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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CIO

APRIL 25, 2023

More recently, Tesla Chairman and founder Elon Musk, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, and more than 1,100 people in the industry signed a petition calling for a six-month break from training artificial intelligence systems in order to allow for the development of shared safety protocols. Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, IT Leadership

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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. These firms’ expertise and extensive networks help organizations identify and attract top talent for critical leadership roles.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The Role of High-Impact Performance Coaching in Leadership Development of Executives Performance coaching is pivotal in developing executive leaders in today’s dynamic business environment. Leaders face an array of complex challenges, from navigating organizational change to driving innovation and performance.

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CIO

JULY 19, 2023

As software and data move to the center of a company’s products and services, the background and skills of the executive leadership team must evolve. This also means we can provide predictive maintenance solutions for other industries with connected products, like transportation and medical devices.”

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CIO

MAY 14, 2024

Reflective of Foundry’s (formerly IDG Communications) increasing commitment to the region, CIO50 is aligned to a global awards program and viewed as a mark of excellence within the enterprise. By celebrating the achievements of top CIOs, the awards inspire a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in the Saudi technology ecosystem.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

No matter how diverse your team is, your DEI efforts will fail if you don’t provide equitable programs and inclusive environments. Time and again, companies have brought me into their organization to increase diversity, without having basic policies and programs in place to support a diverse workforce.

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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. Effective Strategies for Implementing Board Advisor Coaching Board advisor coaching is a critical component of the leadership development process in organizations.

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CIO

MAY 7, 2024

Last month I had the opportunity to provide a comprehensive update on our new Broadcom Advantage Partner Program for VMware Cloud Service Provider (VCSP) partners, and since that time, the response from our partner community has been tremendous.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The Importance of Supply Chain Leadership Starts with the Chief Procurement Officer Supply chain leadership plays a pivotal role in driving organizational success and resilience in today’s dynamic business environment. One key reason why robust supply chain leadership is crucial is its impact on cost efficiency and profitability.

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CIO

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

The manufacturing industry is undergoing a renaissance, thanks in part to advances in information technology. Kim Mackenroth is vice president and global CIO of Textron, a Fortune 302 multi-industry company with around 33,000 employees worldwide. None of that could have been accomplished with the previous automotive industry approach.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

As companies strive to stay ahead of the curve and maintain a competitive edge, the need for effective leadership at the executive level becomes paramount. Executive management coaching goes beyond traditional training and development programs by offering personalized guidance and support tailored to the specific needs of each leader.

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CIO

MARCH 27, 2024

When the leadership team at Erie Insurance planned a large-scale transformation, they knew it couldn’t be an IT-only effort. My dashboard shows the progress of our modernization program and tells the board that we’ve moved the needle from A to B,” he says. But they have great communication skills, and know how to get things done.

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CIO

MARCH 14, 2024

“An MBA exposes IT leaders to critical business competencies by widening their perspective, developing leadership skills, and establishing management skills,” says Pranu Bhargava, executive vice president of technology at AllCampus, a company that partners with universities to offer online degree and certificate programs.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

The Importance of Effective Leadership in Business Schools Effective leadership is as crucial in an academic environment as in any organization, playing a vital role in shaping the institution’s culture and direction. First and foremost, a successful business dean should demonstrate real leadership capabilities.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

Understanding the Core Values of N2Growth Based in King of Prussia, PA, N2Growth is a global leadership consulting firm known for its cutting-edge developmental methodologies. Our leadership and coaching solutions are trailblazing and underpinned by a robust philosophy driven by a core set of values.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 19, 2021

Your Favorite Leadership Blog Posts So Far This Year. One of the interesting parts of being regular leadership writers (we’ve been blogging here at Let’s Grow Leaders since 2012), is to see which of our leadership blog posts resonate the most with our readers and why. We would love to hear from you. Read more here.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

Understanding the Future of Executive Development The roles within senior leadership are evolving swiftly, and so too must the models in place to prepare future captains of industry. As industries continue to advance rapidly, executive development and leadership training have become increasingly important.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 25, 2024

The Power of Culturally Diverse Perspectives: Exploring the Benefits of International Coaching in Global Leadership Mastery In today’s global business landscape, the ability to navigate and effectively lead across cultures is becoming increasingly vital for success.

