Case: Guiding and Supporting Managers in Times of Growth and Change

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Business Challenge:  

In the face of unparalleled growth, fueled by an aggressive acquisition strategy as well as the success of an array of breakthrough products, senior managers at this pharmaceutical company struggled to balance the integration of new employees with the escalating demands of the business. 

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Approach:

Boosted manager’s leadership competencies and capabilities by developing authentic communications, negotiation and commitment skills to effectively confront the organization’s challenges

• Conducted in-depth culture and leadership style assessments to pinpoint specific improvement opportunities

• Delivered a series of 2 and 3 day workshops combined with individual coaching sessions for the top team and their direct reports to develop “ emotional intelligence skills

• Followed up with a series of “Taking Charge of Change” seminars for all hands in insure their alignment with the company’s strategic direction

 

Impact:

With their increased ability to courageously confront stress and “people issues”, leaders were more confident and effective in facing workplace challenges

Participants rated the workshops 9.5 on a 10 point scale

After 6 months, the company’s reputation and employment brand was such that that they were able to attract and retain top talent in an ultra-competitive marketplace. 

 

“Our senior leaders were inspired by the quality, depth and expertise of Phil and his facilitators, which convinced them that treating people as empowered partners unleashes uncommon performance and uncompromising results. They have become a strategic partner in our business success.”

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Vice President, Human Resources