N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The Role of Executive Search Firms in the Finance Industry Executive search firms play a crucial role in the ever-evolving landscape of the finance industry. One of the key responsibilities of executive search firms is to thoroughly understand the specific needs and requirements of their finance industry clients as related to the role.

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Leading Blog

JULY 23, 2021

I F THE ADAGE “the only constant is change” described our pre-pandemic lives, “the only thing you can rely on is uncertainty” expresses our current realities. Most people grapple with multiple disruptions, from hybrid teams to restructuring, digital transformations, and mergers and acquisitions. Why Uncertainty is Difficult.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

Subsequently, the enduring ethos of service translates into an unswerving commitment to helping clients capture value from uncertainty, creating optimal conditions for growth and prosperity. The best leaders can influence their team’s behavior and work ethics, promoting a positive atmosphere that encourages productivity and innovation.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Understanding the Evolving Role of Insurance Executives in Today’s Risk Landscape The role of insurance executives has significantly changed today’s risk landscape. Insurance executives must possess diverse skills and qualities to excel in this dynamic environment.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 21, 2024

Sport executive Scott O’Neil on keeping what’s most important front and center: “What matters more than anything else to you? Your WMI might change, and it might be different for you today than three years from now, and it might be different for home with your spouse or with good friends or coaching a team.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

As a leader, having executive presence is crucial to gaining the trust and confidence of those around you. To get executive presence, you need to develop a combination of skills and qualities that enable you to effectively lead and earn the respect of others. Additionally, it’s about exuding confidence and charisma.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 13, 2024

Leadership’s Focus on Clarity Emerges as Key Antidote to Uncertainty The more challenges you face, the more clear you need to be about which problem is the most important to solve. It works at a team level too. ” His answer, figure out your ONE BIG PROBLEM TO SOLVE. Of course, this is vital advice for C-level leaders.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Want to empower your team? During times of uncertainty and change, it’s easy for your team to get lost in the chaotic swirl of indecision —to wring their hands and wait and see. It’s also the perfect time to empower your team, to step up and take the lead. Everyone had a new boss and a new team.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Executives are the best business leaders in the world. But often, these top-tier executives don’t know where to go to achieve this critical perspective and guidance at this stage in their careers. Executive coaching and talent development, in general, have been around for a few decades. What Is Executive Coaching?

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

While we often focus on well-known emotions like joy, confidence, and determination, there are several other emotions that, when nurtured, can significantly contribute to the success of your team. As a leader, it’s essential to recognize and cultivate these undervalued emotions within your team members.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Dealing with ambiguity is a competency quickly pushing its way up on the list of most wanted executive competencies, while simultaneously working its way down as a vital survival skill down the organization chart. Every manager and team member will be more effective with greater skill in this arena. It’s not easy. Start with you.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 1, 2022

Asking for a Friend: How do I Lead Well Through Uncertainty? I’m so grateful for all the authors, executives and all of you human-centered leaders joining the conversation. So many great insights about the future of work and leading well through times of uncertainty and change. . Connection matters now more than ever.

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Lead from Within

MAY 14, 2020

But history shows that all crises, whatever form they take, affect leadership and teams in much the same way. As I explain in my best-selling book The Leadership Gap: What Gets Between You and Your Greatness , in times of stress and worry your team needs a leader who is above all a navigator. Uncertainty is uncertainty.

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CO2

JUNE 12, 2020

In the last few months, the world has been learning devastating lessons from uncertainty. His prediction was rooted in a data pattern his team had researched, which showed a major global disruption every 80 years (or every 4th generation) over the past 2,000 years. The Cliff of Uncertainty.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 24, 2024

Their responsibilities do not simply involve financial growth but also include strategizing comprehensive growth plans, fostering team spirit, and driving innovation. Strong leadership skills and excellent communication abilities help in guiding their teams toward a common goal.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 25, 2024

As companies expand their operations into new markets and collaborate with diverse teams, leaders must adapt their leadership styles to accommodate different cultural perspectives. International coaching offers a unique opportunity for executives to gain exposure to various cultural perspectives and enhance their cross-cultural competence.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Adopting a curious mindset, these leaders challenge assumptions and inspire their team to do the same. Encourage Diverse Perspectives: Brilliant leaders value diverse opinions and actively request input from team members with different backgrounds and expertise. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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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. According to McKinsey’s study, it highlights the concerns of executives, with a staggering 87% believing that their organizations will face disruption due to digital trends.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 29, 2021

In this episode, David Giersdorf, a former senior executive in the global cruise, travel, and marketing services industry, gives the roadmap for leading through disruption. It’s optimistic, encouraging, and full of opportunities to help you navigate your company, career, team, and life through the fog of disruption.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

In today’s complex and rapidly changing business landscape, executives need more than technical expertise to thrive. By partnering with experienced board advisor coaches , executives gain access to invaluable insights, strategic thinking, and unbiased perspectives.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

I believe female executives will leverage lessons learned this year to emerge into 2021 stronger and more supportive, pulling more women back to organizations into leadership roles. . Female executives should be at the frontline of emerging C-suite roles. Setting the gold standard for competent executive leadership.

