4. Leadership Diagnostics in M&A and Post-Merger Contexts

4. Leadership Diagnostics in M&A and Post-Merger Contexts

Situation

Merging companies, conflicting cultures. Leadership must integrate – not dominate.

Symptoms: power struggles, disengagement, talent loss post-merger.

Challenge

Goal: identify integration drivers, uncover cultural conflicts, enable aligned leadership across entities.

Why it matters: M&A success depends on leadership trust.

Solution

Cultural values, leadership preferences, integration ability.

Tool Examples

  • XLNC (Style, Personality, Climate)
  • Ixly (Quinn Roles, SJT, AMA)
  • Korn Ferry (KFALP, ESCI)

Full analysis in the PEATS Leadership Guide

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