Know What Sets Our Knowledge Apart

Guiding Leaders with Expertise

Experience That Makes a Difference

At Executive Springboard, we understand that senior leaders require more than just generic advice or standard development programs. Our mentors are executives who bring real-world experience, credibility, and a commitment to your leaders’ ongoing success. We believe that the right support can make all the difference in helping executives navigate complex challenges and achieve lasting impact.

Executive Springboard versus coaching and internal mentoring

Executive Coaching Internal Mentoring Executive Springboard
Background
Most often HR or psychology
Interested Senior Manager
100% with relevant management experience
Tasks
Remedial or developmental
Specific competency improvement
Goal-centered on performance
Career progression
Cultural diffusion
Development, assimilation, change management
Cultural agility, political savvy, EQ
Performance and relationship-building
Sounding board for decision-making
Pre-work
360° feedback
Proprietary assessment
None
360° feedback
Proprietary assessments
Toolkits with reading materials/thought exercises
Session format
Penetrating questions by coach
Self-discovery by coachee
Conversation
Mentor relaxes power dynamic
Conversation
No risk to vulnerability
Duration
6-12 months
1 year or longer
8 months
Reporting
Coach may report to organization
Mentor may report goals attained
Mentee, not mentor reports to organization

Why Internal Mentors Fall Short for Senior Leaders

Unlocking the Unique Value of External Executive Mentoring
  • – Limited Frequency, Limited Impact: Internal mentoring sessions are often too sporadic to drive meaningful change for senior executives, leaving gaps in support and development.
  • – Lack of Suitable Expertise: Few within the organization possess the specific functional experience or perspective needed to effectively mentor senior leaders through complex challenges.
  • – Barriers to Vulnerability: Executives are unlikely to be fully open with internal colleagues, making it difficult to address sensitive issues or personal growth opportunities.
  • – True Confidentiality and Growth: External mentors provide a safe, confidential environment. With Executive Springboard, progress is reported by the mentee, allowing for honest dialogue and genuine development.

Executive Springboard differs from coaching and internal mentoring by offering a confidential, experience-driven partnership that empowers leaders to thrive. Our mentors bring practical wisdom, foster genuine growth, and help executives create a lasting impact within their organizations.