From New VP to Trusted Team Leader

A newly promoted VP built confidence, influence, and leadership clarity through targeted executive coaching in her first six months.

Case Details

Role: VP of Product Delivery

Team Size Managed: 9 teams, 79 total employees

Year: 2025

Tags: Team, KPIs, communication, trust

Project Duration: 6 Month

Coaching Tools Used

Executive Onboarding & Transition Framework
Leadership KPIs & Accountability Tracker
Team Engagement Playbook
1:1 Feedback Loop Templates

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Based in Dallas, TX

Leveling Up Leadership — One VP at a Time

Industry : Enterprise Technology
Location : San Jose, CA
Role Coached : Newly promoted Vice President
Coaching Services : 1:1 Executive Coaching
Coaching Tools Used:
Executive Onboarding & Transition Framework
Leadership KPIs & Accountability Tracker
Team Engagement Playbook
1:1 Feedback Loop Templates

The Challenge

A newly appointed VP at ElevateTech had deep technical expertise but limited leadership experience. Managing multiple cross-functional teams was overwhelming, KPIs were unclear, and performance reviews lacked consistency. The executive struggled with confidence in setting direction and motivating teams.

The Coaching Approach

We began with a leadership assessment to identify strengths and blind spots. Over 6 months, we built a coaching plan focused on team management, strategic delegation, and KPIs. We used frameworks around emotional intelligence, meeting rhythms, and team motivation.

Key Shfits Made

Defined clear KPIs tied to business outcomes
Introduced weekly 1:1s and team check-ins
Shifted from directive to empowering leadership style
Established feedback loops and recognition systems

Results Achieved

Improved team engagement by 35%
Reduced team turnover risk by aligning expectations
Delivered key product milestone 3 weeks early
VP now leads with clarity and confidence across departments

Before & After: Coaching Impact

Challenge

Unclear performance metrics
Poor team alignment & inconsistent communication
Command-control style causing friction
Self-doubt in new executive role
Teams behind on deadlines

After Coaching

Defined KPIs linked to strategic business goals
Weekly team rhythms, clear expectations, 1:1s
Shifted to empowering leadership and trust-building
Confidence in communication and decision-making
Major product release delivered 3 weeks early

Customer Reviews of the Case

“Sekar helped me find my voice as a leader. I went from managing tasks to inspiring my team — and it’s showing in our results.”

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Tracy Wang

VP of Product Delivery, Technolgy Company
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