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CIO

JUNE 23, 2023

I’ve been a part of large transformation programs, which has kept me motivated to see what is being created in terms of digital and technology adoption. Chowhan: Leadership positions in the area of digital transformation are always posed with challenges that demand tough decisions. Digital Transformation, Retail Industry

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CIO

MARCH 26, 2024

A troubling trend within the tech industry is coming into sharp focus: women are significantly more likely to be actively seeking new employment than their male counterparts. A new study from the tech job search platform Dice reveals that 38% of women in tech are currently engaged in a job search, compared to 30% of men.

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 23, 2024

At online MBA programs, students connect with driven peer professionals from diverse backgrounds. Developing a Strong Foundation Determining how the curriculum is delivered is essential when evaluating online accredited MBA programs. It is a valuable leadership attribute for future employers to see.

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CIO

MAY 15, 2024

So if we can see the data behind low appointment times, we can create incentive programs to book those slow times. We’ve also set the expectation that if you’re in a leadership role, you need capabilities that are beyond your functional job description, including program management, financial acumen, and data literacy.

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CIO

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Not surprisingly, Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliance is crucially important. This begins with having the right goal for a PCI DSS compliance program, Philipsen notes. Updating the PCI DSS is likewise critical. Slated to go into effect after the current PCI DSS version 3.2.1

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CIO

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Despite a recent push to address diversity issues in IT, the industry as a whole has a long way to go. These organizations focus on helping everyone from young adults to seasoned pros break into the tech industry, grow their careers, and find the guidance they need to be successful — all the way up to the C-suite.

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CIO

JANUARY 23, 2023

The tech industry has long been known for its lack of diversity and, as a result, there’s been a big push for companies to take DEI strategies seriously. The report also found that diverse management increases revenue by 19% and gender-diverse companies report performing 15% higher financial returns than the industry median.

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CIO

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Despite a recent push to address diversity issues in IT, data shows that Black professionals still face an uphill battle in the tech industry, receiving less recognition, opportunity, and acceptance than non-Black peers. To advance their careers and earn more pay, Black talent in the tech industry move employers every 3.5

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CIO

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

For women who aspire to leadership roles in IT, the climb to the top can be particularly arduous — and lonely. This colleague, and early mentor, advised McKay to explore a career in technology, so McKay enrolled in a Microsoft certification program, planning to work a service desk job while completing law school. Lauderdale City of Ft.

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CIO

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

But we are not the only industry with a talent gap. The medical industry, for example, is facing a shortage of more than 10 million physicians worldwide 3. Industry associations provide another mechanism that can help us connect and assess the skills of individuals, as do community colleges. million or 3.5

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CIO

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

SAP will leverage client success stories to influence and drive RISE adoption Over the past three years, SAP has set the stage for RISE and GROW with SAP, obtaining a certain degree of adoption by industry. But referenceable flagship implementations across industries are limited, particularly at the enterprise customer level.

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CIO

JANUARY 15, 2024

Those challenges have IT leaders sharpening existing skills and developing new ones as ways to improve their leadership style, while others are exploring new opportunities or expanding work responsibilities to grow their executive profiles. Claffey Jr., CIO of Central Connecticut State University. For example, Claffey Jr.

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CIO

MAY 15, 2024

In the first few years, they programmed modules for financial accounting, purchasing, inventory management, order receipt, material planning, and invoicing and auditing. Earlier this year, Klein announced a comprehensive restructuring program to direct the group more toward cloud and AI, which Plattner backs.

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Experience to Lead

APRIL 24, 2023

Women’s leadership programs have been a crucial topic in recent years, with much discourse over their effectiveness in the workplace. On one hand, women-focused programs provide the skills, community support and resources women need to succeed in leadership roles.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 22, 2024

It delves into the complex layers of leadership, team building, strategy formation, decision-making, and emotional intelligence. Here is where executive coaching comes into play – stepping up as a catalyst that bolsters these skills and fosters an environment for continuous leadership development.

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CIO

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Despite all that, CIOs should add generative AI initiatives to the much longer secondary list of transformation programs. As every CIO can attest, the aggregate demand for IT and data capabilities is straining their IT leadership teams. Luckily, many are expanding budgets to do so. “94%

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Cloudera

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The Teen Accelerator Program is an inspiring step in shaping a brighter future. In July, Cloudera closed its second year of the Teen Accelerator program – a program hosted by the Diversity Equality + Inclusion team, run in partnership with The Boys and Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee and of the Peninsula.

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Perficient

OCTOBER 20, 2023

On October 12 th and 13 th , 2023, we had several Perficient colleagues attend the Puerto Rico IT Cluster’s CIO & IT Leadership Conference , the most important technology leadership in the region.

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