N2Growth Blog

JULY 25, 2022

Make an honest assessment of the complexity of your portfolio company business model and value proposition, size of business, size of an organization, and sales process before you lock into tight parameters for the role. If the position is operational, hire an operations manager and a finance head. . Realize that P.E.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 19, 2021

your role shifts toward, “Let’s get our best people on the project. Harvard’s Bill George says, “…if we believe that leadership is just about getting others to follow us and do our bidding as we climb the organization ladder, we risk being derailed.”. An organization had to lay off a third of its workers.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 17, 2014

Organizations have many walls that hamper culture, development, and operations. Follow Paul. Follow Jim. Follow Mary Jo. Follow Julie. Follow John. Follow Abby. Follow Dan. But that strategy is dead letter unless you put it into action with projects. Follow Bruce.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2018

Businesses simply have run out of time to embark on multi-year transformation projects – that window has closed. In the text that follows, I’ll provide you with 4 constructs to help you evolve your thinking around digital transformation. The best companies don’t play catch-up – they leap-frog.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

In the words of Robert Anderson and William Adams, authors of Scaling Leadership , “We are running an Internal Operating System that is not complex enough for the complexity we face. How do you show up as a leader? In their study, High-Creative leaders consistently demonstrated the following 10 strengths.

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 6, 2021

” Follow Julie on Twitter at @julie_wg. ” Follow David on Twitter at @ThoughtPartner. With TRY Courage, the courage of first attempts, the underlying risk is that your actions end up in?icting ” Follow Bill on Twitter at @btreasurer. ” Follow them on Twitter at @letsgrowleaders.

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Mike Cardus

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

The client brought up to five whys. To begin with, this behind me is a frame that originated from a book called Toyota Kata and starts with the following process. How the individual situation, process structure ought to be operating, and what those aspirations look like. Where are the needs of the project or team?

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 16, 2017

Next month’s Frontline Festival follows up on this month’s with a theme all about growth and change. If you find yourself on a dysfunctional team, or just want to get a new team off to a great start, ask yourself the following three questions from Susan Mazza of Random Acts of Leadership. Follow Susan.

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Terry Starbucker

NOVEMBER 20, 2016

And who should be the one sorting it all out for an organization and/or team pushing for greatness? For as George Washington said, “ We must consult our means rather than our wishes” Set them too conservatively, and a false sense of security, stagnation, and a culture of mediocracy are sure to follow. YOU, the leader. .

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The Practical Leader

AUGUST 4, 2021

Getting your leadership team away from daily operations for a few days of reflection and planning is incredibly effective. Here are a few typical retreat objectives: Strategic planning to frame budgets and operational plans/priorities. Re-energize and refocus the leadership team so they can mobilize the organization.

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QAspire

OCTOBER 31, 2010

Home Go to QAspire.com Guest Posts Disclaimer Thoughts on Project Leadership and Choices I love project management as a subject not only because it gets so much work done, but also because project management manifests how people operate. I have written before that Projects are a great opportunity to practice leadership.

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The Practical Leader

MARCH 17, 2021

A reader posted a comment asking if it’s realistic to expect to change the culture of large organizations, especially “mature ones with profound legacies and cultural liabilities.” ” Expecting to change a culture of any size organization is quite realistic. Monitor, follow up, and adjust implementation plans.

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HR Digest

JUNE 12, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly revolutionizing the field of human resources (HR), bringing about significant changes in the way businesses operate. By relieving HR professionals of these mundane responsibilities, they can focus on strategic initiatives that add more value to the organization.

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Tanveer Naseer

JUNE 27, 2017

The following is a guest piece by R. And what we’ve learned over the last twenty-five years of implementing change projects is that the work doesn’t end when you’ve reached your goal. To generate lift and sustain change, engage in the following disciplines which are designed to ensure your success. Kendall Lyman and Tony C.

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Organizations need the right amount of cash to meet both short-term and long-term needs without high risks of ruining their businesses. It’s also the measurement of the liquidity, efficiency of operations, and overall financial health of a business entity. Many, if not most, businesses need money to develop, survive, and grow.

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The Empowered Buisness

APRIL 6, 2014

How Can Your Mental Maps Cause BIG Trouble to Your Organization? While your leadership mental maps can actually create many problems in your organization, let’s look at 2 common examples. Projecting outside circumstances (eg., That’s not to negate that economic downturns exist and can impact how a company operates and grows.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 13, 2021

T AKING ON A POSITION of leadership comes with assuming risk, encountering organizational challenges, and being a moral role model for an organization. Leaders who have led organizations for almost any period of time all have one thing in common. He fired up a Huey helicopter. Character is the foundation of leadership.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JUNE 5, 2021

Today, with the International Space Station in operation and anticipation of a multi-year human mission into deep space, protecting astronauts from the negative effects of disconnection and isolation has become an issue of greater interest to NASA scientists. That sets them up for other issues. I should’ve eased into it.”.

