N2Growth Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

This evolution is not just valuable; it’s vital; the expanding global marketplace and the relentless march of technological innovation have made the old models of leadership development ineffectual and obsolete. Forward-thinking organizations are now leveraging new tools and platforms to accelerate this kind of development.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 15, 2024

Your ability to help your organization and teams make effective decisions is a competitive advantage and rare leadership skill. Three questions will help energize and clarify your decision making process. To make the best decision, make sure to include people who the decision affects in the process. You don’t need everyone.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

The Importance of Finding Innovators in the Life Sciences Industry In today’s rapidly evolving life sciences industry, finding innovators has become critical for organizations seeking to stay ahead of the curve. Finding innovators in the life sciences industry The importance of innovative leadership cannot be overstated.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

Understanding the Difference: Defining Coaching and Consulting Defining Coaching and Consulting requires a clear understanding of the roles and purposes they serve within organizations. Coaching is a collaborative process focused on individual development and improvement.

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Leading Blog

MAY 5, 2023

We now have the opportunity to deal with new realities, but that calls for an entirely new approach to half-century-old strategic processes. Which Practices to Jettison The poorest-run organizations refuse to fire people. Yet terminating poor performers is a service to the performer as much as to the organization.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 8, 2021

T HE potential for innovation exists within our organizations. How do you make innovation as natural as eating and sleeping? And that doesn’t begin by copying the relics of highly innovative companies. Their definition of innovation is “ something different that creates value.” Innovators ask, “What if?” “Is

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Leading Blog

JULY 25, 2019

Established organizations of a certain size and age, sometimes called “legacy organizations,” are stressed by the entrepreneurial successes. The bad news for established organizations is that innovation for them is much more difficult than it is for startups. The Three Tracks of Innovation. All three are important.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 12, 2019

In the years leading up to 2018, I have spent my time bringing innovation to the financial services space. As such it is all about innovation. And now, from a distance, my optimism regarding the sector’s ability to innovate and capture opportunities has not changed. Let’s study a bit about Innovation.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Developing an AI-ready organization is not merely a choice but a necessity to stay competitive and relevant. In this blog post, we will explore the critical importance of fostering an environment that embraces AI, highlighting how it can drive innovation, efficiency, and sustainable growth.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Effective leadership is vital in finance and is crucial in guiding organizations toward success in a rapidly changing business landscape. Finance leaders are responsible for setting the vision and strategy of an organization, as well as building and leading high-performing teams.

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Lead from Within

MAY 17, 2024

In the world of corporate hierarchies, top-heavy organizations often take center stage. While top-heavy organizations may seem efficient on the surface, there are several hidden flaws that often go unnoticed. Communication Bottlenecks: In top-heavy organizations, communication can become a bottleneck.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing business environment, building a resilient organization is more critical than ever. The ability to anticipate, prepare for, respond to, and adapt to disruptions is a key factor in ensuring your organization’s long-term success.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 28, 2024

Research from Kühne Logistics University examines how well this decentralized decision-making process worked and the role of hierarchies. This effect was more pronounced for highly innovative ideas. To make the most of internal crowdfunding, companies should carefully plan the process and adapt it to their needs.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2020

And what happens when said hospital is a major global expansion of the world-famous, highly innovative Cleveland Clinic? In Dr. Suri’s view, this is the only way to facilitate a culture of continuous learning and results–on the road to creating a brand new ‘innovation factory.’ ’ Let’s take a step back.

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Leading Blog

MAY 16, 2020

Technology is the raw material that 21st-century innovators need to build new business capabilities, to develop exciting new products and services, and to create workarounds for the physical distancing measures we will likely endure for the foreseeable future. I NNOVATION has always been important. New technology will change the way we work.

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Great Results Team Building

JULY 19, 2023

And the most Effective Leaders follow a repeatable, step-by-step process for clarifying and solving the right problem, emphasizing the importance of writing down and agreeing on the problem, acknowledging distracting assumptions, listing possible causes through diverse perspectives, and gaining support for implementing the solution.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

As organizations increasingly rely on technology to drive growth and innovation, the role of digital leaders has become paramount. As technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, it becomes imperative for organizations to adapt and leverage digital strategies to stay competitive.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 25, 2019

Creating psychological safety is essential in a world where innovation, integrity, and renewal can make the difference between success and failure. In The Fearless Organization , Amy Edmondson explains what psychological safety is and what it isn’t and how we can create in our organizations. It’s not a natural process.

