PROGRAM FOR EXECUTIVE EXCELLENCE
Throughout the lifecycle of most companies, leadership needs shift. Hiring a new executive, or transitioning one within the company, presents unique challenges, including the high risk of choosing an executive who is not an appropriate match. These decisions are among the most important a company will make, and yet research shows that without a clearly defined plan for integrating the executive, the success of new additions to the leadership team is in jeopardy.
Effective recruiting is not enough; organizations must engage the new executive with a clear and measurable acclimation program to unlock their potential and protect the company's hiring investment.
Similarly, when transitioning an existing leader to a new executive position, it is equally critical to have a focused program to gain an immediate and sustainable foothold on success through effective leadership.
Contrary to popular belief, integration does not equal orientation. Most orientation programs are geared for non-executive level hires and do not address the unique challenges faced by the executive upon entry into a new culture, structure or approach to business.
For smaller companies, the impact of executive performance is even greater and more visible. The hit to the bottom-line - and to the culture - can be significant.
There is a strong business case for new-hire integration: companies that adopt clear and measurable programs that support executive excellence realize strategic success and avoid the operational and financial risks that are the result of losing a top executive.
The keys to effective executive integration are communication, clearly defined expectations and assumptions, and the early identification of the success factors, potential roadblocks, and organizational cultural norms that enable success.
LLS Consulting's Program for Executive Excellence is a customized plan designed to remove the barriers to success for newly-hired or transitioning executives. Incorporated into the framework are:
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Assessment and Planning
Blending the key skills and working style of the executive into the organizational culture by identifying potential roadblocks, outlining an effective leadership style, and defining the required factors for success. This work may often begin prior to the official date of hire or transition. -
Defining Success
Clear identification of organizational goals, team and management objectives and ways to create early successes in the role. Active involvement of the managing executive is crucial in this process. -
Foundation Formation
Building the team and knowledge core required for success. A key element in this stage is establishing multi-directional relationships and support systems. -
Individual Coaching
Providing a confidential sounding board for the executive to test ideas, communication techniques and proposed decisions for feedback, as well as review results and lessons learned from on-going efforts. -
Skills Alignment
Tactical skills development for focused business planning, functional management, and development of team talent.
