N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The Strategic Advantage of Executive Leadership Team Evaluations & Assessments Executive leadership team evaluations provide a critical strategic advantage for organizations. One of the key benefits of team assessments is their ability to uncover the hidden dynamics within a leadership team.

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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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Hacker Earth Developers Blog

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Remote Work Culture: ‘Cultural Fit’ Hiring. Unfortunately, far too many companies end up with teams that look and act in much the same way. Every organization would say they want to hire according to merit. ’ When companies hire for ‘cultural fit,’ they’re doing the same thing on an organizational level.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

By conducting regular evaluations, companies can gain valuable insights into the performance and effectiveness of their board members, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes. This process enhances board accountability, fosters a culture of continuous improvement, and drives organizational success.

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Erik Bernhardsson

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Some of the advice is timeless, for instance the section about “General interference with Organizations and Production”: Insist on doing everything through “channels” Never permit short-cuts to be taken in order to expedite decisions. Develop incredibly detailed “strategic” plans. Pivot frequently.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 13, 2024

These competencies include strategic foresight, decision-making capabilities, and the ability to manage, inspire, and empower teams. Through this process, leaders can ensure that their leadership styles are aligned with the organization’s objectives, resulting in accelerated business growth.

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CIO

MARCH 8, 2024

The organization, which started with a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and about four or five employees, has since grown into a global nonprofit with more than 1,500 change leaders, universities, companies, nonprofits, and government organizations on board.

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Xebia

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Many teams are using Atlassian’s JIRA as an issue tracker, which then becomes a valuable source of information for their daily operations. As a team leader utilizing JIRA, you probably have employed JIRA dashboards to monitor the status of work, usually in context of a (release) planning. “won’t fix”).

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

These evaluations delve deep into the proficiencies and potential of executives, enabling organizations to craft a detailed understanding of each leader’s abilities. This process is instrumental in pinpointing leadership strengths, critical for making strategic decisions in executive placements and development programs.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Understanding the Role of Executive Coachee Programs in Enhancing Leadership Performance Executive coachee programs are crucial in enhancing leadership performance among top executives in today’s competitive corporate landscape. These programs offer numerous benefits that can significantly enhance leadership performance.

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CIO

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Business leaders expect IT to develop new products, improve customer experiences, automate workflows, and deliver new artificial intelligence capabilities. Many IT teams use agile methodologies to iteratively deliver feature-rich releases, improve capabilities, address technical debt, and experiment with emerging technologies.

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CIO

MARCH 27, 2023

Chief data and analytics officers (CDAOs) are poised to be of increasing strategic importance to their organizations, but many are struggling to make headway, according to data presented last week by Gartner at the Gartner Data & Analytics Summit 2023. But that’s not helping move the value of the organization as a business forward.”

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Executive management coaching goes beyond traditional training and development programs by offering personalized guidance and support tailored to the specific needs of each leader. Furthermore, executive coaching enables leaders to optimize their performance, build resilience, and adapt to ever-changing business demands.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

As a trusted advisor and expert in leadership development, I have witnessed first-hand how these services have transformed organizations into powerhouses of success. Instead, organizations recognize the importance of a holistic approach incorporating key principles and strategies to achieve sustainable success.

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CIO

JULY 28, 2023

The ability to pivot fast and hyperfocus are strengths, not weaknesses, and a leader that can do both effectively is an asset, not a liability. If organizations can meet neurodiverse people where they are, the combination can be incredibly effective. But doing so may require some changes in approach.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 18, 2024

As an experienced talent leader in professional services and executive search, and having come from years of experience working within and advising in the sector, I know how crucial attracting top talent is for life sciences organizations, especially those at the growth stage. And, of course, a comprehensive talent acquisition plan is vital.

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CIO

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

It’s no longer a question of whether organizations are moving to the cloud but rather how well it’s going. Companies may have had highly detailed migration or execution plans, but many failed to develop a point of view on the role of cloud in the enterprise. This makes cloud costs a target for finance teams and executives.”

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OverOps

JUNE 4, 2019

In a previous post , we looked at the magnitude and impact of the soaring cost of poor software quality in the US and where those hidden costs are typically found. We now turn our attention to what you, as a leader in your organization, can do about it. We use that same formula for the Cost of Software Quality.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 1, 2016

10 Signs Your Company Culture Needs a Fix. There is little doubt that the best performing firms on the planet have exciting and healthy cultures – think Google, Southwest and Nike – while other organizations seem to be in a constant state of struggle to reach their full potential.

