Transformative Executive Leadership Program for over 30 senior executives in a significant government agency. The program prepared leaders for strategic impact and organisational growth.
The Brief
Future Leadership was approached by a significant and complex organisation seeking to further develop its next C suite of leaders.
The goal was to deliver a 12 month program to the full cohort of senior executives (over 30 executives) with the aim of building the skills, strategic insights and leadership capability required to assume the top level leadership roles within the organisation over the next two years. This program was designed to address current and future challenges, focusing on enhancing strategic, organisational, and people leadership capabilities.
Improvement in Performance
Studies show that executives who receive coaching report a 70% improvement in work performance, according to the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
Increase in Employee Retention Rates
Companies that offer coaching and transition programs during restructuring or layoffs see a 60% increase in employee retention rates, as reported by the Human Capital Institute (HCI).
Faster Reemployment
Outplacement services and career transition coaching can reduce the time it takes for displaced employees to find new jobs by 50%, according to a study by RiseSmart.
Higher Return on Investment (ROI)
The ICF reports that companies receive an average return of A$11.85 for every dollar invested in executive coaching.
The Process
The program commenced with a thorough capability and development needs assessment for each participant. This included individual feedback sessions, establishing Personal Development Plans (PDPs) with each participant working one-on-one executive coach.
Over a period of 12 months, each participant engaged in coaching sessions, focusing on their strengths in leadership and strategic awareness while identifying areas for meaningful growth.
Participants took part in behavioural event interviews, 360-degree feedback assessments, and reflection sessions to increase self-awareness, both from a professional and personal perspective. The program included facilitated workshops designed to build high-performing teams, lead change effectively, and address strategic challenges in uncertain and politically sensitive environments.
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 program resulted in a marked improvement in the leadership readiness of the cohort. Participants reported significant growth in self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and strategic influence.
They also developed advanced skills in managing ambiguity and fostering high-functioning teams. With the intense demands on participant’s time in their roles, the ability to focus solely on development was not often a priority and participants reported an appreciation for the time that the program allowed them to do so, reporting significantly increased self-awareness both from a leadership and organisational perspective.
The program’s impact has been evident in the organisation’s enhanced leadership capacity and strategic agility, with a significant number of those who have completed the program promoted to more senior positions. Given its success, the initiative is now being expanded to include additional participants in future cohorts.
