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  McKinsey’s  latest report highlights a noteworthy advancement : Over the past decade  the number of women breaking through the glass ceiling and stepping into leadership roles has risen significantly, with 29% now occupying C-suite positions, up from just 17% in 2015. This progress marks a pivotal shift, yet it only tells part of the story. Despite these achievements, women continue to be underrepresented in top leadership roles, hindered by entrenched systemic barriers within corporate structures.   Source: Women in the Workplace 2024, Mckinsey and Company   Beneath the surface, a stubborn  gender gap  remains, especially at the critical entry and manager levels. For many women, the corporate pipeline is still more of a tightrope walk, with men continuing to outnumber them at every stage.    The challenge is deeper than the numbers. Unseen yet powerful forces—often called  “second generation”  gender bias—continue to shape leader...

Executive coaching is no more a luxury in the erratic business environment of today; it is a strategic need. Constantly disrupted and changing organizations look for leaders to be more flexible, creative, and emotionally sensitive than ever before. Leading teams is only one aspect of the difficulty; another is guiding them through uncertainty toward sustainable business development. This is where executive coaching at scale becomes a game-changer. Consider an organization in which senior leaders and decision-makers receive executive coaching, enabling them to adapt and thrive. Executive coaching at scale transforms leadership from the inside out, aligning personal development with strategic objectives and unlocking the potential that drives long-term success. It’s no longer about developing leadership skills; it’s about cultivating mindsets that foster innovation, resilience, and empowerment, and overcoming derailing behaviors. A Cultural Shift Traditionally, executive coaching wa...

Becoming a first-time manager is a pivotal career milestone, but it comes with new responsibilities, a steep learning curve, and the need for a shift in mindset. While the promotion is often exciting and filled with new opportunities, first-time managers face a variety of challenges that can complicate the transition to leadership. The Challenges of First-Time Managers The Transition One of the most significant challenges for new managers is transitioning from executing tasks to overseeing and guiding others in their execution. A McKinsey study found that 39% of new managers struggle with delegating tasks, often opting to micromanage due to trust issues or setting overly high personal standards. This tendency can lead to burnout for managers and frustration for their teams, creating a cycle of inefficiency and disengagement. Developing Soft Skills New managers are often promoted based on technical expertise, yet the soft skills required to manage people are drastically different. A Lin...

Building on our previous blog about the importance of research , the next crucial step in the RAST Framework for ‘Key Account Management’ (KAM) is analysis . While research provides the essential data about key clients, analysis turns this data into actionable insights. It allows account managers to build and sustain robust, mutually beneficial relationships with their most valuable clients. By thoroughly examining competitive dynamics, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats, and trends, analysis ensures that strategies are not only client-centered but also aligned with company goals. This strategic insight is key to developing effective, tailored approaches that drive success and achieve shared objectives. The 4 Ps of Key Account Management Mastery In the context of client-centred selling, particularly within key account management, a thorough analysis of the concepts of power, personality, position, and priority is crucial for effective relationship building and sales strate...

The key to your organization’s future success could be hiding in plain sight, right in the middle of your leadership structure. Middle managers are often the unsung heroes of organizations, responsible for translating strategy into action while keeping their teams motivated and productive. Yet, despite their pivotal role, they are frequently overlooked when it comes to leadership development. Middle managers operate in an area where the requirements are endless — they are supposed to implement the strategy of the organization while managing routine operations and keeping the workforce happy. How do they accomplish all this effectively if they do not receive the proper leadership training? The answer is — they generally do not. The Critical Role of Middle Managers Middle managers are the glue that holds an organization together. They translate the strategic goals established by senior leaders into the real work that gets done by front-line employees. Well-equipped, middle managers d...