Organizational Development

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Our Organizational Development process is unique in its ability to merge business strategy, leadership development and performance improvement into one consistent implementation model.  This model is based on the most extensive leadership research ever conducted and over 50 years of experience working with organizations.

A proven, common-sense Total Leader model provides services in a single, comprehensive process designed to meet specific organizational needs:

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Motivational Leadership
  • Personal Leadership
  • Personal Productivity

 

 

johann-wolfgang-von-goetheThings which matter most must never be at the mercy of things which matter least

- Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

 

We move theory into practical application with services and tools that enhance the organization’s existing processes. This total solution drives company growth, realizes desired vision and delivers the ultimate goal – achieving measurable and sustainable results.

We also know that every organization is unique. Some wish to do it themselves and are only seeking supplemental advice and support; others require a greater level of support and want to engage an expert to drive the program. However you choose to tackle these issues, LMI is committed to working with you to meet your specific needs.

In addition, we provide a variety of targeted services to our clients, including:

  • Leadership Succession
  • Employee Selection Systems for both Hiring and Promotion
  • Business Succession Planning
  • Organizational Surveys
  • Leadership Development and Coaching
  • Speaking Engagements
  • Online eLearning

    Why Strategy Matters

    • 95% of a typical workforce doesn't understand its organization's strategy1
    • 90% of organizations fail to execute their strategies successfully1
    • 86% of executive teams spend less than one hour per month discussing strategy1
    • 60% of organizations don't link strategy to budgeting1
    • 73% of companies that outperform their peers have a formal process for communicating strategy to employees1
    • Strategy execution is the #1 concern of CEOs worldwide2
    • Only 12% of companies successfully execute their strategy3

    12006 Balanced Scorecard Collaborative Survey
    2The Conference Board, 2007 CEO Challenge
    3Balanced Scorecard Collaborative and Cognos joint study, 2006

    Why Management Training?

    • Only 17% of managers are effective at getting results--most struggle to balance short and long term responsibilities1
    • According to a recent 20 year study involving over 800 people, employees with competent management are 30% less likely to develop heart disease2
    • Only 15% of managers have any management training and yet are held accountable for the performance of others
    • Management training is often subjective, sometimes even negative and destructive, and not validated by scientific evidence
    • An evidence-based model for effective management exists and it can be learned1

    1Hall, J. (1988). Models for management: The structure of competence: Classic theories and facts about managing people
    2Kivimaki M, Ferrie JE, Brunner E, Head J, Shipley MJ, Vahtera J et al., (2005). Justice at work and reduced risk of coronary heart disease among employees: The Whitehall II Study.