Una comunicación abierta con el cliente al inicio de un proyecto de consultoría, depende de dos factores esenciales. El primero es la atención detallada y profesional al tema central que generó inicialmente la necesidad de la consultoría. Ya sea un tema estratégico, operativo, de gobierno, financiero o de cualquier otra naturaleza, la comunicación abierta es necesaria para que las acciones que se diseñen tengan el impacto esperado. Sin comunicación el foco puede perderse y la consultoría corre el riesgo de ser inefectiva. El segundo factor es la confianza entre las personas, que exista empatía y confianza del cliente en la experiencia y la capacidad del equipo consultor. Ambos factores impulsan naturalmente la comunicación.

Start by setting clear expectations from the beginning. Make it a priority to listen actively and understand their needs. Schedule regular check-ins to maintain transparency and address any concerns promptly. Building trust through open dialogue is key to a successful partnership. Let's make this collaboration meaningful and impactful. 💬

Establish a written plan, goals and exit criteria Install and use metrics. Meet weekly to review and update Execute these steps.

In order to have an open communication with new clients the first step for me will be to listen to them and understand their needs. To try to be useful form the moment we are listening to them will be a powerful tool to determine how we can add value to our relationship.

Setting clear expectations, setting boundaries, and establishing trust are key factors to fostering communication in any business relationship

Give the feeling to your customer that you are more of an implementor than a mere consultant. Expect your revenues only after your client gets a business benefit. Yes it would take time but charge only your actual costs till your ideas are implemented and business starts seeing the revenue benefit. This way your relationship will last for more time.

It always comes from a place of trust. Begin the relationship with a conversation about expectations, goals, and how you’ll work together. Make it clear that their input is valued and that your role is to collaborate, not dictate. Then I always ensure I make regular check-ins and create feedback loops. You want a partnership that’s based on trust, respect, and shared goals

In consulting, it's more than just having the right answers; it’s about the whole process: - understanding the context and needs - identifying the problems and attaining clarities about objectives, pain points, and methodologies - brewing them all into the analysis to churn out the answers - making those well-thought answers resonate with clients in a meaningful way - gaining alignments and approval towards effective execution and implementation. Yet, navigating through industry jargon, processing complexity of data, varying cultures, and diverse communication styles can pose significant challenges. Key to communication: 1. Clarity. Clear articulation of thoughts, feedbacks, proceas, and expectations. 2. Client's engagements and buy-in.

Be Transparent -Being transparent with a client helps facilitate trust. Transparency also means being honest. Be Adaptable -Having adaptable solutions for communicating can strengthen the relationship between the client and business. When a change occurs, flexibility helps both parties continue to communicate

Using your existing research and analysis of your client. "First and For Most" tell them why your relationship is so important and how you both can add value to each other. In other words, find Common Ground!