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 27, 2024

Researchers at Bocconi University suggest that informal groups, working together in areas with tough competition and poor resource management, could be the solution to creating innovation hubs. These hubs, or innovation ecosystems, bring together government, universities, and others to boost innovation and commercialize key technologies.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 16, 2024

One of their primary responsibilities is to develop and execute effective procurement strategies that align with the organization’s overall business objectives. By utilizing this knowledge, the CPO can streamline procurement processes, cut costs, and create value for the organization.

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The Horizons Tracker

JANUARY 25, 2024

While it may seem intuitive that technology should enable innovation, Cisco’s State of Global Innovation research suggests that the reverse is often the case. It does suggest that technology teams need to do a better job in supporting innovation, however.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

E VERYONE WANTS to be an innovator. Every organization wants to be innovative; it doesn’t matter if it’s a church, a for-profit or non-profit business, or a government agency. To not be innovative is to risk being left behind. But how many of us are truly innovative? How does work get done in your organization?

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Lead from Within

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Great leaders are essential for the success of any organization. But how do the best organizations develop great leaders? Through the following strategies: Identifying and promoting potential leaders: The best organizations have a system in place for identifying and promoting potential leaders.

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Michael Lee Stallard

APRIL 3, 2021

According to a World Bank analysis, innovation is on the decline. Given innovation’s role in moving organizations and society forward, what can we do to encourage it? One way to foster innovation is to encourage connection in our work cultures. Photo by Johannes Plenio on Unsplash.

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Mike Cardus

MAY 15, 2022

There is an interesting belief, and bias within organizations and the people who work within them, especially those in leadership positions who want to create an air of certainty and control: Hindsight bias is the common tendency for people to perceive past events as having been more predictable than they were.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Understanding the Importance of Proactive Succession Planning Proactive succession planning is pivotal for an organization’s sustainability and long-term growth. Carefully cultivating a pool of able leaders within the organization drastically reduces the risks associated with unexpected vacancies.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 1, 2024

The Role that Executive Search Plays in Effective Nonprofit Organizations Executive search is essential for the success of large nonprofit organizations. These leaders should have strongly aligned motivations, a deep commitment to the organization’s mission, and a passion for it.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 24, 2024

Identifying the Key Qualities and Skills of an Effective Nonprofit CEO Nonprofit organizations thrive under the guidance of exceptional CEOs who possess a unique set of qualities and skills. A successful CEO should also have a clear vision for the organization and be able to communicate and execute it effectively.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 22, 2024

The Importance of Leadership Excellence in Organizations Effective leadership is the driving force behind an organization’s success, helping to steer it toward its goals and navigate the complexities of the market.

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Leading Blog

MAY 6, 2024

Some 83 percent of organizations worldwide claim AI is a top priority for their business. The simple truth is if you don’t update your business processes to reap the rewards of growth, quality, or both that AI brings, your competitor will. Some 54 percent of organizations say AI has been cost-effective for their business operations.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

These changes necessitate a keen understanding of the current landscape to successfully navigate the complexities and ensure organizations’ continued operations and survival. Leadership transitions can pose a major challenge to any organization, especially in a turbulent environment.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The Importance of Effective Leadership in Nonprofits Effective leadership is vital for the success and sustainability of any organization – no less for nonprofit organizations. Nonprofit organizations often operate in dynamic environments where they must continuously respond to evolving needs and trends.

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Mark Sanborn

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Over two decades of research and observations have revealed the key factors that enable the best organizations to succeed and dominate. Adaptability and Agility The 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic have tested organizations’ resilience. Establishing open communication channels within organizations is critical.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

In this ever-evolving landscape, understanding the evolution of the IT industry becomes crucial for organizations and professionals alike. A strong north wind has rapidly shaped the industry’s evolution through innovation. One of the most crucial skills for future tech leaders is adaptability.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Robust supply chain leadership ensures effective oversight and management of the end-to-end supply chain processes, from procurement to delivery. Effective leaders in this space have the ability to optimize supply chain operations, streamline processes, and identify cost-saving opportunities.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

The Transformation From Words to Actions Transitioning from voicing commitments to equality to taking demonstrable actions is a complex process. Organizations often voice lofty ideals as a part of their branding efforts, but tangible progress comes when concrete measures are followed.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The inclusion of women in such roles not only brings valuable perspectives and skills but also has a significant impact on organizations and society. Improved Decision-Making: Gender diversity in boards and leadership teams leads to more effective decision-making processes. However, progress in this direction has been slow.

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