ASCEND Path
for New Leaders

ASCEND Companion is a continuous support program that helps new leaders succeed in their transition from a technical expert role to that of a manager or director.

This program is based on the same fundamental principles as the ASCEND programs, but in the form of knowledge acquisition modules via email.

The leader can decide when to begin the program according to the following phases:

• Upcoming promotion
• Newly promoted (less than 90 days)
• End of “honeymoon phase” (3 to 5 months)
• Less than one year in position
• Less than three years in position
• More than three years in position

Program Objectives

ASCEND Discovery aims to help you:

• Understand the fundamental differences between an expert role and a leadership role;
• Develop a structured roadmap based on your seniority level;
• Map and engage your key stakeholders;
• Establish effective leader communication;
• Define strategic objectives that mobilize your team.

Program Structure

The program runs continuously, with three emails per week containing:

• Key concepts on a specific leadership theme
• Practical exercises that can be applied immediately
• “Non-negotiable” actions for concrete implementation
• Additional resources to explore each topic in depth

This program is for…

• Technical experts promoted to or currently in a leadership role
• Professionals looking to prepare for a future promotion

Why choose ASCEND Discovery?

• Adapted: you begin the program according to your seniority
• Practical: tools and methods applicable from the very next day
• Flexible: follow the program at your own pace
• In-depth: possibility to progress to ASCEND Accelerator (6-week digital program) or ASCEND Horizon (12-week personalized support)

How to register?

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Intensive six-week asynchronous online training for technical experts promoted to leadership and management roles.

The ASCEND Accelerator program is specifically designed to help new managers quickly succeed in their new role. It allows human resources managers or executives to offer fast and effective support to their recently promoted managers or those about to be promoted.

This program lasts only 12 days and is conducted entirely online. Each day, a clear and precise module is offered so that participants can easily learn what they need to know to effectively manage their new responsibilities.

With ASCEND Accelerator, each new manager receives daily follow-up. This follow-up ensures that what they learn is immediately put into practice. From the beginning of the program, a list of clear objectives (KPIs and OKRs) is created according to the specific needs of the company, the manager’s specific role, and the company culture.

At the end of each day, the manager completes a short report to show what they have accomplished, which objectives they have achieved, and which challenges remain to be addressed.

A highly personalized program

Each program begins with an individual interview to personalize the training according to the manager’s reality. The following elements are considered to adjust the program:

• • The manager’s company as a whole (industry sector, positioning, strategic objectives)
  • The job description (expectations, responsibility, objectives, etc.)
  • The manager’s career path (past, present, future goals, etc.)
  • Stakeholders (hierarchy, board of directors, executive committee, etc.)

Each program is covered by a confidentiality agreement ensuring data protection.

Characteristics

• • 6 complete weeks of digital support;
  • Reinforced and constant daily support via email or SMS to quickly address urgent questions and concerns;
  • Detailed performance reports through daily and weekly analyses based on KPIs and OKRs defined at the beginning of the program and precisely adapted to the company’s reality;
  • Advanced digital intelligence through the use of innovative analytical and digital tools to constantly refine the manager’s personal and professional development;
  • Personalized business intelligence: exclusive access to tailored resources and information to strengthen strategic and operational decision-making;
  • Dashboard to track and visualize progress, achievements, and goals met in real-time, promoting better performance management

Why choose ASCEND Accelerator for your managers?

ASCEND Accelerator helps new managers easily transition from a technical position to a leadership position. It teaches them the essential fundamentals to succeed in communication, team leadership, and achieving set objectives.

Thanks to ASCEND Accelerator, the new manager will be able to:

• • Clearly understand their new role by explicitly identifying expectations and new responsibilities;
  • Quickly acquire the basic skills to communicate effectively, lead their team, and gain confidence
    as a leader;
  • Immediately implement concrete actions with simple and practical tools to quickly create positive changes;
  • Effectively prepare for further development, laying solid foundations to eventually follow a more comprehensive program, including individual coaching and interactive workshops.

Advantages and benefits

• • Quick and effective adaptation to the new position;
  • Rapid gain in autonomy and confidence;
  • Immediate development of key skills;
  • Continuous monitoring to ensure implementation;
  • Precise alignment with the specific needs of the company.

Next step

Contact us to schedule a free, no-obligation presentation meeting.

