WHERE BUSINESS PEOPLE FIND ANSWERS

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The first step involves an introductory  discussion to learn about the client's concerns, desired outcome, existing conditions, timeframe and budget. Afterwards the client is presented with a proposal that clearly details the approach, activities involved, fees and expectations.

The consulting relationship involves three types of activities:
1. On-site executive and staff meetings
2. Off-site research and strategy development
3. Authorship of deliverables (debriefings)

At the beginning of the relationship, time is spent mostly in
a fact finding mode. Often the management team has not determined the root cause of the problem; they are only
aware of the end result such as a lack of growth, inadequate cash flow or an inability to fill orders.

Prior to each meeting an agenda is created detailing the objectives for the meeting.  As the meeting progresses the agenda is frequently checked to make sure the meeting stays on track and all issues are addressed. After each meeting the client receives a debriefing document in a PDF format. Debriefings achieve four objectives: keep the consulting relationship on track, review information for accuracy, set agendas and next steps, provide a written document for future reference.