During a learning and sharing session with Life Project 4 Youth (LP4Y), Nepal's team members concluded on March 20, 2024, at Hotel Godawari, Nibha Shakya shared valuable insights from her consultancy experience. The session encouraged the participants to prepare for the consultancy journey.
The session was indeed filled with in-depth discussions, interactions, and fun. It delved into the consultancy journey's challenges, realities, tools, and techniques.
🍀 Key takeaways included:
- Setting the Foundation: Establishing clear expectations and proactively managing communication lay a strong foundation for successful client relationships.
- Embracing Change: It’s normal to resist change. Overcome resistance with patience, understanding, and success stories. Support the client to navigate the complexities of organizational change.
- Feedback as a Growth Engine: Emphasize positive aspects while focusing on areas for development with factual reasoning to turn feedback into a powerful catalyst for growth.
- Time as a Precious Resource: Prioritize tasks, delegate effectively, and utilize focused scheduling to optimize productivity and balance work-life in a demanding consultancy environment.
- Building Relationships: Invest in relationship building and networking for lasting partnerships. Regular follow-ups demonstrate commitment.
- Consultant Mindset: Consistency, resilience, and agility are keys to thriving in a dynamic consulting landscape.