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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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CIO

MAY 15, 2024

And the performance gap between open source models and their closed, commercial alternatives is narrowing, he adds. Not only are they catching up to proprietary models in performance, but some offer levels of transparency that closed source can’t match, he says. “Because they’re open source, it’s easy to do that and swap them out.”

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CIO

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

And how well an IT leader deals with and orchestrates vendor relationships can mean the difference between a well-organized and efficient IT operation and a mess that costs an organization millions of dollars without delivering positive results. When it comes to IT vendors, a bad match can mean disaster.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Harnessing Executive Leadership Team Coaching for Competitive Edge In a business world where the only constant is change, nurturing robust leadership has transcended from being merely advantageous to utterly essential. It inculcates a growth mindset among leaders, propelling them towards perpetual self-enhancement and openness to novel ideas.

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CIO

MAY 8, 2024

On the IT front, group CIO Marcelo Dantas and his team look after technology across the entire business, which includes product engineering, service, security and infrastructure. If you offer more to young people but don’t give an environment where they’ll thrive, it’s likely they won’t last in your organization.”

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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. However, finding the right leaders can be daunting, requiring time and resources.

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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. Navigating complex financial markets, making informed decisions, and driving profitability requires strong leadership that inspires and motivates teams to achieve their goals.

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CIO

MAY 18, 2023

For understanding teams “CTOs and CIOs who work for organizations that are struggling to deliver value sustainably will greatly benefit from reading Team Topologies: Organizing Business and Technology Teams for Fast Flow (IT Revolution Press, 2019) by Manuel Pais and Matt Skelton,” says Peter Kreslins Jr.,

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The role of a Chief People Officer (CPO) in modern organizations is crucial in driving the success of businesses. As the title suggests, the CPO is primarily responsible for overseeing the people aspects of the organization and aligning them with the overall strategic objectives.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

As a consulting professional who works with top executives in the world’s largest companies, we understand that every organization has unique needs and challenges. By taking a comprehensive assessment approach, we aim to evaluate various dimensions of C-Suite executives’ performance.

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Experience to Lead

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In the dynamic world of business, leadership feedback stands as a cornerstone for team excellence and organizational growth. Constructive critiques and affirmative recognition pave the way for heightened team morale and a company culture of continuous improvement. What is Leadership Feedback?

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CIO

DECEMBER 12, 2023

These executives can help lead their organizations toward increased efficiencies and improved performance through strategic implementation of the right products and services. They are among the most important hires organizations are making today due to the business value that successful technology deployments can bring.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The Importance of Regular Board Assessments In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, organizations must have a strong and effective board of directors. They act as a diagnostic tool, helping identify areas of strength and weakness within the board and its members.

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CIO

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

According to ISACA, 60% of organizations are struggling to retain individuals, and 62% say their teams are operating at a talent deficit. But we also have to make sure these people work well with teams and have strong ethics. Cybersecurity exposes people to the potential to do good or bad.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The Importance of Executive Coaching in Leadership Development Executive coaching is pivotal in developing leaders, allowing them to unlock their full potential and drive organizational success. Leaders who communicate their thoughts and ideas clearly and concisely can inspire and motivate their teams to achieve organizational goals.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

It helps build strong relationships with suppliers, enabling organizations to negotiate favorable terms and establish strategic partnerships for long-term success. Furthermore, successful CPOs are exceptional leaders who inspire and motivate their teams to achieve excellence.

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CIO

JANUARY 9, 2023

Now that organizations have returned to a new (somewhat) normal, CIOs appear to be focused on getting back to basics — and untangling tech debt incurred in making it through the past few years. One thing that is clear is we will need to partner and work across industries to solve truly big problems that all organizations are facing.”

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CIO

JANUARY 18, 2023

But they will also need to change how they think about hybrid work, which analyst firm Forrester characterizes as “messy” even as it says 51% of organizations are moving in this direction. CIOs supporting a hybrid mix of in-office and remote workers, and those who float between, need to implement new tools and strategies to get it right.

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