New Analyst Development Program

DRD helps second-year analysts develop critical skills, discuss shared challenges, and practice new behaviors in a professional and confidential setting. The following topics are explored:

• Thinking Like a Leader

• Communicating up the Desk

• Executing Under Pressure

• Cross-Desk Collaboration

• Navigating Difficult Conversations

• Extroverting Your Introvert

• Business Development

Lateral Development Program

Our approach relies on:

• Rigorous Diligence: culture fit and client synergies

• Customized Onboarding: 90-day plans for internal assimilation and client transition support

• Accelerated Integration: coaching health checks at 3-month intervals to ensure full adoption

vp development Program

DRD assists vice presidents to re-energize their client base by sharpening business development skills. DRD’s consultants combine psychological knowhow and leadership development expertise to:

• Examine business development stagnation

• Revitalize dormant client relationships

• Identify untapped partnership opportunities

coaching

Depending on fit and expertise, DRD’s coaches provide high-touch development to associates, VPs, and MDs. Some areas include:

• Leadership Presence

• Presenting With Impact

• Client Management

• Brand Maximization

• Goal Setting

• Impactful Mentorship

• Prioritization

• The Art of Delegating

Peak Performance workshop

The DRD team provides an interactive, half-day workshop with participants in small groups working through personality, differentiation, development goals, and accountability. The workshop is outlined in detail below:

Phase 1: Awareness

Participants learn the difference between wanting and willing; identify what motivates them; and establish concrete strategies to get out of their own heads

Phase 2: Confidence

Participants discuss the importance of confidence; consider the difference between internal and external confidence; and analyze how to maintain it across high-pressure contexts

Phase 3: Edge

Participants receive tips on taking “smart risks” and guidance on how to stand apart from the competition

Phase 4: Accountability

Participants are introduced to the C.H.A.M.P goal-setting process, which enforces accountability long after the conclusion of the workshop