The First 100 Days Sample
Key Deliverables: First 100 Days
Days 15-30: Strategic Alignment and Planning
Days 1-14: Immersion and Assessment
- Refined strategic plan with OKRs, KPIs, and KRIs
- Initial process optimization recommendations and implementations
- Financial forecast for the next quarter
- Talent assessment and development plan
- Client journey map and initial retention strategy
- Comprehensive 100-day review report
Days 1-14: Immersion and Assessment
Days 15-30: Strategic Alignment and Planning
Days 1-14: Immersion and Assessment
- Day 1: Meet with the CEO and executive team to clarify expectations, communication channels, and access to necessary systems/data. Review the company's mission, vision, and values.
- Days 2-5: Conduct a thorough review of existing company documentation (strategic plans, financials, org charts, etc.) and gather initial insights on strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities.
- Days 6-10: Shadow key employees and attend departmental meetings to understand workflows, processes, and decision-making structures.
- Days 11-14: Begin initial client interviews and surveys to gain insights into their needs and satisfaction levels.
Days 15-30: Strategic Alignment and Planning
Days 15-30: Strategic Alignment and Planning
Days 31-60: Operational Optimization and Implementation
- Days 15-20: Facilitate strategic planning sessions with the executive team, focusing on refining or establishing OKRs, KPIs, and KRIs.
- Days 21-25: Collaborate with the CTO and CISO to assess current technology infrastructure and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Days 26-30: Present initial findings from the client needs assessment and begin mapping out the client journey.
Days 31-60: Operational Optimization and Implementation
Days 31-60: Operational Optimization and Implementation
Days 31-60: Operational Optimization and Implementation
- Days 31-35: Work with department heads to map out current processes, identify bottlenecks, and develop plans for optimization.
- Days 36-45: Implement initial process improvements and track their impact on operational efficiency.
- Days 46-50: Review and refine project plans for any current initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Days 51-60: Work with the HR team to assess current talent, identify gaps, and develop strategies for recruitment and retention.
Days 61-90: Financial Oversight and Change Management
Days 31-60: Operational Optimization and Implementation
Days 61-90: Financial Oversight and Change Management
- Days 61-65: Dive into financial data to analyze trends, identify areas for cost reduction, and develop a budget forecast for the next quarter.
- Days 66-75: Work with department heads to implement cost-saving measures and monitor their effectiveness.
- Days 76-85: Develop a communication plan to keep stakeholders informed of the changes being made and their rationale.
- Days 86-90: Begin implementing the client retention strategy, focusing on enhancing communication and personalized support.
Days 91-100: Review, Refinement, and Next Steps
Days 31-60: Operational Optimization and Implementation
Days 61-90: Financial Oversight and Change Management
- Days 91-95: Present a comprehensive 100-day review to the CEO and executive team, highlighting achievements, challenges, and next steps.
- Days 96-100: Finalize the annual operating budget, refine the strategic plan, and establish a regular cadence for performance reporting.