Leadership Excellence @ IU
Facts & Figures
With Trust and Vision Towards Shared Success
Discover an innovative leadership culture that empowers you to actively advance your career. Our three core principles—building respect and trust, focusing on growth and results, and embracing entrepreneurial responsibility—are the heart of our philosophy. These principles, combined with twelve essential leadership competencies, set the bar for excellent leadership and reflect our core values.
In a trusting environment, you can confidently tackle challenges and benefit from a robust network of dedicated colleagues. Our Leadership Excellence Framework provides clear guidelines while allowing room for your individual leadership style.
Our recipe for success is based on seamless collaboration and mutual growth. We foster a culture of continuous improvement that is both inspiring and forward-thinking. Take new paths with us and celebrate success within a strong, unified leadership culture.
Our Leadership Excellence Framework
The 3 Principles of Our Leadership Culture
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Establish Respect & Trust
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Focus on Growth and Outcome
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Take Entrepreneurial Ownership
1. Establish Respect and Trust
Engage openly and at eye level
Clear words, fair solutions. With our commitment to open communication and cooperation, we build bridges and foster a culture of belonging and transparency.
Unite and conquer
Teamwork makes the dream work. Collaboration drives success and fosters a culture of unity and respect.
Own your actions
Zero excuses. Taking ownership and being accountable for our words and actions build trust, promote learning, and lead to growth.
Value people & opinions
People are our greatest asset. By honoring each voice and valuing distinct talents, we allow new ideas to surface.
2. Focus on Growth and Outcome
Get the right things done
Bias for action and impact. Setting ambitious goals and prioritizing what truly matters ensures timely execution and delivery of impactful results.
Set expectations & drive performance
Be radically candid. Clear expectations combined with transparent performance management keep us aligned and moving forward.
Hire and develop the best
Raise the bar. We continually aim to attract and develop top talent, pushing our boundaries and setting new standards.
Leverage AI
Disrupt with AI. We use our expertise to implement AI-driven and digital enhancements, maximizing customer value and optimizing processes.
3. Take Entrepreneurial Ownership
Be driven by our mission
Mission possible. Our commitment to our mission and vision guides everything we do and inspires our teams.
Create value for our customers
Innovate to create the best experience for our customers. Don’t reside on legacy, keep on learning and challenging the status quo.
Make tough decisions
Commit to clarity and decisions. By effectively solving problems and making informed, sometimes tough decisions, we reduce complexity.
Embrace change & uncertainty
Adapt and overcome. Managing change and building resilience equips us to navigate uncertainty and seize opportunities.
Continuous Learning
In addition to our numerous offerings and training programmes for all employees, we have a dedicated area tailored specifically for leaders, featuring focused training and development programmes. From the moment you join us, we’re here to help you access the resources you need to grow and learn. Explore our diverse training platform and extensive learning opportunities to shape a career that truly excites you.
- Leadership Development: Our programs offer the perfect opportunity to exchange experiences and receive valuable feedback. From Future Leader to People Leader to Leader of Leaders – we have the right journey for you.
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(E-)Learnings: With a mix of virtual and in-person training sessions, accompanied by professional trainers, there’s something for everyone.
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Peer Exchange: Dive into our various formats where leaders come together to exchange ideas, learn from each other, and grow together.
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Coaching: Every leader has the opportunity to work with experienced external coaches, whether in one-on-one sessions or in groups. The coaching helps you make well-informed decisions for your career.