This book will coach you through the real-time challenge of the first 100 days in a new role, providing an all-in-one solution through a combination of structured planning, commercial insight and leadership coaching, all in a deliberately concise 100 minute speed-read. The first 100 days in a job are a pressurised moment of need, this book addresses both the practical and emotional challenges faced by leaders, offering realistic guidance, thoughtful insights, and useful advice in bite-sized portions, which are easily understood and immediately implementable.
Table of Contents Preface Acknowledgements Introduction Part 1 Beginning 1 Prepare Let go of your previous role Set up energy management system Understand transition givens Build profile of role, organization, market Get ready to write your First 100 Days Plan 2 Your First 100 Days Plan 3 @ Start Launch your First 100 Days Plan Show up as a leader, not a manager Bring sizzle as well as substance EQ will be as important as IQ Critical success factors for the next 30 days: day 1-30 Part 2 Middle 4 @ 30 days Review progress against plan Decide who and what really matters here Fast-forward team performance Update your First 100 Days Plan Critical success factors for the next 30 days: day 30-60 5 @ 60 days Review progress against plan Make final decisions on who stays and who goes Capitalise on the leadership multiplier effect Update your First 100 Days Plan Critical success factors for the next 30 days: day 60-90 Part 3 End 6 @ 90days Review progress against plan Write your 10-day to-do list Ask for feedback Take time out for self-reflection Critical success factors for the final 10 days: day 90-100 7 End Close out your First 100 Days Plan Record achievements and capture lessons learned Communicate first 100 days success to stakeholders Celebrate with your team Consider your second act Final words Index