| Approach + Services |
| Approach + Services |
Approach
My aim is to be the kind of support you and your organization need, when you need it - savvy and nimble.
Savvy in that I have practical, professional, and academic experience in a wide range of settings that I bring to each project. I’ve developed sound judgement and an ability to get up to speed quickly on projects as well organizations and their cultures. I am honest and diligent in working with you to determine the best use of my time to maximize the impact of your work.
Nimble in that I can draw on a variety of skill sets, adjust to changes quickly, pivot as necessary, and engage in project roles from small to large as you need.
One more thing.
I believe strongly in the importance of fit in a consultant – much like hiring the right staff, an outside consultant is most beneficial when they are a good fit for an organization’s needs, culture, and style as well as having the skills and expertise to do the job well. I’m committed to trying to ensure we’re a good fit for one another before the work gets going.
My core services include the following. While they sometimes stand alone, they often go hand in hand or include facets of one another; I love working in these intersections.
With both academic and professional background in public sector management and communication and conflict management, I’m passionate about helping groups and organizations have meaningful, productive dialogue. I work with you to design and facilitate meetings in which everyone is heard and where conversations are productive, on track, and substantive. I am a stickler for clear documentation and action items so the work moves forward after the meeting.
From organizational strategy to stand-alone projects, I believe plans need to be realistic, have buy-in, and be tailored to what will work for your group or organization. I help create plans with shared ownership, clear roles and timelines, and evaluative principles built in.
Good policy analysis gives decision-makers and advocates well-rounded, objective, and insightful material to work with. I aim to make information clear, comprehensive, and usable, whether it’s a lengthy report or clean charts and talking points.
Perhaps you need some extra staff support for a project or initiative, support for coalition activities, or some outside eyes and ears on an organizational challenge. I can jump in as that support and/or work with you to tackle organizational change or challenges.
Sometimes you need someone outside the organization to track and nudge on all those project details, big and small. Whether it's tasks, workflow, budget, or all of the above, I’ve managed large, complex projects and can keep the ball rolling and ensure the documentation is in place.
If you don’t see something here but think I might be a good fit, let’s discuss!