This case study explores the professional journey of an executive who significantly benefited from leadership coaching. Over the course of his long-standing career at a major multinational pharmaceutical company, he transitioned from managing vendors to leading diverse internal teams. Throughout this transition, the executive encountered challenges typical of high-responsibility roles, where effective leadership was crucial […]
Managing performance issues can be one of the most challenging aspects of leadership. However, these trying moments also present opportunities to strengthen the manager-employee relationship. When an employee isn’t meeting expectations, it helps to approach the situation thoughtfully to encourage improvement, not discourage the individual. Read further to learn how we coach executives to approach […]
The following article on the ROI of leadership Coaching appeared in HR.com on August 2, 2024, written by A.J. O’Connor Associates President Shannon O’Connor Bock. Read the original article here. Today, the estimated global revenue from coaching sits around 4.56 billion dollars. It comes as no surprise when analyzing the rise in online executive coaching. Since 2019, […]
In the past, internal leadership grew as the company grew. Employees were encouraged to start from the bottom, working their way up. This type of professional development was clear and defined. Your successes, products and work (that correctly answered your manager’s needs) determined the executive position you could eventually hold. As you climbed the ladder, […]
Onboarding is more than introducing the new hire to the team and handing them administrative paperwork. It is your company’s first impression, and this impression sets the groundwork for your new hire’s success. The goals and benefits of onboarding far outweigh the initial investment. That said, companies are seeing almost 40% of new hires leave […]
The following article appeared in CFO Intelligence in the Spring/Summer 2024 issue, written by A.J. O’Connor Associates President Shannon O’Connor Bock. Read the original article here. The Value Of Emotional Intelligence In the dynamic world of finance, numbers reign supreme, and the stewards of an organization’s fiscal well-being are the Chief Financial Officers. CFOs are […]
Layoffs are challenging for all parties, but the company’s success depends on how its leaders navigate the uncertainty and keep their remaining workforce engaged. One study found that even a 1% downsize can result in a 31% increased turnover rate. So, how do you re-engage your employees and avoid the mass exodus that often accompanies […]
Leadership is more than a role; it is a skill that requires practice and is essential to personal and professional growth. In the workplace, leaders inspire and influence others to accomplish a common goal. However, becoming a leader doesn’t require a title. It does include developing skills and traits that allow you to lead with […]
Gone are the days of punching in, keeping quiet, and punching out. Today, employees want genuine connections at work from their managers and coworkers alike. EY’s empathy in business report found that mutual empathy between leaders and employees creates a safe, agile culture that increases efficiency, creativity, job satisfaction and innovation. That said, 52% of […]
The International Coaching Federation (ICF), in partnership with PwC, estimated the global revenue from coaching to be over $4.56 billion. Clearly, it’s a vibrant and growing investment for leaders across vertical industries, with 99% of coached leaders expressing satisfaction with their coaching experience. This being said, today’s world requires data to back up investments, even […]
