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How to successfully train interim managers in a structured manner<\/span><\/h1><\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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Interim managers support companies in critical situations or with special projects. Their assignments are temporary and geared towards quick results from the outset. Structured onboarding is therefore crucial to ensure that interim managers create added value from day one. Key factors for successful interim mandates include prompt induction, clear target definition, effective stakeholder management and transparent communication. Unlike regular new hires, there is no time for months of settling in – interim managers have to deliver from day one. A permanent manager usually uses the famous first 100 days for orientation, whereas a temporary manager often only has this period of time to already fulfill the assignment. Find out how companies use planning and efficient processes to ensure that interim managers are ready for immediate deployment.<\/p>

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Onboarding of interim managers<\/a><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\n\n<\/div>
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How roles and communication support interim managers<\/a><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\n\n<\/div>
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How to overcome common challenges in interim onboarding<\/a><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\n\n<\/div>
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Productive from day 1<\/span>How to successfully onboard interim managers<\/span><\/h2>

Successful onboarding begins before the first day of the assignment. First of all, it is important to carefully select the interim manager, who should fit into the company culturally as well as professionally(cultural fit). Once a suitable manager has been found, thorough preparations must be made: All relevant information – organizational charts, current key figures, reports, project plans, etc. – should be compiled and made available. Companies should clearly define in advance why the interim assignment is necessary. Such background information will speed up the interim manager’s introduction and enable quick initial results.<\/p> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n

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Creating early communication and acceptance<\/span><\/h2>

It is important to inform the workforce openly before the interim manager starts work. This ensures that the role and tasks are clearly communicated, rumors are avoided and acceptance is encouraged. Temporary managers should specifically address any reservations, which further shortens the already very short onboarding phase. The commitment of top management is essential: ideally, the client (management or board) should personally introduce the interim manager to the team and signal support for their role. Particularly in delicate situations (e.g. restructuring), it must be clear that top management is behind the interim manager and the measures to be taken. A personal introduction – via video message if necessary – underlines this support and helps the interim manager to establish themselves as an authority figure within the company.<\/p> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n

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Efficient start on the first day<\/span><\/h2>

A tight induction plan should be in place on the first day. Interim managers must come on board quickly and efficiently in order to take on responsibility immediately.<\/p>

Best practices are here:<\/p>