Implementing a Leadership Program to Equip People Leaders to become more Visible and Effective in Public Health
The Brief
A government health agency was established to help the community stay safe and healthy and deliver a world-class health system that leads to better health outcomes for all.
The Elevate Leadership program aims to equip People Leaders in the agency with essential leadership skills and behaviours about how they can become more visible and effective leaders.
Improvement in Performance
Studies show that executives who receive coaching report a 70% improvement in work performance, according to the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
Lower Turnover Rate
Organisations with effective leadership development programs have a 30% lower turnover rate among employees, as leadership development fosters employee engagement and loyalty.
Reference: Harvard Business Review, "The Impact of Leadership Development on Employee Engagement" (2017)
Companies report Enhanced Leadership Skills
85% of companies report an improvement in leadership capabilities as a direct result of implementing leadership development programs, leading to better decision-making and team management.
Reference: Deloitte, "Global Human Capital Trends" (2019)
Higher Return on Investment (ROI)
Leadership development programs yield an average return on investment (ROI) of 6 times the cost of the program, reflecting the significant value they add to the organization.
Reference: Korn Ferry, "The Real ROI of Leadership Development" (2018)
The Process
Future Leadership Advisory partnered with the the government health agency to design and deliver the Elevate Leadership Program. The program is built around three key leadership area of Leading self, Leading others and Leading the agency and provides a blended approach to learning.
The program covers a range of leadership topics broken up onto learning modules (delivered virtually and face to face) and incorporates formal learning, facilitates networking amongst people leaders across the agency and on-the-job application.
The program consists of the following topics:
- Me, My Role, My Leadership Style
- How to care for Self and Others
- How to build and lead high performing teams
- How to be a good safety leader
- How to lead an inclusive and constructive workplace culture
- How to lead through change
The Advisory Team's Impact Across Clients Through Survey Feedback
32% Increase in Self Awareness
Individuals’ awareness of motives, values, strengths and development needs
21% Increase in Motivation
Individuals’ motivation to apply learning, insight and further develop
27% Increase in Confidence
Individuals’ confidence in their abilities and impact as a leader
30% Increase in Role Clarity
Individuals’ clarity around success factors associated with their role
The Outcome
The Elevate program has been rolled out to three cohorts. Participants have rated the learning modules as ‘impactful’, with 90% of participants agreeing the content and learning is applicable and useful to their work.
Participants have found the program very practical and valuable, particularly in learning how to contribute to a constructive culture and promote psychological safety.
Client Testimonial:
Really loved all the interactive activities, especially the walk around the block. I found it wasn't too heavy in terms of theoretical content and a perfect balance of frameworks and meaningful discussion. Great facilitation of the module with flexibility to flex the agenda to allow for discussion within the group.
