Case Studies
H&M Group
Using Digital Learning to Develop Leaders
H&M Group is a multinational clothing and retail company operating in 74 countries. Having enjoyed previous success in developing leaders using SLII® from Blanchard®, the organization recently piloted an online targeted program to teach core leadership skills to leaders at different levels in their careers. Employees in production facilities around the world participated in a six-week digital learning journey to learn practical frameworks and essentials from Blanchard’s most impactful training programs.
Luxottica
Creating a Culture of Belonging at Luxottica
Luxottica, is a world leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of fashion, luxury and sports eyewear. The new leadership team at Luxottica South East Asia needed to further develop their talented workforce to the next generation of leaders. They wanted employees to have a sense of ownership while equipping them with the right skills.
Nissan
Calculating the ROI of SLII® - Training at Nissan
Nearly sixteen years ago, when Nissan Motor Company was employing several different leadership training programs simultaneously, top management decided it would be more effective to have one unified approach to leadership. They began looking for a model that could be translated into several languages and delivered globally so that all of their leaders could use the same skills. After piloting several programs, they selected SLII® from Blanchard®.
Standard Bank
Standard Bank's Commitment to Leadership Development
Standard Bank Group’s Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) is committed to providing banking and financial services to meet the needs of individuals, businesses, institutions, and corporations in Africa and abroad. They understand the importance of building leaders to support the mission, and measure their leaders on how well they grow, challenge, and nurture the people they lead. To provide their leaders with foundational leadership skills, they launched a rigorous request for proposal process and eventually partnered with Blanchard to create a unique development solution.
Healthfirst
A Culture of Leadership Development at Healthfirst
Not-for-profit health insurer Healthfirst is proud to be a pioneer of the value-based care model in the industry. This trailblazing spirit is carried through the corporate culture as well. The company is guided by five strategic priorities to support this culture. There are specific expectations at each level of leadership for reinforcing the trailblazer mindset and communicating it to every employee. Knowing that leaders are the key to sustaining the culture, Healthfirst needed a leadership development plan that would equip all leaders with the skills necessary to support and direct their teams.
H&R Block
Embracing Virtual Learning at H&R Block
H&R Block is committed to elevating talent and culture as a key to its successful future. It’s making good on that commitment by making an investment in its leaders so they can unleash the potential in their associates. The organizational effectiveness team at Block was looking for a way to ensure leaders had a common language to use—especially during performance conversations. “We have a set of Behaviors, or commitments to each other and how we’ll work together,” explains Catherine Stewart, director, organizational effectiveness. “One of those Behaviors is Straightforward. We commit to give and seek actionable feedback. Another of our commitments to each other is to be Determined—to achieve high goals, sharing ideas freely and taking actions to win. That said, we want people to communicate more effectively and to advance conversations instead of struggling through them because they don’t have the proper skills. We also know these skills can be taught and learned.”
WD40
Building Trust and Improving Performance at WD-40 Company
WD-40 Company is a global marketing organisation headquartered in San Diego, California, where the original WD-40® Multi-Use Product was invented over 60 years ago. Probably best known for the signature blue and yellow can that is instantly recognised worldwide, WD-40 Company encompasses a group of brands featuring a full range of maintenance, specialty, and cleaning products for all corners of the industrial realm, enthusiasts, hobbyists, and home. The brands represent truly trusted and valued products that reflect a corporate environment based on trusting relationships.