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2017

That is, unless you rely on the following little-known productivity tips for anyone occupying a leadership position: Drop the 9-to-5. This is because I’ve discovered something called bullet journaling, which is an addictive, entirely analog way to keep your notes, thoughts and to-do list organized. Still working strict hours each day?

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The Practical Leader

JUNE 14, 2023

Leaders wanting to focus their organization on boosting service/quality performance stand at a critical crossroad, choosing which road will take them to that higher ground. With a sinking feeling, leaders watch a few organizations struggling up the cultural change road far above. But soon, the pavement turns into a dirt track.

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Mike Cardus

NOVEMBER 7, 2011

This gap was identified as leading to the following concerns; High turnover rates amongst front-line employees, the direct subordinates of the managers – ~28% which was higher than average for this company. Dimension Time Cost Operator. The DTC Operator can work to release Psychological Inertia. The DTC Operator Algorithm.

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 22, 2020

On one occasion, a group of us were working on a national project to improve call center productivity. As things you routinely encounter in the institutions, organizations, and structures in which you participate? I’m certain about not being racist.”. Ah, how our brains love certainty. Oxford Reference. Encyclopedia Britannica.

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Mike Cardus

APRIL 25, 2011

Recently I was sent an email from a past client, asking me for some advice, team building activities and programmatic ideas about developing programs for change within an organization. The follow-up reported the project is operating fully and the resistance has been minimal. Solutions Future Focus Process.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2022

When the book project started in 1978, the U.S. They believed if the characteristics of excellent companies could be identified and shared with corporate America, more organizations could perform better and lift the country out of its doldrums. It became required reading in business school classes. Love and greed.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

This one suggestion will help you reduce the volume in your inbox and free up time for more important needs.” ” Follow Chip on Twitter at @ChipRBell. ” Follow Steve on Twitter at @SteveDigioia. ” Follow Joel on Twitter at @JoelGarfinkle. ” Follow Ken on Twitter at @RapidStartLdr.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

This is the magic of a well-structured onboarding programs, and it’s within reach for any organizations, big or small. Onboarding new employees is a vital process for any organization, marking the beginning of an employee’s journey. Every organization has its unique processes, culture, and requirements. What is Onboarding?

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

The following post is a preview excerpt from “ Up is Not the Only Way: Rethinking Career Mobility ” by Beverly Kaye, Lindy Williams, and Lynn Cowart, with permission from Berrett-Koehler Publishers (2017). Organizations began to weigh breadth of experience against depth of expertise during talent reviews.

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Mike Cardus

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Often used by people within positions of power within organizations, these clichés support control, group cohesion, or an agenda. ironically) “Just follow the protocol.” That’s a decision for the higher-ups.” Organizations can use such phrases to curb dissent, cultivate an “us versus them” approach, and deflect responsibility.

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Tanveer Naseer

MAY 29, 2018

The following is a guest piece by Chris Dyer. Both of those actions put companies in control—they command how they are perceived by employees, who then internalize and project this image. By allowing your company culture to project it. Showcase their art or their volunteer organizations at informal events.

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Change Starts Here

APRIL 14, 2011

You have gained leadership support, started implementing your project, and people are actually participating! The project is really humming along, getting some results, but you still have a nagging feeling that if you let go, everything would go back to the way it was. Move away from talking about the change as a separate project.

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Modern Servant Leader

DECEMBER 15, 2023

You could easily use Google’s Bard , or Google’s Gemini project , when available, as well. Sample Prompt: Translate the following text into French, German, and Spanish. Sample Prompt: Review the tone of the following text and suggest adjustments for a more positive delivery: 1.3. Ask AI for a list of suggestions.

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Mike Cardus

NOVEMBER 27, 2010

Design by 12GrainStudio Team Building & Leadership Process for a Retail Operation; New Product Launch Saturday, November 27th, 2010 Posted by: mike Team Building & Leadership process that was created for a retail organization that was preparing for a new product launch. Powered by WordPress.

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Leaders of small and medium size businesses (SMBs) often think their size lets them operate under the radar, as less attractive targets to bad guys. And, sadly, the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) reports that 60 percent of small companies are unable to sustain their business more than six months following a cyberattack.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 22, 2014

Or, if you are responsible for managing Solopreneur projects, how can you be sure that the work will increase impact and productivity? These questions are some that leaders everywhere must consider on a more frequent basis with greater purpose in mind if they are really focused on providing greater impact across their organizations. .

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 24, 2016

The term “drive performance” is popular in a bottom-line, transactional world made up of managers and executives who lead through their positional authority. A leader inspires and encourages excellent performance, and followers attribute authority to those they trust. After all, they signed up for this.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

APRIL 11, 2012

There are very few leadership experiences that will help you to dig deeper into who you are and how you show up than leading a large change effort. A company I worked at had several simultaneous large change efforts going on following two large mergers. The project was a disaster. The human toll of disenchantment was huge.

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 23, 2013

Over the past two decades, technology has advanced exponentially; and with that burgeoning growth, IT organizations have seen tremendous expansion. As the IT industry continues to evolve, the question becomes more relevant: how does one build an IT organization that is both impactful and lasting?

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