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Working with a consultant

Once you have chosen your business consultant, make sure you are kept up to date with all developments, research and plans concerning your business.
Here are some helpful tips to ensure you have a great working relationship:
• Make sure you have a written contract covering the work involved and the conditions it will be completed in. The contract should cover the overview of what you want achieved, a specific brief, and how long the work will take to complete.
• If you are looking to involve your staff members in the process, try and allow time for both the consultant and your staff members to work together, share ideas and communicate.
• Prepare adequate space and administrative support at your premises in advance for your consultant to work in for the duration of the project.
• Hold regular meetings with your consultant to check the process of the assignment and discuss and ideas or concerns. Communication with your consultant is a key factor in achieving the results you are looking for.
• Ensure the content of the consultant’s final report is up to date with you and everything is agreed. Perhaps obtain a draft final report to ensure there are no mistakes or misunderstandings in advance.