N2Growth Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

The traditional model of long-serving executives has shifted, giving way to a more dynamic environment where factors like performance, industry disruptions, and stakeholder expectations play significant roles. In recent years, the duration of C-suite executives’ tenures has become a subject of growing interest and discussion.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

The Value of Executive Leadership Team Coaching in Today’s Business Landscape In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the value of executive leadership team coaching cannot be understated. Strong leadership has never been more crucial as organizations face an increasingly complex and volatile environment.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2020

A fter reading Gartner’s report on How to Build Leadership Bench Strength , these are my conclusions: HR already invests 23% of its Training and Development budget in Leadership and 27% on the high potential professionals. When the business environment in which leaders and organizations must operate has changed considerably.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

The political environment in the United States as elsewhere is driven by fear-based narratives. Leadership is about hope. These foundational leadership skills will make all aspiring executives more effective in their roles today and lift the trajectory of their careers. And that feeds our approach in society at large.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

They understand the unique pressures and demands of leadership positions and can provide tailored guidance to help executives develop the skills and competencies needed to succeed. Board advisor coaching provides executives with a safe and supportive environment to reflect on their strengths, weaknesses, and blind spots.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 22, 2024

As an executive leadership coach, I’ve witnessed the profound impact of talent development in an increasingly uncertain world. In today’s business environment, the only constant is change, and being equipped to navigate the unpredictable is essential. Experiential Empathy: Empathy is a cornerstone of effective leadership.

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Lead from Within

MAY 24, 2023

As an executive leadership coach, my clients often ask me what skills are necessary for effective leadership today and in the future. They will be needed to thrive in a constantly changing organizational environment. They will be needed to thrive in a constantly changing organizational environment.

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 27, 2024

Businesses must adapt to survive and thrive, whether driven by technological advancements, economic shifts, or global crises. Building resilience into the fabric of the organization is essential for weathering uncertainty and sustaining long-term success. In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, change is inevitable.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Insurance executives face unique challenges and opportunities with emerging technologies, including AI, evolving regulatory environments, and global economic uncertainties. Insurance executives must possess diverse skills and qualities to excel in this dynamic environment.

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CO2

JANUARY 2, 2024

Navigating Leadership in a Diverse Industrial Landscape The Twin Cities, encompassing Minneapolis and St. Paul in Minnesota, showcase a diverse array of industries from healthcare to technology, setting a dynamic stage for both leadership development in Minneapolis-St.

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Experience to Lead

JANUARY 29, 2024

If there’s one thing that is certain in a business environment, it’s that change is inevitable. From the 2008 global financial crisis to the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing, devastating effects of war and conflict, real leadership is required to navigate these challenging times. What is VUCA Leadership?

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Leading Blog

MAY 12, 2021

A S WE finally start to see the light at the end of the tunnel of the catastrophic COVID-19 pandemic, many business leaders are looking for ways to better anticipate future disruptions and prepare for uncertainty ahead. Scenarios provide longer-term, multiple futures based on unknown risks and uncertainties (e.g., the results of a U.S.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 7, 2020

Welcome to the April 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. Paula Kiger of Big Green Pen shared Overcome social distance with empathy in leadership.

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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. It is exciting what the team has established, including the ability for our U.S.-based

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CO2

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Modern Leadership Development In our rapidly transforming business environment, the caliber of leadership can be the defining factor in an organization’s success. This guide aims to be an invaluable resource for professionals striving for excellence in leadership and looking for skills enhancement.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 24, 2019

In the same way, digital disruption is not about the technology as much as it is about how companies can make their way through the new competitive environment they find themselves in. Digital disruption is more about the people than it is the technology. What About Leadership? Digital Maturity. But what is different?

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CO2

JANUARY 2, 2024

Navigating Leadership in a Diverse Industrial Landscape The Twin Cities, encompassing Minneapolis and St. Paul, showcase a diverse array of industries from healthcare to technology, setting a dynamic stage for both leadership development in Minneapolis-St. Integrating Sustainability into Leadership Development in Minneapolis-St.

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Great Results Team Building

OCTOBER 12, 2023

And, while I speak about Leadership and Workplace Culture, I realize that other topics are timely and meaningful based on an organization’s specific situation. And it is an article I will continue to update – Because at every event I get the opportunity to meet and see new speakers that might be a great fit for past clients of mine.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

A university president must naturally possess strong leadership qualities, a deep understanding of academia, and the ability to navigate the complex landscape and politics of higher education and related public and private sector partnerships.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 7, 2014

One thing is for sure – we’ll all be better off when leaders stop trying to manage a crisis and become more proficient at crisis leadership. In his latest book Hacking Leadership , Mike Myatt explains how aligning organizational purpose with strategic imperatives and operational focus is the key to exceptional performance.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Different from experiments that “reveal immediate internal features of a complex system, scenarios explore where the internal organization meets the external environment, where uncertainties lurk beyond anyone’s control.”. We can develop scenarios to “identify and test how and where the future and the present meet.”

