The First 90 Days®
Get up to speed faster and smarter in your new role
Transitions are defining moments. When you step into a new role, your early actions determine not only your immediate success but also the trajectory of your leadership over the next two to three years. In addition, transitioning today can be even more complex given the new possibilities of working virtually. How will you use the critical first 90 days in your new position to shape your future success?
Embark on The First 90 Days® interactive journey, pioneered by renowned leadership transitions expert and best-selling author Michael Watkins. By following a proven framework, reinforced through peer-to-peer and individual coaching, you’ll make a thorough diagnosis of your challenges and opportunities. You’ll create a detailed action plan for your first 90 days that will define your leadership effectiveness and impact over the next few years.
Set yourself up for success in your new role without leaving your office.
Are you an HR, L&D, or Talent Management professional? Discover how you can position yourself as a proactive, strategic partner by equipping transitioning leaders with the resources they need to drive early success and long-term performance.
Join us on 5 August 2025
“The biggest trap is assuming that what made you successful in previous roles is going to make you successful in the new role.”– Michael Watkins, Program Director
CGO & Board Member, Publicis Group, Turkey
The First 90 Days is a high-impact learning experience. What made it transformative for me wasn’t just the frameworks, it was the clarity they brought. The methodology helped me structure ambiguity, connect instinct to action, and align my leadership momentum with the impact I wanted to create.
Head of Sales – Consumer Business, Bajaj Electricals Ltd, India
Chief Scientific Officer, Sintetica S.A., Switzerland
After a very long tenure in a highly respected organization, I transitioned to a smaller player in a similar role and really wanted to provide value as quickly as possible while avoiding coming in with “the” answers and acting impulsively. The First 90 Days program provided the perfect framework for a structured, well-thought, and highly effective approach to make it happen. I had a very successful start in the new role and, after 18 months, I continue to benefit from it.
CEO, Logipoint, Saudi Arabia
I highly recommend this program to those who are taking over positions as new leaders. Michael Watkins takes you through a step-by-step process of creating first impressions, working with new teams, and securing early wins.
Scientific Director, Leuphana Universitat Lüneburg, Germany
The First 90 Days® featured unique short assignments, where we were able to discuss our specific situations. This, combined with the overall approach of teamwork and discussions, was very effective and insightful. Michael Watkins offers an exemplary instructional style: clear, open and receptive.
Global HR VP Cooling Business, Schneider Electric, Italy
A new role is a challenge that needs to be well prepared in advance. To be successful, it’s critical to have a sound process and be aware of the traps all along the journey. The First 90 Days® approach offers a state-of-the-art process to succeed in a new role.
IMD’s First 90 Days® program prepares your leaders to transition effectively and make a significant positive impact on your organization. For HR, L&D, and Talent Management professionals, The First 90 Days® is more than just an onboarding solution – it’s an essential development tool that addresses the often-overlooked risks of leadership transitions. By partnering with IMD, you ensure that your leaders are not only set up for early success but are also positioned to drive long-term performance.
Length: 3 half-days, plus individual coaching.
