Synopses & Reviews
A revised and expanded edition of the step-by-step success plan for every new leaderwith downloadable forms and worksheets
Moving into a new leadership position is one of the toughest challenges an executive can face. Nearly half of new leaders fail in their first eighteen months. Often, that failure is the result of crucial mistakes made in the first 100 days. If that happens to you, your first 100 days on the job could be your last.
Whether you're a veteran leader taking over a new organization or a novice moving into your first leadership role, this practical guide will help you manage your leadership transition so you can take charge, build your team, and deliver results. The New Leader's 100-Day Action Plan, Second Edition presents proven solutions and cutting-edge techniques for getting started successfully in your new role.
You'll find a comprehensive, easy-to-follow plan that comes with real-world examples, downloadable forms and worksheets, and other handy resources. You'll master your new joband the art of leadershipwith proven tools and techniques for:
- Making a powerful first impression on your first official day
Turning key stakeholders and direct reports into your allies
Building your new team with early wins
Fitting into a new corporate cultureand shaping its evolution
Creating, communicating, and implementing a new strategic direction
Avoiding common mistakes and pitfalls
Building loyalty, trust, and commitment with new colleagues
This expanded edition includes new resources, updates on today's technology and global business environment, and three new chapters that show you how to position yourself to be offered new leadership roles, land them, and stay successful after your first 100 days. This is the ultimate guide to getting aheadand staying there.
Synopsis
The New Leader's 100-Day Action Plan, and the included downloadable forms, has proven itself to be a valuable resource for new leaders in any organization. This revision includes 40% new material and updates -- including new and updated downloadable forms -- with new chapters on:
* A new chapter on POSITIONING yourself for a leadership role
* A new chapter on what to do AFTER THE FIRST 100 DAYS
* A new chapter on getting PROMOTED FROM WITHIN and what to do then
Synopsis
Praise for the First Edition of The New Leader's 100-Day Action Plan"What a book! New and experienced managers at every level will 'fly' with this programmed learning."
—The Honorable Bruce S. Gelb, former Ambassador to Belgium; former vice chairman, Bristol-Myers Squibb; former president, Clairol
"I love this book and wish I had read it before stepping into my current leadership role. It provides a practical and indispensable road map to success that will help new leaders stack the odds in their favor. Read it and don't be among the forty percent of leaders who fail in the first eighteen months."
—Sandy Rogers, former marketing manager, Procter & Gamble and Apple Computer; former senior vice president, Corporate Strategy, Enterprise Rent-A-Car
"The New Leader's 100-Day Action Plan offers a comprehensive architecture with practical tools and techniques for new leaders to follow. I believe that leaders who utilize the advice from this book will have demonstrative business and culture-building results."
—Joe Bonito, Vice President, Organizational Development, Coach Inc.; former vice president, Pfizer
"One of the most basic yet comprehensive books I've read regarding the dos and don'ts of a successful on-boarding process. A must-read for all aspiring business leaders, from first-time CEOs to executives at every level of the organization. Also a great tool for human resources and talent management executives."
—Joe Griesedieck, former CEO, Spencer Stuart; Vice Chairman, Korn/Ferry International
About the Author
George B. Bradt (AB, Harvard; MBA, Wharton) is founder and Managing Director of PrimeGenesis, the premier executive transition consultancy. He was previously an executive at Unilever, Procter & Gamble, Disney, Coca-Cola, and J.D. Power and Associates.
Jayme A. Check (BS, Syracuse; MBA, Anderson School at UCLA) is a founder of PrimeGenesis and President of Quantum Leap Associates. His experience includes executive roles in sales, business development, and strategy at firms such as JP Morgan, Brice Manufacturing, and Guidance Solutions. He is a recognized expert in leadership development and serves a broad base of clients worldwide.
