You’ve just stepped into a new role. The ink is barely dry on your contract, and already, the weight of expectation is pressing down on you.
Whether you’re a seasoned leader at a new organisation or a manager stepping into a bigger role, one thing is certain: your first 100 days will define your trajectory. It’s a period of intense pressure, rapid learning and critical first impressions. Every action (or inaction) shapes perceptions, credibility and long-term success.
The reality of your first 100 days
Conventional wisdom tells us that leaders need time to settle in, observe and slowly build influence. But businesses don’t have time for “slowly”. They want impact – yesterday. And in an unforgiving professional landscape, the grace period for proving yourself is shrinking fast.
The moment you walk through those doors, people are forming opinions about your leadership, your vision and your ability to deliver.
- Your peers are scrutinising your every move
- Your team is wondering: Are you a strong leader? Can they trust you?
- Your bosses are waiting to see if you’ll deliver on what you promised
At City CV, we understand the weight of this moment. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce our First 100 Days Coaching Programme, a high-impact, personalised coaching experience that empowers leaders, managers and executives to integrate, build credibility fast and make an immediate impact.
Why so many new leaders struggle at the beginning
50-70% of executives fail within their first 18 months – but it’s not a lack of capability. If you’ve earned this role, you clearly have the skills and experience. The challenge lies in the transition itself:
- You’re expected to deliver before you’ve found your footing. There’s little time for a learning curve. Your stakeholders want a return on their investment.
- Teams are more skeptical than ever – especially in hybrid and remote environments where trust-building is harder.
- Influence isn’t automatic. Even if you’re a seasoned leader, new environments mean new dynamics. Your past success doesn’t guarantee immediate buy-in.
- The weight of expectation can be isolating. It’s easy to feel like you have to prove yourself alone, especially if your predecessor left big shoes to fill.
- Early mistakes can have lasting consequences. A misstep in those first months – an ill-judged decision, a failure to read company culture, weak stakeholder engagement – sets a precedent that can be difficult to undo.
- The expectations on leaders today are unprecedented. Organisations are leaner, shareholder scrutiny is sharper and business cycles are faster.
On top of all that, most leaders don’t even get a roadmap for these first 100 days. This is why we felt it was important to create a programme that proactively supports professionals as they make this crucial transition.
What makes First 100 Days Coaching different?
Most leadership coaching happens after a leader starts struggling. But by then, the damage is often done. Our approach ensures that from day one, you walk in with clarity, confidence and a strategy that puts you in control.
- Struggling to establish authority? The First 100 Days Coaching Programme provides a fast track to influence, helping you establish credibility, build key relationships and communicate with impact.
- Feeling like an outsider in an unfamiliar culture? Gain immediate clarity and direction with tailored support that helps you align with business goals while decoding company culture, helping you integrate seamlessly into your new environment.
- Getting lost in the politics of a new workplace? Strengthen your decision-making skills to navigate challenges with confidence. Learn to read the unspoken dynamics of your organisation and position yourself as a strategic leader.
- Failing to communicate a compelling vision early enough? Your dedicated coach helps define your leadership style and refine your messaging, so you can inspire, influence and gain buy-in from key stakeholders from the outset.
Everything is precision-tailored to your unique challenges, leadership style and organisational landscape. While others scramble to implement broad advice, you’ll gain the tools and actionable strategies needed to instantly deliver measurable changes and build a solid foundation for sustainable, career-defining growth.
Hit the ground leading with expert coaching
No one rises to the top by accident. Behind every leader who makes an effortless transition into a new role, there’s a game plan, one built on strategy, insight and expert guidance.
City CV’s First 100 Days Coaching is here to help you seize the moment and accelerate your success. One recent participant put it best:
“Coaching with City CV gave me the strength and determination to achieve my goals and think beyond the immediate future. It absolutely ensured I had the best possible foundation for success.”
Talk to us today to find out more about how we can support you in those first 100 days.