Senior Executive Fast-Track Development
One of the Board’s most important responsibilities is to appoint and develop the best management team possible to ensure optimal functioning of the organisation.
Development of internal candidates is essential to develop both breadth and depth of leadership talent in the organisation. It is also essential to ensure smooth transitions because investors and stakeholders don’t like surprises from unprepared Boards.
A highly effective process for identifying and developing talent is a hallmark of the most successful organisations. Not only does this reduce the risk and cost of external recruitment, but it ensures a continuity of management and a more motivated and dynamic management team. A clear development plan leading to internal promotions also increases the likelihood of retention of dynamic high performers, who will be targeted by search consultants for other organisations. Those high-performers who are dynamic, mobile and impatient are often at high risk of leaving for “greener grass” without fully appreciating the impact of this on their future careers or the potential in their current organisation.
Our programme is designed to take these fast-track candidates and give them a more rounded view beyond the task-oriented achievement approach that has marked them out so far as future leaders. They will gain a wise counsellor who can add layers of perception, depth and insight to this raw talent and ensure it is polished and focused.
This is not designed to substitute for other skills based development programmes, but will enhance the Mentee’s value to the organisation, their potential for more substantial leadership roles and the likelihood of retention.