Leadership Development ROI
Is it wise to invest in leadership development?
The numbers below tell the story.
Business performance, retention, revenue, engagement.
All the KPI’s increase.
Great leadership isn’t a lucky trait — it comes from deliberate development.
And, it’s available to you.
360° Coaching delivers executive coaching and leadership development in Austin and Central Texas that’s data-driven, psychologically informed, and grounded in real business outcomes.
How do groups compete and succeed without effective leadership?
Today’s leaders are navigating nonstop change — evolving markets, hybrid teams, rapidly advancing technologies, and relentless performance demands. Add to that volatile economies and chaotic political climates. Most leaders haven’t been equipped to lead through this kind of complexity.
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The skills needed to meet these challenges — self-awareness, communication, resilience, and strategic clarity — aren’t taught in business school. And your managers and directors are unlikely to facilitate the kind of deep, adult development today’s leadership demands.
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That’s why executive coaching and leadership training are no longer luxuries reserved for high-level CEOs. They’re essential investments for any organization wanting to grow, adapt, and lead into the future.
Why investing in leadership isn’t optional anymore
Effective leadership development programs help:
‣ Retain and grow top talent
‣ Improve strategic decision-making
‣ Scale culture as the company grows
‣ Prepare high-potential leaders for next-level roles
Our curriculum supports leaders in Austin and Central Texas looking to rise above reactivity — and lead with vision, clarity and impact.
Start with a no-cost, no-pressure consultation.
The Stark Starting Point
Most new leaders fail within their first 18 months. Why? They do not have adequate support or development.
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Poor leadership is a primary driver of turnover. 82% of employees have considered quitting because their leaders are so underdeveloped.
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Millennials demand leadership development and growth opportunities. A whopping 71% will leave their job within two to three years if their employer isn’t providing it.
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Despite the clear imperative, only 29% of employers offer training for essential leadership skills.
Leadership is the lever that moves every part of your business.
Here are the numbers to prove that up.
Complexity Outpaces Leadership
Consider the challenges you face today — rapidly changing technologies and competition, uncertain economic policies, unpredictable markets. Business challenges are growing in complexity, often surpassing current leadership capabilities.
Leadership Shapes Culture
Consider the importance and impact of your company’s culture. Research consistently shows that leadership, and the culture it fosters, is a key differentiator among organizations
Talent Retention Depends on Leadership
Consider the realities of your recruiting and retention metrics. Ineffective leaders risk losing top talent, because skilled contributors are drawn to organizations with strong leadership and leave those with poor management.
Strategy Requires Effective Implementation
Consider how your last rollout went. Even the best strategies can fail without competent leadership to execute them.
Only 2% of leaders are confident they will achieve 80–100% of their strategic objectives. There is a significant gap between strategy formulation and execution. Source: Bridges Business Consulting, 2023
A substantial 80% of employees believe that leadership has the greatest influence on company culture. Leaders play a pivotal in shaping organizational norms and values. Source: UJJI, 2024
A significant 37% of U.S. employees cited "Engagement and Culture" as their primary reason for leaving their previous job. Leadership has a critical impact on employee retention. Source: Gallup, 2024
A staggering 70% of strategy transformation initiatives fail, often due to ineffective leadership and poor execution. Source: McKinsey & Company, cited by Forbes, 2023
If your organization could invest $1000 in leadership development and get a $7000 return, wouldn’t you want to be the one making that proposal?
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If you could back an initiative that would increase your retention rates by 22%, would you feel good about sticking your neck out for that one?
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How about increasing staff productivity by 36% and operational efficiency by 42% through providing dedicated leadership development and executive coaching programs. Do you think your Directors would be thrilled with that investment?
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If you could track a sizable increase in revenue growth that resulted from an investment in leadership development programs, would you get behind that commitment?
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From impressive ROI’s, increased retention, big bumps in productivity and efficiency, to climbing revenue growth and greatly improved employee engagement, investment in leadership development delivers.
Results & Returns by the Numbers
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What 360°s Accomplish — And Why It’s Worth It
360-degree feedback isn’t just another leadership trend. It’s a proven tool for lasting change — because it starts with something most leaders struggle to get on their own: honest, actionable insight.
When you know how others experience your leadership, you can change how you lead.
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The research is clear:
>Leaders who use 360 feedback grow their self-awareness — unlocking higher job satisfaction, stronger performance, and more trust across the board.
>Teams thrive under leaders who can see their blind spots and adapt.
>Organizations that implement structured 360 programs consistently report higher engagement and stronger leadership outcomes.
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This isn’t surface-level coaching. It’s about driving measurable improvements in emotional intelligence, interpersonal effectiveness, and decision-making.
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At 360° Coaching, we don’t just deliver a report and walk away. We guide leaders through every step:
> Interpreting the data
> Owning their impact
> Making meaningful, sustainable shifts
We don’t just help
leaders do better —
we help them thrive.
Thriving leaders shape
cultures, inspire teams,
and drive results.
Because at the end of the day, it’s not what you know that changes your leadership — it’s what you do with it.
Ellen Lindsey is an executive coach and leadership advisor who helps Austin- and Central Texas-area leaders grow the kind of leadership that transforms businesses—and people.
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She partners with founders, executives, and teams who are ready to do the deep work of real change.
Curious what that could look like for you? Reach out for a no-cost, no-pressure conversation.
Transform the Leader, Transform the Business
What Great Leadership Training Actually Builds:
‣ Self-awareness to lead with clarity and intention
‣ Communication skill to hold hard conversations and inspire accountability
‣ Vision to align people around meaningful goals
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Whether you're preparing a VP for the C-suite or strengthening cross-functional collaboration, real growth starts from the inside out.