January 2009
Getting off to a flyer
At Spindler we like to ensure that our candidates get off to the best possible start in their new roles. We have therefore decided to give every successful Spindler candidate a complimentary copy of Michael Watkins' excellent book 'The first 90 days'. The book (which is reviewed elsewhere on this website) is an extremely helpful reference for anyone starting in a new executive position.
According to Pat Perridge, "The book will enable a new executive to plan effectively and to prepare for difficulties not previously considered, and to develop a real understanding of what success will look like. This book works well for experienced managers and promotes the creation of a purposeful strategy for those crucial 90 days. There are few managers undergoing transition who would not benefit from reading and acting on this professional guide to leadership in a new organisation."
He continued, "It's our experience that the first three months of a new job are critical in setting the tone and establishing long term success for both our candidates and clients. This is why we maintain regular contact with our successful candidates during this period. We hope that this book will help our candidates to be even better than they already are!"
