven

JUNE 5, 2014

Here are 5 pitfalls to watch out for when using a marketing waterfall reporting model that influence how you make decisions, execute campaigns, and ultimately spend money. For those mature waterfall users, I’m sure they have faced the reality of the extra due diligence required to add much more analytics to make the next smartest decision.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 26, 2011

This due diligence included, setting a new household budget, moving investments, setting up a home equity line of credit, and finally, buying a new car (for the first time in 11 years!). I volunteered to be the “lucky&# laid off executive and have never looked back. Synchronicity is such a blessing!

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Harvard Business Review

MAY 16, 2017

” Read more from Kellogg Executive Education: How “Brainwriting” Can Get Better Ideas Out of Your Team. Have a plan: This sounds mundane, but many leaders assume they will assess what is going on in the new office when they get there and then figure out what they need to do after completing their due diligence.

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Harvard Business Review

JUNE 11, 2018

As a former M&A attorney, former Google executive, and a serial entrepreneur, I have experienced M&A from every point of view. The first and second year associates would get the task of reading through every contract the target company had entered…usually stacked in in banker’s boxes in some due diligence room.

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Harvard Business Review

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

It requires a lot of manpower to draft, execute, and improve not only the contracts themselves, but also the contracting processes and the transactions these contracts govern. Being able to identify and extract key data points helps firms organize and execute contracts as well. Indeed, Professor Gillian K.

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Harvard Business Review

JULY 11, 2017

Few executives appear prepared for the challenges of digital M&A. When we recently interviewed top M&A executives in Europe about their experience, fully three-quarters of them said that digital disruption has had a relatively large impact or even requires a complete overhaul of their M&A strategy.

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Harvard Business Review

FEBRUARY 17, 2014

As a VC, you need to conduct due diligence on companies. Executives’ Biggest Productivity Challenges, Solved. I think anything I’m losing by “not being in the mix with masses of people” is being gained through deeper thought on the things I’m working on. Not really. Thriving at the Top.

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Harvard Business Review

APRIL 10, 2017

You must also “do your due diligence,” on the organization and its people to make a sound judgment on whether you will enjoy working there, notes Weiss. “If due diligence tells you that you should not take the job, listen.” Cultural fit. Ask yourself, “Is this a place where I will be happy?

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Harvard Business Review

MAY 16, 2018

With asset prices at record levels, careful due diligence is more critical than ever. As acquisitions become more unconventional, and their stakes continue to rise, companies will find that their outcomes hinge on strong competencies in due diligence and post-merger integration. What will it cost to make it all happen?

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Harvard Business Review

AUGUST 11, 2017

Evaluating leadership capital has always been a critical component of due diligence for deal teams. Many LCPs are either conducting this work themselves, or they are responsible for vetting and managing external due diligence consultants to oversee this work.

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Harvard Business Review

MARCH 25, 2013

Jack Ma , the founder and long-time CEO of Chinese web company, Alibaba , recently announced that he is stepping down as CEO, and now we have learned that Jonathan Lu Zhaoxi will become chief executive of the company in May. Alibaba is an incredible success story. The company began in 1999 and last year had estimated revenues of $40 billion.

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Harvard Business Review

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

Four things are required: Do deeper due diligence. Find out how they made it work and double down on the due diligence. I work with executives around the globe; so being on Telepresence and Webex is a natural way we communicate. How do you make virtual teams the rule rather than the exception? You and Your Team.

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Harvard Business Review

APRIL 22, 2014

General Electric’s corporate business development group (about a dozen professionals) is bigger than the entire executive team in many midsized companies. These executives understand the firm’s culture and have working relationships with the key functional and line executives who are crucial to integrating the target company’s team smoothly.

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