Executive coaching is a powerful management productivity tool that can be deployed in a number of different ways. No two executive coaching environments are the same and there is no “one size fits all”. Oakley Advisors has developed four separate programs that are targeted to different clients and objectives.
PROGRAM ONE – THE COMPLETE EXECUTIVE PROGRAM
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The Complete Executive program follows an advanced process that begins with an assessment of behavioral strengths, weaknesses, and management style. The program allows the client to personalize methods and tools to leverage their strengths and mitigate any relevant weaknesses. The program also includes coaching on the fundamental executive skills required for maximum performance.
WHO SHOULD CONSIDER THIS PROGRAM:
➢ Executives looking to maximize performance and contribution in their current role or who are seeking to contribute at a higher level.
➢ Executives who are new to the executive level and want to more quickly acclimate to their role.
➢ High potential managers who are slated for future advancement. This program works well for accelerating the “readiness” timeline for high potential managers.
➢ Those seeking to advance their position whether within their current organization or in new organizations.
EXPECTED RESULTS:
At the conclusion of the program, the successful candidate will be able to:
➢ Clearly define their own management behavioral strengths and how to leverage them.
➢ Better perform those skills that are not among their strengths but that are critical to their success.
➢ Identify the key fundamental elements of leadership and clearly distinguish the difference between leadership and management.
➢ Pinpoint the management behaviors and skills of their teams and position each member for maximum contribution.
➢ Set clear expectations with their teams, peers, and superiors and build a collaborative environment for success with any group.
➢ Establish accountability and attitude as key factors in their own business success and manage these elements in others.
➢ Master a permanent repeatable process for continuous performance improvement throughout their career.
COACHING FORMAT: 12 Sessions of no less than One (1) Hour each. At least 6 of these must be face to face. The client will be expected to complete assignments outside of the coaching sessions that may require up to 4 hours per week.
TIME SPAN: 3 TO 6 MONTHS
PROGRAM TWO – THE EXECUTIVE SKILLS PROGRAM
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The Executive Skills program is a subset of The Complete Executive program (Program One). The Executive Skills program is designed to provide the client with the fundamental skills required for superior performance at the executive level. However, this program covers only the fundamental aspects of behavioral strengths and relevant weaknesses. Unlike The Complete Executive Program, it does not include the development of personalized methods and tools for leveraging strengths or mitigating relevant weaknesses.
WHO SHOULD CONSIDER THIS PROGRAM:
➢ Executives wishing to enhance or learn fundamental skills that will help them be more efficient and effective. In many cases, they were never formally taught these skills as they rose through their careers.
➢ Executives who are new to the executive level seeking to ensure they have all the fundamental skills required for maximum performance in their new role.
➢ High potential managers who are slated for advancement. This program works well for accelerating the “readiness” timeline for high potential managers.
➢ Those seeking to change their professional environment whether within their current organization or in new organizations.
EXPECTED RESULTS:
At the conclusion of the program, the successful candidate will be able to:
➢ Leverage their professional behavioral strengths and mitigate any relevant weaknesses.
➢ Pinpoint management behaviors and skills of their teams and position each member for maximum contribution.
➢ Set clear expectations with their teams, peers, and superiors and be able to build a collaborative environment in any situation.
➢ Establish accountability and attitude as key factors in their own business success and manage these elements in others.
➢ Perform a permanent repeatable process for continuous performance improvement throughout their career.
COACHING FORMAT: 6 Sessions of no less than One (1) Hour each. At least 2 of these must be face to face. The client will be expected to complete assignments outside of the coaching sessions that may require up to 4 hours per week.
TIME SPAN: 3 TO 6 MONTHS
PROGRAM THREE – THE “C” LEVEL EXECUTIVE PROGRAM
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The demands and skills required to perform at the “Chief” level (CEO, COO, CFO, CIO, etc.) are more complex than those of other high level executives. Often those who have performed well at executive levels are ill prepared for the unique challenges and responsibilities of the “C” level executive. The Chief Executive program is designed to enhance an executive’s skills and behaviors to contribute outstanding performance at the “C” level, regardless of the size of the organization or scope of responsibility.
WHO SHOULD CONSIDER THIS PROGRAM:
➢ “C” level executives wishing to enhance or learn the unique skills of their level, helping them to be more efficient and effective.
➢ “C” level executives wishing to obtain an outside, objective, and insightful review of critical decisions and plans.
➢ Executives who are new to the “C” level and are seeking to more quickly acclimate to their role.
➢ Those seeking to advance to the “C” level whether within their current organization or in new organizations.
EXPECTED RESULTS:
At the conclusion of the program, the successful candidate will be able to:
➢ Define the unique requirements of the “C” level and how their personal skills, strengths, and weaknesses align with them.
➢ Better perform those skills that are not among their strengths but are critical for the organization’s success.
➢ Pinpoint management behaviors and skills of their teams and position each member for maximum contribution.
➢ Set clear expectations with both individuals and groups that maximize productivity.
➢ Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the most critical of all senior executive skills – communications – and build a communications framework as the foundation of success at the “C” level.
➢ Achieve an independent perspective regarding who is and who is not critical to the success of the organization, regardless of their perceived value.
COACHING FORMAT: 12 Sessions of no less than One (1) Hour each and no more than Three (3) Hours each. At least 4 of these must be face to face.
TIME SPAN: 3 TO 6 MONTHS
PROGRAM FOUR – CUSTOM COACHING PROGRAMS
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
Oakley Advisors builds custom coaching programs based upon the unique needs of executives and organizations. These programs are designed to achieve a well-defined objective within a specific period of time. While custom programs may use the same concepts, tools, and processes that are employed in the defined programs, they also introduce new techniques that are researched and developed by Oakley Advisors.
WHO SHOULD CONSIDER THIS PROGRAM:
Custom coaching programs are intended for executives or organizations seeking a specific objective when the margin for error is small and the critical success factor is high. In these situations, an objective, professional viewpoint can prove to be invaluable. Providing that value is the goal of Oakley Advisors custom programs.
COACHING FORMAT: To be determined based upon program objectives
TIME SPAN: To be determined based upon program objectives
