Nortec: 30-day leadership program
Nortec was growing fast and expanding into new markets. But with growth comes complexity—and the risk of losing focus. I helped their leadership team align around a simple mission: protect their time, build better habits, and spread a culture of effectiveness across teams.
“I give Casper my warmest recommendations, and I would at any time recommend him to any organization that is curious about how they can develop and improve so that both the team and the individuals become more effective, solve the right tasks, and at the same time ensure high employee satisfaction and well-being.”
How Nortec's Leadership Team Took Back Control of Their Time
When I first connected with Nortec, it was clear they were in the middle of strong growth—and with that came increased complexity. More meetings, more decisions, more distractions.
They wanted to stay focused as they expanded into new markets—without losing momentum or compromising their strong company culture.
That’s where I came in. I introduced them to my 30-day Effectivity Sprint—designed to cut through noise, build better habits, and align leaders around a shared, smarter way of working.
The process unfolded in three focused phases
✅ Phase 1: Kickoff & Alignment
We began with a full-group kickoff where I presented the Effectivity framework, the science behind our tools, and a simple message: Time is your most valuable resource—protect it.
Every leader received an overview of the 30-day program and started evaluating how they actually spend their time. We talked openly about the cost of busywork, context-switching, and constant inputs.
Everyone left with a clear goal: stop letting others decide how you work. This session wasn’t just inspirational—it was directional. Leaders started identifying how they’d help implement the tools for themselves, their teams, and the broader organization.
✍️ Phase 2: 1:1 Sessions with Each Leader
This is where things get personal. Over the next few weeks, I held three 1:1 sessions with each team member. These deep-dives were hands-on, where we worked through daily challenges, calendar chaos, decision fatigue, and old work habits that no longer served them.
Everyone’s brain works differently, and changing habits is not a one-size-fits-all job. For some, the shift clicked in week 1. For others, it took the full month. But all of them gained clarity, confidence, and control.
The best part? It didn’t stay at the individual level. These leaders brought the changes back to their teams.
📅 Phase 3: Final Workshop & Rollout
We wrapped up with a high-energy closing workshop. Here, each leader shared what worked for them, what surprised them, and what they'd changed.
We distilled the most useful tools, aligned on a shared way of working, and agreed on how to spread the tools across the department. This final step ensured the tools didn’t stay siloed—it became a shared playbook for how Nortec works going forward.
“Casper’s effectivity program helped us turn good intentions into real results. We walked away with practical tools—ranging from how we handle email, meetings, and daily planning to more complex prioritization frameworks. Each leader found something they could apply right away, and we now have a clear list of tools we’ll start rolling out as company-wide guidelines.
It also created better alignment across the leadership team and gave us a shared approach to protecting time for high-value work. It wasn’t about working harder—it was about working smarter. The impact was immediate.”
💡 Results
- Increased clarity and structure across leadership
- Reduction in low-value work hours (less reactive, more proactive)
- Clear team rituals and communication rules
- Higher personal ownership over how time is spent
Thanks to a sharp leadership team willing to challenge their routines, Nortec is now better equipped to handle growth—with more focus, fewer distractions, and smarter ways of working.
🧰 Tools We Used (From the Effectivity Playbook)
Level 1: Start Working Smart
- Time-Block to Create Your “Perfect Week”
- Rethink Your To-Do List
- Set Up Rules for Your Meetings
- No Meetings Before 1 pm
- Block Procrastination Sites
- Remove Notifications
- Install a Busy Light
- Set Up an Effective Email Strategy
Level 2: Optimize Your Focus
- 3x Recommendations Before You Engage
- Minimize Communication Channels
- Create a Phone Blocking System
- 3 Strikes and Someone Takes the Lead
- Create Your System for Focused Work
Level 3: Scale Your Effectivity
- Minimize Your Direct Points of Contact
- The Ladder of Engagement
- Project Scoping with a Sprint Mindset
- Centralize and Be 100% Transparent
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