People Power: Elevating Leadership Development and Culture for Fast-Growth Success
For companies experiencing rapid growth, people development and leadership development are critical to sustaining success.
Yet, amidst the constant demands on leaders, it can be challenging to prioritise these areas. Executives striving to build resilient, high-performing teams now have access to essential insights through our exclusive three-part livestream series.
In this first session, executive coaches Yewande Faloyin and Janine Esbrand—both seasoned experts in people and leadership development—share insights on managing people effectively in fast-growth environments.
By addressing the top questions executives face around company culture, strategic focus, and communication, they provide a roadmap for elevating leadership capabilities and strengthening teams.
Meet the Experts in Leadership Development
Yewande Faloyin
Yewande Faloyin is a business advisor, McKinsey alum, and certified executive leadership coach. Her mission is to help leaders focus their energy and drive business impact through advanced leadership development, which she provide through her company, OTITO Leadership. Before OTITO, she held leadership positions at McKinsey and Morgan Stanley, where she led high-performing teams and advised C-suite clients on complex people development strategies.
Janine Esbrand
Janine Esbrand, is a certified executive coach, career development specialist, and speaker. I specialise in people development, using tools like DISC profiling and group coaching to empower leaders. Before launching my coaching company, she was a corporate/commercial lawyer for national firms and in-house counsel for international companies and startups.”
Why Leadership and People Development Matter for Fast-Growth Companies
Executives and organisational leaders are pulled in many directions, and people-centered initiatives may sometimes be sidelined. However, people development is the key differentiator for sustainable success. This series is designed to help leaders prioritise people and leadership development, gaining insights into proven strategies for fast-growth companies.
Throughout this livestream session, Yewande and Janine discuss four common people development challenges for fast-growth companies, offering actionable insights executives can use immediately.
Key Topics in Leadership and People Development
1. Establishing and Maintaining Company Culture Through Growth
Culture isn’t just a vague concept; it’s a tangible asset that drives success. Leaders should document their culture, ensuring it aligns with purpose and values and actively manage it as they grow. By creating a “culture engine,” leaders empower teams to reinforce this culture, driving both internal alignment and external recognition for the company’s values.
2. Shifting Leaders to Strategic Thinking
As companies grow, leaders must evolve from “doing” to thinking strategically. This shift is fundamental for leadership development and requires delegating responsibilities that no longer serve their primary focus. By developing strategic thinking and spending more time on long-term planning, leaders can set the stage for sustained growth and effective people development.
3. Communicating Effectively to Maintain Alignment
Effective communication is crucial for keeping all levels of the organisation aligned with its mission. To foster alignment, companies should adopt a structured communication cadence—whether weekly, monthly, or quarterly—and ensure the format resonates with the team. This approach strengthens trust and keeps people engaged in a fast-changing environment, supporting overall people development.
4. Developing New Managers to Embody Leadership
Newly appointed managers need guidance in leadership development to understand and embody organisational values. By defining leadership expectations, addressing skill gaps, and providing development opportunities, companies can support these managers in acting as effective leaders, contributing to a strong leadership culture and robust people development.
What’s Next in the People Development Series?
In future sessions, Yewande and Janine will share real-world case studies and strategies for leadership development in fast-growing companies. Follow us to stay updated on how to prioritise people development, and if you’re a leader interested in more personalised support, reach out to book a consultation call.