Jorge E. Pedraza (BA, Cornell; PhD, Yale) has led startups and reinvented established businesses at Concrete Media, Le Monde Interactive, and as one of the founding partners of PrimeGenesis. He helped found and is currently Managing Director of Origination at Unison, a wireless lease acquisition firm.
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments.Introduction An Executive Summary of the Onboarding Process.
Figure I.1 Core Frameworks.
PART I:CREATE YOUR NEW LEADERSHIP ROLE.
CHAPTER 1PositionYourself for a New Leadership Role or Promotion.
Tool 1.1 Five-Step Career Plan (Downloadable).
CHAPTER 2Sellbefore You Buy: Answer the Only Three Interview Questions.
Tool 2.1 Negotiating Prep and Guidelines (Downloadable).
CHAPTER 3 Mapand Avoidthe Most Common Land Mines.
Chart 3.1 Top Seven Onboarding Land Mines.
CHAPTER 4 Do Your Due Diligenceon the Organization, Role, and Fit.
Chart 4.1 Potential Sources of Information for Uncovering Risks.
Tool 4.1 Due Diligence Checklist (Downloadable).
CHAPTER 5 Act Differently When You Are Promoted from Within.
Tool 5.1 Announcement Cascade Checklist (Downloadable).
PART II: TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR OWN START.
CHAPTER 6 Embrace the Fuzzy Front Endand Make It Work for You before You Start.
Chart 6.1 Decisions.
Tool 6.1 100-Day Checklist (Downloadable).
Tool 6.2 Stakeholder List (Downloadable).
Tool 6.3 Onboarding Conversation Framework (Downloadable).
Tool 6.4 Relocation Checklist (Downloadable).
CHAPTER 7 Decide How to Engagethe New Culture: Assimilate, Converge and Evolve, or Shock.
Tool 7.1 Culture Assessment Sheet (Downloadable).
CHAPTER 8 Drive Action with an Ongoing CommunicationCampaign.
Figure 8.1 Communication Campaign Flow.
Tool 8.1 Communication Campaign Milestones (Downloadable).
CHAPTER 9 Take Control of Day One: Make a Powerful First Impression.
Tool 9.1 Day One Checklist (Downloadable).
Tool 9.2 New Manager’s Assimilation Session.
PART III: YOUR 100-DAY ACTION PLAN.
CHAPTER 10 Embed a Strong Burning Imperativeby Day 30.
Tool 10.1 Imperative Workshop.
CHAPTER 11 Exploit Key Milestonesto Drive Team Performance by Day 45.
Tool 11.1 Milestones Management Process (Downloadable).
CHAPTER 12 Overinvest in Early Winsto Build Team Confi dence by Day 60.
Tool 12.1 Team Charter Worksheet (Downloadable).
CHAPTER 13 Secure ADEPTPeople in the Right Roles with the Right Support by Day 70.
Figure 13.1 Performance versus Role Match.
Tool 13.1 Performance/Role Match Grid (Downloadable).
CHAPTER 14 Evolve People, Plans, and Practicesto Capitalize on Changing Circumstances.
Chart 14.1 Change Map.
APPENDICES.
CRITICAL TOOLS FOR LONG-TERM LEADERSHIP SUCCESS.
APPENDIX I Leadership.
APPENDIX II Situational Assessment.
Tool A2.1 5Cs Analysis (Downloadable).
Tool A2.2 SWOT Form (Downloadable).
APPENDIX III Communication.
Tool A3.1 Culture Change Management (Downloadable).
Tool A3.2 Communication Planning (Downloadable).
Tool A3.3 Press Interviews.
Tool A3.4 Crisis Management Checklist (Downloadable).
Tool A3.5 Crisis Communication Checklist (Downloadable).
APPENDIX IV Plans—Strategic Process.
Figure A4.1 Destination Planning.
APPENDIX V People and Practices—Organizational and Operational Processes.
Figure A5.1 ADEPT Flow.
Tool A5.1 Role Scope (Downloadable).
References.
Index.
About the Authors.