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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. To manage these challenges, executives are called on to adopt a long-term perspective on organizational strategy while staying in tune with the present-day needs of clients, customers and team members.

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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. It’s not uncommon for leaders to face setbacks or periods of uncertainty, but it’s how they navigate these turbulent times that truly matters. Remember, great leaders are lifelong learners.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 25, 2023

Navigating uncertainty as a CEO can be a challenging task. That’s where experienced executive leadership coaches come in. For example, a coach may help a CEO identify a gap in their leadership team or a weakness in the company’s sales strategy. With the right coach, a CEO can navigate uncertainty and achieve success.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Therefore, the key lies in leveraging technology and traditional HR acumen to formulate and execute an efficient leadership planning strategy. This process invariably fuels the grooming of future executives in line with organizational values and goals.

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CO2

JUNE 12, 2020

In the last few months, the world has been learning devastating lessons from uncertainty. His prediction was rooted in a data pattern his team had researched, which showed a major global disruption every 80 years (or every 4th generation) over the past 2,000 years.

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Eric Jacobson

MARCH 12, 2024

“Uncertainty is here to stay. You must execute with agility and learn along the way to a sustainable, successful, high-growth path. In addition, “Even though the book is written directly to the leader, going through the Survive, Reset, Thrive loop is a team activity, not an individual one,” adds Homkes.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

These challenges are brought into their highest and sharpest relief in the corner office, but they are hardly unique to chief executives. These foundational leadership skills will make all aspiring executives more effective in their roles today and lift the trajectory of their careers. Blog Post ). What helped? What didn’t?

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2021

In The Five Graces of Life and Leadership , CEO of the celebrated consulting firm Korn Ferry delivers a meaningful and thought-provoking exploration of leadership, emphasizing the five kinds of grace that leaders absolutely must have to lead their teams in today’s evolving workscape. thriving versus surviving?is

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Lead from Within

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Mental resilience: Training your mind to stay focused and positive, even in the face of stress and uncertainty, is key to mental resilience. This can involve seeking out mentors and role models, building supportive teams, and being open to learning from others. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 22, 2014

If you are responsible for leading teams, how can you be sure that the work being done throughout the day will innovatively increase impact and productivity to make tomorrow a better place? A short vernacular and dialect, the language of Performance Driven Execution speaks these six words: Novo (to make anew, change). By Damian D.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 7, 2023

As an executive leadership coach, I often guide my clients on the importance of having the right perspective as a leader. These four will help leaders and their teams do their best work. This helps leaders think more clearly, which can be crucial in times of uncertainty or high pressure.

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CO2

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Coaches help in honing your leadership skills, enabling you to lead your team more effectively, make better decisions, and create a positive work culture. Improving Communication and Team Dynamics : Effective communication and team dynamics are crucial for any successful business.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Leaders who can genuinely understand and connect with the emotions and perspectives of their team members foster an environment of trust and collaboration. To cultivate empathetic leadership, leaders should actively engage in conversations, seeking to understand the feelings and concerns of their team.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 1, 2021

Does busyness deprive you and your burnt-out team of the oxygen your talents need to catch fire? a renowned expert on resilient growth and decision making under uncertainty?shows Discover eight powerful mindset shifts that enable leaders and seekers of all ages to thrive in a time of unprecedented change and uncertainty.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 11, 2023

Weak leaders can be detrimental to people because they lack the skills and abilities to effectively lead and inspire their teams. Here are 5 warning signs that you are being led by a weak leader: Lack of clarity and direction : A weak leader may struggle to clearly communicate their vision and direction for the team.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 16, 2021

Leaders across industries face challenges posed by the remote work revolution, varying degrees of workforce risk tolerance, and seismic disruptions if the Great Resignation hits their team. Two hours before the first day started, we received word that one of our newer team members had passed away. Cultivate Curiosity. Contribute.

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