CHICAGO, Feb. 29, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New leaders in the C-suite always create a buzz. This is especially true when they are taking on newly created roles with unfamiliar titles. Often hired or promoted to address a specific strategic or tactical challenge, these individuals must do so without the benefit of a predecessor to debrief or even a body of work to give them a starting point. If they are to succeed, organizations must pay special attention to the fundamentals of executive integration: role clarity, relationships, culture, early wins and learning.
In the last issue of its thought leadership publication, Executive Insight, RHR International presented an overview of the challenges involved in undertaking a role that has no cultural precedent ("To Boldly Go…"). This issue provides practical action steps that should be taken to ensure the future of the position, the new executive and the organization.
RHR International has broken the process down into five elements that, if carefully addressed, will greatly enhance the value of a New Executive/Position combination:
- Define – What does the perfect choice for this position look like?
- Educate – Who is this person and why do I care?
- Build Commitment – Do you know why I'm here?
- Navigate – How do I get things done in this culture?
- Deliver – Here is what I've done so far.
Is all this work really necessary? The simple answer is "Yes." The reality is that unless you are willing to take the time and effort to give new leaders the proper foundation, it is unlikely they will achieve the desired goals. On the other hand, a robust, well thought out New Executive/Position Program can provide substantial benefits.
For details on how to address the elements outlined above, download "Who Is This Person and Why Do I Care?" from the RHR website.
ABOUT RHR INTERNATIONAL
We are a firm of management psychologists and consultants who work closely with top management to accelerate individual, team and business performance. We focus on five key areas of client need — Executive Selection and Integration, Accelerated Executive Effectiveness, Senior Team Effectiveness, Management Due Diligence and CEO Succession. We have been proven difference-makers for more than 65 years, unique in our combination of top management focus, psychologists' perspective and high-level business acumen.
RHR International has offices in Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, United Kingdom and United States. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Ill. For more information, please visit www.rhrinternational.com, http://tinyurl.com/rhrblogsite and https://twitter.com/RHRIntlLLP.
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