Michael K. Burroughs

Michael Burroughs is a veteran Fortune 500 organization development executive, leadership coach, executive recruiter and retired US Army colonel. He is the President of Burroughs International and owner of the Executive Integration Network on LinkedIn. His new book, Before Onboarding, outlines a proven methodology for integrating new leaders quickly and effectively into their new roles.

Why is this important? Studies show that 40 to 50% of outside hired senior executives ultimately fail in their jobs. Internal promotees succeed at a higher rate (but not by much). Moreover, what happens in the first 90 days a new leader is onboard often determines his or her ultimate outcome.

The process described in Before Onboarding focuses on the first 90 days. New leaders arrive fully prepared to secure early wins; avoid costly, preventable mistakes; rapidly blend with and meet or exceed the expectations of their stakeholders; and sustain their early successes long term. This is a "pre-boarding", facilitator-led process. It begins when an offer is accepted and culminates 90 days after the start date. The new leader arrives with a "Blueprint for Success" that ensures the right things are done in the right order and in the right way during the first 90 days.

Michael is available to recruit, integrate and coach new executives, and for public speaking engagements on the subject of executive transitions. He also prepares internal professionals to conduct this innovative service for their own organizations. You can reach Michael at mike@michaelkburroughs.com.