Accelerator coaching for new C-Suite executives and directors

My tailored Accelerator coaching programmes for new C-Suite executives and directors help them navigate the first few months of this significant career milestone.

Stepping into a new C-Suite or senior executive role comes with a unique and disparate set of challenges.

Regardless of whether they’re promoted from within their company or hired from outside, new senior executives face a steep learning curve and a complex organisational landscape — with all of the associated challenges.

For internal promotions, building relationships, trust, and rapport can be particularly delicate as they may need to transition from peer to leader, possibly facing resentment and even obstructive behaviour. External hires, on the other hand, need to establish credibility and gain the respect of a team they likely don’t know well.

Every organisation has its own unique culture, with its own set of unwritten rules and power dynamics. New senior executives must adapt to this culture, while identifying areas for improvement; they must quickly establish their leadership style, build their team, and set the tone for the organisation.

New senior executives are required to quickly develop a deep understanding of the business, its financial performance, strategic direction, and key stakeholders. They often need to balance priorities and agendas, finding themselves caught between competing interests.

My Accelerator coaching programmes

My tailored Accelerator coaching programmes for new C-Suite executives and directors support their transition during their first few months in their new role. My programmes help them understand and proactively address these and other challenges, positioning them for long-term success.

My Accelerator programmes help them:

• Quickly absorb a vast amount of information, enabling them to make informed decisions.
• Achieve a delicate balance between respecting existing norms and introducing innovative ideas.
• Communicate effectively with — and listen actively to — their team, helping them understand the team dynamic, and develop trust, credibility, rapport, and respect.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and innovation, thereby building an integrated, efficient and high-performing team.
• Make tough decisions, hold people accountable, and inspire their team to achieve ambitious goals.
• Balance the needs of shareholders, the board, customers, employees, and regulators by means of strong negotiation skills, effective decision-making, and a clear sense of priorities.

I also offer soft skills coaching for C-Suite executives and directors, as well as tailored coaching programmes for startup founders and first-time CEOs.

Get in touch to arrange an exploratory phone or video call to discuss your leadership challenges and objectives as a new C-Suite executive or director, and how my Accelerator coaching programmes for new C-suite executives and directors can support you as you transition into your new role.