In your first 90 days as a new executive, your ability to manage your time is directly linked to your ability to establish credibility and authority. Delivering early, visible wins is the key to building trust, and that requires a ruthless focus on the highest-impact activities. We provide a time management framework designed to help you master your schedule and make your mark when it matters most.
A Real World Example
The Challenge
A senior manager in a UK financial services firm was excellent at execution but struggled to contribute to strategic discussions. They lacked a “big picture” view and focused too much on their team’s silo.
The Coaching Action
Used coaching to broaden perspective beyond daily demands. Conducted stakeholder mapping exercises to understand organizational impact.32 Used the “Six Thinking Hats” method to practice approaching problems from multiple angles.
The Tangible Result
Manager’s contributions in leadership meetings were rated as “more strategic” by peers in 360-degree feedback. They successfully proposed a new initiative that aligned with broader company goals, which was approved for implementation.
The Strategic Framework – Eisenhower Matrix
The Challenge
Your effectiveness is determined not by how you handle crises, but by whether you have the discipline to prevent them. Stop being a slave to the “urgent” and become the master of the “important.”
About This FrameworkThe Ansoff Matrix, also known as the Product/Market Expansion Grid, outlines four strategic options for business growth based on new or existing products and markets. These strategies are market penetration, market development, product development, and diversification, each with an increasing level of risk. This framework forces a disciplined conversation about growth, helping leaders make clear choices about where to place strategic bets. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the critical priorities for the first 90 days in a new executive role?
The critical priorities are to learn, align, and deliver an early win. A coach helps you create a structured 90-day plan focused on understanding the business, building relationships with your team and peers, and achieving a tangible result to establish credibility.
How can a coach help a new executive establish credibility with their team and peers?
A coach helps you establish credibility by focusing on listening before leading. We work on a plan for conducting one-on-one meetings with your team and key stakeholders to understand their challenges and perspectives, which builds trust and respect from day one.
What are the most important leadership skills to develop immediately after a promotion?
The most important skills are communication, delegation, and strategic thinking. A coach helps you quickly level up in these areas, moving your focus from doing the work yourself to empowering your team and aligning their efforts with the company's goals.
Can a coach help prioritize what to focus on when everything feels urgent?
Yes, this is a core function of a coach. We provide frameworks like the Eisenhower Matrix or Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) to help you distinguish between what is truly important and what is merely urgent, ensuring your focus remains on the highest-impact activities.