We improve organizations...one leader at a time!

What we Do...

COACHING

Executive coaching is an individualized approach to professional development that focuses on results and outcomes. We use a four-phase coaching process designed to:

• Develop individual managerial talent
• Achieve identified business results  

Appropriate targets for coaching are those high potential individuals with the need to leverage current strengths and build key competencies to achieve strategic objectives. These individuals have high potential for impacting the company’s performance and effecting business results and they have a commitment to achieving personal growth and development

The coaching process typically covers a three to six-month time frame. HLS Coaches work closely with senior managers and HR Departments to ensure that the objectives of the individual and the sponsoring company are achieved. The coaching process includes the following phases:

Phase 1—Information Gathering and Assessment

The process involves the use of personality tests such as the California Personality

Inventory (CPI) or Hogan Personality Assessments, an in-depth background interview, 360° feedback data, on-the-job observation and an in-depth meeting with the supervising manager.

Phase 2— Development Plan (See sample)

Once the performance gaps are identified, we use or client’s leadership competency model to customize a road map for addressing development needs. Two-three flat spots are identified with measurable outcomes.  The plan is discussed and agreed upon by the leader, their supervising manager and other relevant persons from whom support is required.

Phase 3—Coaching and Development

The leader participates in the HLS Personal Breakthrough Program™  to remove barriers that block optimal performance. The executive then engages in development activities designed to enhance self-awareness, build competencies, and achieve results. Regular face-to-face meetings are scheduled with on-going access to the coach for advice, support, monitoring and feedback.  This process may also include team training for direct reports.

Phase 4— Evaluation and Follow-up

The process is completed when objectives have been achieved.  Progress toward achievement of objectives is measured. A long-range plan identifying future areas of focus is developed and discussed.

Sample coaching report

 ASSESSMENT

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Everyone, regardless of experience, has distinct abilities, personality traits, and behaviors that will either be assets or liabilities in a given job or organizational culture. The assessment process clearly identifies and describes the candidate’s individual's strengths and developmental needs and their potential fit with your culture.

We use psychological assessments for variety of reasons: 

• Screening and selection of outside candidates
• Screening of internal candidates being considered for a new position requiring different skills and abilities than their current position
• Career planning 
• Development Planning

Sample hire recommendation report

TRAINING

“Begin with the end in mind.”― Stephen Covey

Develop the leadership team and notice the impact on the entire organization.  We help our clients with the critical skills needed to enhance future success and get bottom-line results. We begin by asking, “What do you want to achieve?”  We custom design training programs that address the specific needs of our clients.  Our success is based on our clients’ success.

 Leadership training topics include:

• The Whole Brain Leader
• Diversity Training
• Team Empowerment
• Coaching Your Employees to Excellence
• The Emotionally Intelligent Leader
• Effective People skills
• Getting Results
• Strategic Planning
• Targeted selection: Hire the right person every time
• Conflict management

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