New leaders build trust in their first 100 days by actively listening to team members, establishing clear communication patterns, and demonstrating consistent follow-through on commitments. Successful leadership transition requires understanding existing dynamics, setting realistic expectations, and leveraging core leadership skills while adapting to the new role's unique challenges.
I help newly promoted leaders navigate this critical transition period with confidence and intentionality. Together, we create a strategic roadmap that honors the existing culture while establishing your authentic leadership presence.
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Cleveland & Northeast Ohio
Available nationwide
Over 3-4 months
Proven 100-day approach
Research shows that 40-60% of newly promoted leaders and executives fail within their first 18 months—and most of that failure is determined in the first 100 days. The cost of executive turnover is often 10-20x the person's salary when you factor in recruitment, lost productivity, and organizational disruption.
But failure isn't inevitable. The leaders who thrive are the ones who approach their transition strategically, build the right relationships early, and get expert guidance when they need it most.
Each phase builds on the last. Rush through listening and you'll miss critical information. Skip to action too fast and you'll make avoidable mistakes that damage your credibility.
Your first month is all about taking in information and building relationships. This is your listening tour – understanding the landscape, the people, and the unwritten rules that really drive success in your new environment.
Now that you've gathered intelligence, it's time to synthesize what you've learned and create your strategic roadmap. This phase is about turning insights into actionable plans while continuing to build trust and credibility.
The final phase is where you shift into execution mode while maintaining the relationships and credibility you've built. You're now implementing your strategic plan and establishing sustainable systems for ongoing success.
Eight structured sessions, each focused on a critical aspect of your leadership transition.
We'll map out your strategic approach to the first 30 days and identify the quick wins that will establish your credibility from day one.
You'll learn how to identify key influencers, build crucial relationships, and navigate organizational politics with confidence and authenticity.
We'll decode the unwritten rules of your new environment and develop strategies to adapt your leadership style while staying true to your values.
You'll learn proven frameworks for quickly assessing team capabilities and establishing your leadership approach in a way that drives engagement and results.
We'll develop your ability to think strategically about your new role and create a clear roadmap for the initiatives that will drive the biggest impact.
You'll master the art of executive communication, learning how to craft messages that resonate with different audiences and build your executive presence.
We'll equip you with practical tools for leading change initiatives and implementing your strategic plans without causing unnecessary disruption.
In our final session, we'll create your blueprint for continued growth and success, ensuring the momentum you've built carries forward long-term.
You've been promoted within your organization and need to establish credibility in your expanded role while managing former peers who are now your direct reports.
You're joining a new organization as an executive and need to quickly understand the culture, build relationships, and deliver results in an unfamiliar environment.
You're stepping into your first management or leadership role and need to develop the skills and confidence to lead others effectively from day one.
Your responsibilities have significantly increased – whether through merger, acquisition, or organizational restructuring – and you need strategies to manage the complexity.
What it's like working with a coach who prepares you for what's ahead
Director of Inclusive Hiring, Center for Employment Opportunities
Testimonial: “Working with Steve has helped me lead with greater clarity and confidence. He doesn't just offer advice; he helps you uncover your own answers and translate your values into action as a leader.”
Assistant Manager
Testimonial: “Steve is a phenomenal leadership coach. He has given me tools to communicate well with others in the workplace—scenarios to help me be ready for any situation that may arise, how to deal with stress and anxiety while working with others in a fast-paced environment, and how to deal effectively with teammates.”
Don't leave your transition to chance. In a 30-minute call, we'll discuss your new role and I'll share how this structured 8-session program can help you establish yourself as the leader your organization needs.
Free 30-min call · No obligation · Response within 24 hours
Inspiring Quote: “Your first 100 days set the trajectory for your entire tenure. The habits you build, relationships you forge, and wins you achieve in this window will define how others see your leadership for years to come.”
