Case Studies

Organizational Transformation

Working with the CEO and planning team over a 10-month timeframe, Executive Management Systems developed a plan for organizational transformation. This plan embraced not only the core business strategy but also strategic talent management (talent selection, leadership development and executive coaching). This plan was implemented over a two and a half year timeframe.

The strategic talent management included the benchmarking of: five key positions, sixteen staff, 12 potential hires, with twenty-eight job/talent comparisons. Three strategic management hires were made. Nine key leaders participated in an eight-session executive coaching program over a four-month period. Fifty-three key field leaders participated in the leadership development program.

Results:

"Thanks for all the ‘bridges’ you have built [here] … Your wisdom and friendship have been a blessing to me and many others [here]."
– CEO

"The timing of strategic planning, leadership development and coaching could not have been better. We’ve weathered the storm because of it. Having the top 12-15 guys participating was very beneficial. The leadership development program was extremely beneficial for the field leadership. Without this, they would not have been as open. Many have done a 180 – paranoia has disappeared. The mindset of ‘What have you done for me lately?’ is gone. Without the leadership development, we would have lost key employees."
– Senior Manager

Leadership development program wrap-up comments included:

"It is exciting to practice these skills. It builds my confidence and will be an important adder to my toolbox. These skills can be immediately applied."

"I have new insights and awareness. I can’t wait to put these into practice."

"We’re investing in people and that will translate to the bottom line. This investment will pay off. Team members are highly valued."

"These skills will help me be more effective due to improved understanding and better relationships. I’m listening more. I’m asking for feedback. I’m identifying and removing barriers."

"This will take us in new directions we could not see."

"I’m listening more and thinking more."