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 30, 2021

Good leadership skills may differ across businesses, yet few of these skills prepared leaders to manage the turmoil over the past year. Gone are the days of equating winning only with profit and equating leadership only with assertiveness. Ideas of what constitutes a good leader have changed in the pandemic world, for the better.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 18, 2019

In Creative Construction , Gary Pisano says that when big organizations fail to innovate, the root cause is often related to “management practice and leadership than with organizational scale per se.” When faced with a potential threat of technology or business model disruption, you need to consider two things.

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Experience to Lead

MAY 30, 2023

In a world that grows more complex every day, executives often face scrutiny as they lead through uncertainty. 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.

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HR Digest

JULY 29, 2023

As we look ahead to 2023, the landscape of work is continuously evolving, shaped by technological advancements, changing workforce demographics, and a global pandemic. The Importance of Human Leadership The new age of work requires empathetic, adaptive, and authentic leaders who can navigate the complexities of the workplace.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Daisley draws on insights from a range of researcher and experts to identify three themes for creating happier work environments: Recharge. If you can make some things less urgent, you’re being more honest with yourself and helping to create a better working environment for everyone else.” And it shows. Take time to reflect.

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HR Digest

JANUARY 12, 2024

These spaces prioritize social connection and collaboration, fostering an environment where ideas can flourish untethered. This could include implementing business positions around improved DEI and ESG, as well as the integration of new technology like AI. In their place, a vibrant landscape of fluid, configurable spaces emerges.

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Experience to Lead

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The rapid pace of change, technological disruptions, global competition, and shifting consumer expectations have created a dynamic and often unpredictable business landscape. In this environment, the need for high-performing leaders has never been more pressing. What is High-Performance Leadership?

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2019

When he took over as CEO in 2005, he laid out three strategic priorities saying it should be about the future, not the past : Recommit to the concept that quality matters, embrace technology instead of fighting it, and think bigger—think global—and turn Disney into a stronger brand in international markets. Be decent to people.

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Experience to Lead

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Let’s explore why leadership development is important, as well as the benefits and challenges of effective leadership development. Defining Leadership Development In simple terms, leadership development is a set of activities that equip current and future leaders with the tools they need to perform effectively in their roles.

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CO2

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

This is where business coaching and leadership development emerges as not just a support system, but a critical investment in the future of your company. It’s a journey where coaches, with their expertise and experience, help you navigate the complexities of business decisions, strategy formulation, and personal leadership development.

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HR Digest

JANUARY 11, 2024

Amidst the complexities of leadership challenges, the unique insights contributed by Anthony Horton, Stephanie Neal, and Chris McCarthy add a compelling layer to the unfolding narrative. But the culprit isn’t work emails or late-night coding sprints.

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Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 29, 2020

The following 10 leadership and business book authors recently answered this question for me: Question: While we surely will find ourselves challenged by COVID-19 in the foreseeable future, what is the most important thing a leader can do as they lead their business/organization? and Ignite Your Leadership Expertise.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 5, 2019

O NE OF the unfortunate side effects of living in an age of accelerating technology is having to deal with increased uncertainty. When faced with uncertainty, how should leaders react? You can, however, embrace uncertainty by adjusting your views as new information becomes available. Take, for example, Rasmus Ankersen.

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CO2

JULY 25, 2019

By: Gary Cohen Today’s business environment is VUCA. It’s an acronym that stands for Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity. VUCA Defined Within a VUCA environment, leaders shouldn’t presume that order can be easily created, maintained, restored, or even ascertained. What is VUCA? That should come as no surprise.

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Eric Jacobson

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

The following 10 leadership and business book authors answered this question for me: Question: While we surely will find ourselves challenged by COVID-19 in the foreseeable future, what is the most important thing a leader can do as they lead their business/organization? and Ignite Your Leadership Expertise.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JULY 30, 2020

The continuing advancement and convergence of artificial intelligence, bio-technology, nanotechnology, virtual and augmented reality, quantum computing, and Big Data will automate millions of jobs in the United States. I believe we humans will need to excel at doing something valuable that the technology itself will not be able to do well.

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