Senior Leadership Team Development - Insights Discovery
Chelmsford College
"Matthew has a natural affinity to ensure the team get the most out of their Insights profile and helps us to understand the inter-connectivity between team members. His approach is thoughtful and considered but delivered in a relaxed and entertaining way."
Senior Leader, Chelmsford College
The Challenge
Having recently undertaken a restructure, the senior leadership team was composed of 50% new members - a mix of promoted staff and new appointments. We needed a structured way to accelerate how quickly the team could understand one another's communication styles, strengths and working preferences, and build a shared language from the outset.
What Stood Out
What stood out most was how accessible and engaging the Insights model was for every member of the team. Matthew tailored the session to our organisational context, used examples that resonated with college life, and created an atmosphere that was relaxed, inclusive and genuinely enjoyable.
The Impact
We have noticed a clear improvement in how team members communicate and collaborate. The shared language of colour preferences has helped us understand one another's intentions more clearly. Team meetings are more productive, with greater awareness of when we need more structure, pace or space for reflection.
What's Next
We are extending the programme to include our governing body, with a view to examine the relationships between the board and executive team - and continuing to embed the colour language into performance management, coaching and strategic planning.
