Managers learn to expand their practice of networking as a strategic business tool, identify current behaviors that limit their effectiveness, and adopt new skills that maximize the impact of networking in the new economy. Making Strategy Work provides managers with tools to clarify, adapt, and execute the organization s strategy in the midst of a rapidly changing, fast-paced environment. Managers learn to incrementally and accurately shape the strategic direction of their function using a set of low-cost probes. Managers learn to achieve business results by balancing a focus on a clear strategy while at the same time responding to emerging conditions. Adaptive Planning enables managers to execute plans amidst high uncertainty, constant changes, and continued demands for speed.
Managers learn to balance the simultaneous needs for systematic execution of work and flexibility.
They learn to achieve business results by using specially designed planning tools and tactics that leverage the best of structure and responsiveness. Through Learning provides managers with the skills required to effectively coach employees, peers, and managers. Managers learn to optimize organizational performance by establishing effective coaching relationships for today s challenging context such as increasing pace required for learning and development, working with temporary or contingent employees, or coaching from at a distance. Creating Loyalty Through Ownership refines the skills managers need to foster loyalty, commitment, and exceptional performance in those who work for them. Executive Coaching Forum s Executive Coaching capability is designed to provide a focused, personal link between the strategic goals of an organization and the people most responsible for executing them.