Executive Briefings

Complimentary 45-minute presentations for HR leaders and executives exploring leadership development options for their technical teams.

Designed For Decision Makers

HR & Talent

HR Directors

Explore evidence-based approaches to developing technical leaders and reducing first-time manager failure rates.

Finance

CFOs & Executives

Understand the ROI of leadership development and how targeted training compares to the cost of manager turnover.

Operations

Department Heads

Learn how to support your newly promoted technical leads and build a pipeline of effective managers.

The Problem

We begin by examining the unique challenges faced by technical professionals transitioning into leadership roles.

  • The 60% first-time manager failure rate
  • Why technical excellence doesn't translate to leadership
  • The identity crisis of the new manager
  • Cost of manager turnover and team disruption
60%

The Research

We present the evidence base that informs effective leadership development for technical professionals.

  • Psychological safety and team effectiveness research
  • Growth mindset and learning organizations
  • What makes leadership training effective
  • The role of practice and feedback

The Solution

We introduce our approach to developing technical leaders and how it differs from generic training.

  • The Four Pillars framework
  • Cohort-based learning with individual mentorship
  • Real-world application and practice
  • Measurable outcomes and accountability
4 PILLARS

The ROI

A clear-eyed look at the financial case for leadership development.

Cost to Replace Manager
$150-200K
First-Time Failure Rate
60%
Industry Avg. Training
$444/yr
Origin Point Investment
$1,500-3K
Program Cost as % of Replacement Cost
< 1.5%

Available Presentations

Choose a topic or request a custom briefing for your organization.

The 60% Problem

Why most new managers fail and what organizations can do about it.

The Identity Shift

Understanding the psychological transition from individual contributor to leader.

Building Feedback Culture

How to create environments where constructive feedback is expected and welcomed.

The ROI of Leadership Development

Making the financial case for investing in manager development programs.

Retention Through Leadership

How manager quality impacts employee engagement and retention.

Custom Topics

Request a briefing tailored to your organization's specific challenges.

Briefing FAQ

How long are the briefings? +

Standard briefings are 45 minutes including Q&A. We can also accommodate 30-minute or 60-minute formats depending on your needs.

Are briefings really complimentary? +

Yes. Executive briefings are complimentary for HR leaders and executives exploring leadership development options. There's no obligation to purchase any programs.

Can briefings be delivered virtually? +

Yes. We offer both in-person (for organizations in the Albuquerque area) and virtual briefings via Zoom, Teams, or your preferred platform.

Can I invite my team to attend? +

We encourage it! Briefings are most effective when key stakeholders can attend and discuss together. We recommend including HR, L&D, and department heads who manage technical teams.

Request Your Briefing

Schedule a complimentary executive briefing for your leadership team. No obligation, just valuable insights.

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