Interim leadership

Interim leadership — temporary leadership with strategic impact

Interim leadership involves an experienced leader taking over a key role for a limited period to lead the company through an important change, growth phase or crisis situation.

For whom?

The service is aimed at decision-makers — CEO, board of directors or owners — who are faced with business-critical situations where the regular leadership or organization needs replacement or reinforcement. It is a flexible and secure solution to handle different scenarios. Perhaps you are in the midst of a major change or realignment that requires experienced hands at the helm. Perhaps the company is growing at a rapid pace and you need temporary reinforcement to keep your focus on the most important things. There may also be acute crises where rapid action is essential, or more planned shifts requiring specific skills during a transition period.

Interim solutions are suitable, among other things, when:

• The company is undergoing changes in ownership— for example in the event of a change of ownership, business acquisition or merger, where an acting leader ensures stability and momentum during the transition.
• The business is in a growth phase or expansion and needs to be structured for the next level.
• The company has received new requirements of owners or investors (e.g. a venture capital company) that expects quick results.The organization needs to carry out re-structuring or turnaround to reverse negative profitability or deal with a crisis.
• One generational change This is the door of an owner-managed company. An external interim CEO can then act as a bridge — driving the company forward and preparing the next generation before it takes over.
  Above are just a few examples — each assignment is tailored to the company's unique situation.

(Above are just a few examples — each assignment is tailored to the company's unique situation.)

What to expect

Flexibility in scope: The interim plan is tailored to your needs. The assignment can be on a full-time, part-time or project basis, depending on the situation and budget. Perhaps a full-time interim CEO is needed for six months, or a change leader who coaches the organization a couple of days a week during a longer project.

Structured way of working: I work methodically to quickly establish order and results. At the beginning of the assignment, I conduct a thorough analysis of the current situation and develop a clear action plan with priority actions.

Long-term benefit: An interim solution is not only about a fire brigade response for the time being, but also about equipping the organisation for the future.

When the CEO then takes over, he can do so in a business that is already on track, a strengthened team and perhaps a new corporate culture characterized by increased focus on results. In short, the effect of the interim mission is felt even after the interim leader leaves, in the form of an organization that is more steadfast in the face of future challenges.

This is how we start

Getting started with an interim solution is quick and smooth. Unconditional meeting & needs analysis: We start with a first call or meeting where we together with you (CEO, board representative or other key person) go through your business, current challenges and objectives. Here, identify the type of interim role and skills that would bring you the greatest value. We also discuss practical issues — what does the timeframe look like and what existing resources or ongoing initiatives we need to take into account. All information is handled confidentially and the purpose of the meeting is for both parties to get a clear picture of the needs.

Tailor-made proposal: After the initial needs meeting, I will develop a concrete plan for the assignment. You will receive a clear quote and plan describing the mission's focus areas, scope (e.g. fulltime/part-time) and a preliminary timetable. You also get the cost picture in advance — with KLRAB there are no hidden fees or surprises.

Appointment & start-up: Once we have an agreement in place (and necessary agreements, including confidentiality agreements, are signed) I can be in place as the interim leader. Clear communication to the organization from day one is important, and the work focuses directly on the priority actions identified. I maintain a close dialogue with you throughout the mission and conduct ongoing follow-ups, to ensure that everything is progressing as expected and to be able to adjust efforts as necessary.

When you hire an interim solution through KLRAB, you don't just get an interim manager — you get a partner who takes ownership of the challenge with you. I am there every step of the way, from initial analysis to final follow-up, with the goal of delivering concrete results and at the same time making myself redundant as soon as the assignment is completed. In this way, you can feel confident that the company is both dealing with the emergency situation and is better equipped for the future. Interim leadership is an investment in quick impact and long-term improvement — just when you need it most.