DYC Summary Case Study Mar 16
- 1. I want to be an impactful, strategic communicator. To truly understand what I want for my career and how to take the next steps Improve my leadership confidence Refocus my career following maternity leave To explore how I can make myself more marketable outside of my current role About the Program The DYC program is for high-potential men and women looking to develop their leadership capabilities and accelerate their careers. The program incorporates 5 key areas of personal and professional growth, to: 1. Establish career clarity and direction 2. Regain confidence and create powerful mentoring relationships 3. Build a personal brand 4. Communicate with influence and Impact 5. Develop strategies and skills to sustain high performance and life balance The twelve-week DYC program combines self, program, and peer-guided learning approaches in online and offline settings. It includes weekly power coaching and collaborative peer coaching sessions, mentor circles, networking opportunities, as well as a vast range of high-quality resources to maximise the program experience. The Starting Point At the beginning of the program all participants (80) in the 2015 cohort were involved in an online survey to assess where they were at with regards to key capabilities the program was designed to develop, and also to help them clarify their key goal or objective for attending the program. Overall, participants began their experience with very low rates of perceived capability in regards to career clarity, understanding of their personal brand, and external networking skills. They largely lacked self-belief, and rated poorly in their maintenance of a healthy work/life balance. Within my job I have very little clarity about progress or longer term roles and haven't had any for some time. I am currently experiencing a ' crisis in my confidence'. Feeling deskilled and stuck in my position. I struggle to challenge myself or put myself in challenging positions. I want to understand the difference in being promoted for doing good work vs. being able to manage people at higher levels. As a result, some of the common goals participants set for the program included: The DYC Program Experience The programs collaborative approach had a personalising and engaging effect on participants. Many felt they could relate to others experiences, share solutions, offer fresh perspectives 2015 Program Case Study To hear more about the DYC Program experience visit our website
- 2. Through networking opportunities I have built my professional contacts and gained greater clarity into possible career options for the future. For the first time I have defined my career goals, meaning I have taken the time to make a considered and thoughtful decision. The consequence is that I am now confident about my next steps to develop my career. and ideas, and hold each other accountable to their goals and progression. I thought the program was very well structured. The balance of peer support, power coaching, mentor circles, interviews with exemplars, videos and workbooks was excellent for adult education. It allowed different learning styles and personalities to be catered for and allowed particular issues of concern to receive different approaches. The advice provided through the power coaching sessions were well pitched and welcomed. Results Participants were asked to self assess their perceived capability at both the beginning and end of the program across several areas on a scale of 1-10 (where 1 represents no capability and 10 100% capability). As you can see, the cohort lifted their ratings on every capability over the course of the program Return on Investment Participants gained vision, clarity, and direction around their career goals. They were given tools to remain focused and resilient and understand the impact of their mindset on their performance. They learned to apply these tools to their relationships and work/life balance. Several participants also reported being more confident to lean into new opportunities and responsibilities. The program developed participants communication skills to increase influence and impact across interactions with colleagues, managers, and any stakeholders. The program broadened internal and external networks, and provided several strategic frameworks for dealing with conflict, negotiation, people management, problem solving and decision-making. Testimonials I identified my career goals, and utilised this information to conduct a more efficient approach to career progression. This resulted in an improved personal brand amongst the office, and me placing my best foot forward in search of more responsibility and further development. I have worked out that if you focus on what you are good at and what you enjoy doing rather than what you perceive is expected of you, you can achieve career progression with greater confidence. My confidence in the workplace has improved and I now "back myself" to make career advancements. I have discussed this confidently with my manager and am about to act in a senior position for a short period in January. 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Clarity of career goals/ direc;on Personal brand posi;on Self-belief In鍖uence and impact Stakeholder management (senior) Networking skills (externally) Life balance Baseline Average % Increase over Program 47% 34% 20% 21% 22% 29% 20% To hear more about the DYC Program experience visit our website