Intensive 12-week individual coaching for technical experts promoted to leadership and management roles.

ASCEND Horizon is the advanced and comprehensive version of the ASCEND Accelerator program, specially designed for new leaders seeking a complete transition and personalized support over an extended period of 12 weeks.

In direct collaboration with a dedicated professional coach, this intensive program is adapted to your company. It considers the operational challenges specific to your organization. The unique culture of your company is also taken into account. The program integrates precise expectations related to the leader’s role. Their strategic involvement in the overall development of the organization is also addressed.

ASCEND Horizon is not limited to transferring general skills: it integrates an in-depth and constant reflection on the company’s strategy to ensure optimal and sustainable adaptation of the manager to their new leadership position.

A highly personalized program

Each program begins with an individual interview to personalize the training according to the manager’s reality. The following elements are considered to adjust the program:

• • The manager’s company as a whole (industry sector, positioning, strategic objectives)
  • The job description (expectations, responsibility, objectives, etc.)
  • The manager’s career path (past, present, future goals, etc.)
  • Stakeholders (hierarchy, board of directors, executive committee, etc.)

Each program is covered by a confidentiality agreement ensuring data protection.

Why choose ASCEND Horizon?

Choosing ASCEND Horizon means investing in a fully personalized, strategic and intensive support, providing new leaders with all the necessary tools for effective role integration and powerful leadership from the very first weeks. This program stands out for its ability to precisely address the specific needs and objectives of the manager while taking into account the particular challenges of the company.

ASCEND Horizon thus guarantees a measurable impact, allowing the new leader to fully and quickly integrate into their functions, while maximizing their contribution to the company’s long-term development strategy.

At the end of the training, the new manager will be able to:

• • Fully and effectively assume their leadership role from day one;
  • Establish and achieve clear and measurable objectives (KPIs and OKRs);
  • Communicate with confidence and positively influence their team;
  • Develop relevant strategies aligned with business objectives;
  • Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of operational performance;
  • Strengthen their autonomy and ability to effectively manage leadership challenges;
  • Demonstrate a better understanding and integration of organizational culture.

Characteristics

• • 12 complete weeks of intensive and personalized support;
  • A weekly in-depth 45-minute session with a dedicated personal executive coach;
  • An additional weekly 10-minute follow-up call to continuously adjust the action plan and ensure optimal progress;
  • Reinforced and constant daily support via email or SMS to quickly address urgent questions and concerns;
  • Detailed performance reports through daily and weekly analyses based on KPIs and OKRs defined at the beginning of the program and precisely adapted to the company’s reality;
  • Advanced digital intelligence through the use of innovative analytical and digital tools to constantly refine the manager’s personal and professional development;
  • Personalized business intelligence: exclusive access to tailored resources and information to strengthen strategic and operational decision-making;
  • Dashboard to track and visualize progress, achievements, and goals met in real-time, promoting better performance management.

Next step

Contact us to schedule a free, no-obligation presentation meeting.

Intensive one-day in-person training for new leaders from the same company who want to quickly acquire the fundamentals of leadership in a group setting.
This service perfectly complements the ASCEND Accelerator and ASCEND Horizon programs by offering a collaborative and interactive approach.

A practice-oriented one-day training

The group training brings together several participants from the same company for a concentrated session during which they will explore the essential skills for assuming their new role. This format promotes the exchange of experiences and sharing of best practices, while allowing participants to address concrete and interactive cases.
Through participatory workshops, simulations, and role-playing exercises, participants will learn to:

• Identify their main leadership strengths;
• Define clear objectives (KPIs and OKRs) for their new role;
• Communicate effectively and motivate their teams;
• Adopt practical tools for optimal management from day one.

Advantages and benefits

• Rapid acquisition of basic leadership skills;
• Interactive environment promoting collaborative learning;
• Immediate application of knowledge through practical exercises;
• Adaptation to the specific challenges of the company through a tailored approach;
• Strengthening team cohesion by sharing experiences and winning strategies.

Characteristics

• Full-day training, adapted to company needs;
• Interactive sessions and practical group workshops;
  Training materials and concrete tools for quick implementation;
• Possibility to customize certain modules according to the strategic objectives of the organization.

Next step

Contact us to schedule a free, no-obligation presentation meeting.