Accelerating Success: Helping Leaders Thrive in New Roles

Many organizations invest heavily in recruiting senior leaders but provide limited support once those leaders begin their roles. This white paper highlights that between 50% and 70% of executives fail within 18 months, often due to insufficient onboarding and unclear expectations. With only 36% of organizations offering structured onboarding processes, the cost of executive turnover can reach up to four times a leader’s annual salary. However, a structured, six-month onboarding framework can address these challenges by aligning new leaders and their managers on priorities, fostering trust and early wins, and accelerating integration. When implemented effectively, such programs strengthen retention, protect leadership investments, and enhance organizational performance.