Case Study
Background
In a rapidly changing environment, a C-level leader in a Fortune 100 company found himself navigating a shifting corporate culture and the arrival of new players. He was at a crossroads, uncertain about how much he could “be himself” and still be successful. Should he significantly change his style and become more political? The evolving culture made him realize that he wasn’t clearly grounded in what mattered to him most.
Approach
Through a series of in-depth, organic conversations and reflective exercises, Eric helped this leader reconnect with his core strengths and values. By reviewing his professional and personal history, he identified moments where he felt most fulfilled and effective, helping him gain a clearer sense of what truly mattered to him. These sessions were not just assessments, but deep, exploratory dialogues that fostered greater self-awareness and clarity about how he wanted to “show up” as a leader.
Results
- Achieved profound clarity: the leader experienced a significant personal epiphany, gaining clear insight into his desired leadership style and authentic identity as an executive
- Strategic refocus on value creation: the leader made a decisive shift to prioritize adding tangible value to all stakeholders, de-emphasizing internal turf battles or political considerations
- Increased confidence and reduced stress: the leader felt a strong sense of freedom and liberation from previous uncertainties, resulting in greater ease, heightened self-confidence, and reduced stress
- Increased influence: the leader became an even more valued and influential resource at the top of the company, recognized for his focus on what was best for the business
- Obtained board seat: an unplanned discussion of corporate board service resulted in a high-profile public company board seat