The Challenge
A large, multinational Aerospace and Defense company had a large group of frontline and mid-level managers who had been promoted for their technical competence. To advance in their careers, they needed to develop a clear understanding of the role of a leader and how to apply critical leadership concepts with their teams.
The Tandem Solution
After conducting an initial consultation, we created a customized leadership development program that addressed approximately a dozen key aspects of leadership, enabling the transition from individual technical expert to leader. The program provided online self-study with TandemToolsTM to help participants apply new concepts on the job. Throughout the four-month program, participants received support through small group coaching sessions to adapt the tools to their unique cultural contexts.
The Results
Several thousand new leaders completed the program over a three-year period. Participants consistently rated the program highly for helping them apply new concepts on the job. The client reported higher levels of performance and a stronger “bench” of potential leaders eligible for promotion within the company.
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