AndyBirol
PCC Newsletter
October 2010
In This Issue
Speed Peer Consulting
Consulting Mastermind Groups
New Payment Policy
Education Consulting Network
Quick Links
 
We have two events planned for the 4th Quarter, both focused on capitalizing on the great network of talent we have in the Community.  Over 300 folks are connected in our network so why not take advantage of all that brain power and experience!
  • Tuesday November 16 - Speed Peer Consulting
  • Friday, December 3 - Kick Off and Overview of Consulting Mastermind Groups

More details are below.

 

Looking to 2012, there's interest in exploring Value-Based Fees so watch your email for more details.  In the meantime, feel free to pass along your ideas and suggestions.


Michael Couch

Speed Peer Consulting

 
Register now for this unique PCC Event on November 16

 
Have a consulting challenge that's keeping you up at night?  Don't know where to turn Bunky?  Then here's your answer.
 
Tap into the collective wisdom of your consulting colleagues to receive (and also give) top notch advice on any consulting challenge that has you perplexed, stressed out or just looking for some fresh ideas.

All you have to do is to register, than bring a high priority topic around which to draw on the knowledge and insight of the Consulting Community. You will work with small teams to take turns offering and receiving ideas for addressing your top issues. It's creativity and networking at its best and a very unique way to allow you to combine new ideas and make new connections to address what's on your mind.

What's in it for you? You will realize immediate relevant, actionable takeaways to help you work through your issues and concerns. 
 

 

Consulting Mastermind Groups
 
Free Breakfast Briefing - December 3
  
I've had many requests to consider developing a more structured, richer approach to helping folks learn from their colleagues in the Community . . . something more then the large group events.   As a result, we will be kicking off Consulting Mastermind Groups as another component to our Community.

Mastermind groups have been successfully used by many small business owners to sharpen their business skills, to grow their businesses, and to grow personally.  We're going to capitalize on that success and apply it specifically to the business of consulting.

A Mastermind Group is not a class, is not group coaching, and is not a networking or referral group.  It is a combination of group facilitation, peer brainstorming, and mutual support and accountability in a small group setting focused on a definite purpose.  The purpose is set by the group. 

I  envision two levels of groups.  One for those just starting their consulting practice and another for more experienced consultants who want to kick their practice up a notch.

The free Mastermind Group Breakfast Briefing is scheduled for Friday, December 3.  This will be a no-obligation opportunity to learn more and to contribute to the design of the Consulting Mastermind Groups.
 

New Event Payment Policy

 

Starting with the next PCC event, we will only be accepting on-line payments.

 

Unfortunately, we've had too many folks register and indicate that they will pay at the door and then not show up or cancel in advance.  As a result, even though we have a great turn out, we did not cover the food, drink and facility costs.  I've had to pay for the difference myself.  That's clearly not sustainable so we'll need to change our approach.  Only on-line payments in advance will be accepted for all future events.  Cancellations received 24 hours in advance will be fully refunded.

Education Consultant Network (ECN)

The Education Consultant Network (ECN) was created to easily connect consultants to schools and school district administrators.  Its goal is to maintain a large database of services and the people who provide them so school district leaders can identify and access them using one efficient process. Their website is equipped to provide a robust system of promoting consultant events, conferences and workshops. 

  Services available to consultants include:

  • Opportunity to include unlimited  testimonials from previous clients or employers
  • Easy access to consultant credentials and contact information
  • Opportunity to link to consultant websites
  • Means to promote workshops and seminars
  • Means to be highlighted as a "Featured Consultant" (see example on home
  • Opportunities to be featured in monthly newsletter "Updates" 

There is a basic membership fee but their goal is to keep it low ($75.00 for individuals, $150.00 for organizations) and attempt to offer additional services at minimal or no cost to the consultant.

Who are the ECN consultants?  ECN gets inquiries from university faculty, retired superintendents and principals and current full-time consultants.  The services they provide are almost unlimited ranging from substitute principals, to construction managers, to strategic planning, leadership development and team building.  ECN features both individual consultants and organizations.  Each member maintains an electronic portfolio that includes testimonials, examples of work, and experiences readily available to school districts.

Learn more at www.educationconsultantnetwork.com .
 
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