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Executive Assimilation

We believe our responsibility does not end once the search is over. For this reason, we introduced an innovative executive assimilation program that helps new executives hit the ground running faster.

No Time for the Honeymoon Period?

A new executive is expected to make a significant and positive impact on a business. Their decisions, in many instances, can make the difference between red ink and black ink to say nothing of the effect they can have on employee morale.

So often the new leader does not understand the political landscape or the issues that matter most to a business. So it's no surprise these new leaders often don't deliver on expectations within their first year onboard. In fact, research reveals that up to 40% of new executives fail to reach their goals within their first 12 months of employment. The impact on a business can be quite profound.

How it Works

Grech Associates offers a practical solution that works and it's included in all search engagements. Our executive assimilation program is a highly effective series of exchanges designed to assist executives entering a new organization. The program is very straightforward and relevant to any business environment or culture.

The objectives of the program are threefold: 

  1. The opportunity for direct reports to become acquainted with their new leader, before he/she starts in the new role. 
  2. Prioritize deliverables so that the most energy is expended on the things that positively impact the business. 
  3. Identify road blocks and knock them down so the new leader can focus his/her time on delivering.