50% of new executives fail –
but you can learn to be bombproof.
Being a new to role executive is difficult. A lack of contextual knowledge, chronic corporate misalignment, and early costly missteps can doom new leaders before they really have a chance to lead.
But it doesn’t have to be this way. With the right information, new executives can thrive.
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Bombproof is a field-proven guide for the new-to-role executive.
Executive coach Emily Bermes distills the insights she’s gleaned from over a decade of helping hundreds of new leaders succeed in challenging roles to help you thrive in yours.
Does this sound familiar?
You’re excited about your new responsibilities – but you’re also overwhelmed.
You have upward ambition for leadership – but you want to be prepared to lead well.
The honeymoon period of your new role has ended – and now the challenges are clear.
Bombproof will transform how you approach your executive onboarding period.
Inside, you’ll learn:
· Why the 50% failure rate is likely to remain consistent
· Why 100-day plans don’t work
· The three critical factors new executives must understand to lead well
· A framework to uncover each factor and remove friction in your new initiatives
· How to overcome the anxiety and fear of being a new executive
It’s insight based on years of battle-tested strategies that have been verified in the trenches of executive leadership.
Praise for Emily Bermes and Bombproof
“Great advice based on real-world examples. A must-read for anyone that wishes to be successful in a new executive role by learning from experiences of others!”
– Sonja Cox, CEO at Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative
“It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”
– Peter Illian, SVP at Discover
“This book could not be more on point with the evolving challenges of executive onboarding. This is a must-read and provides game-changing insights.”
– Michael Pulcanio, CHRO at Schwans
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About Emily Bermes
As the CEO of a human capital consulting firm, Emily has devoted her career to helping executives—from Fortune 100 companies to industry-shifting startups—successfully assimilate into new roles, create strong teams, and develop cultures that attract and retain the best talent.
Combining more than 20 years of experience as a partner level management consultant and executive coach with her background as a quantitative researcher, Emily is a master at creating customized, elegant solutions for the toughest organizational and human capital challenges. She has successfully assimilated nearly 100 executives across multiple industries.
She is married to her very best friend, and they share four adult children. Together they enjoy outdoor adventure of any kind. Emily is an avid equestrian and a student of dressage.
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Speaking
Emily is available to speak at any public or private corporate event.
Formats are flexible and can include keynotes, breakout sessions, large group presentations, and half-day sessions.
Speaking fees start at $10,000 and are adjusted based on audience, length of presentation, and audio/video rights.
Travel arrangements are also required.
For more information on having Emily speak at your event, please inquire using the form below.