Why use a Franklin Grange consultant?
Some owner-managers remain skeptical about the value of using external consultants. In contrast, our client’s testimonials and their performance-gains convert most cynics.
Franklin Grange’s impact on a client’s business results from the combination of five key factors:
1) Knowledge transfer
The ability to bring current strategic thinking, best practice innovations, powerful analysis tools and wide-ranging experience to bear on an assignment is extremely powerful. Our consultants are exceptional individuals: high-achievers who are passionate about delivering success.
2) Speed of delivery
Knowledge transfer is only part of the attraction, however. Many growth businesses (as well as major organizations) struggle to implement a meaningful business-planning process. How long did your last business plan take to write? Was it out-of-date before it was completed or ignored simply because it was too far-removed from day-to-day reality? We deliver innovative and sometimes unique solutions that are timely and action-orientated.
3) Collaborative working style
Of course, new ideas and new insights are often produced collaboratively. We don’t claim to be omniscient. Our business is based on substantial client interaction. (Indeed, clients sometimes appreciate the importance of external affirmation, to validate their own formative ideas or outline plans). Significantly, employing an external adviser disrupts the normal routine of an organisation, in a positive way; compelling businesses to re-examine their objectives and their execution.
4) No ‘hard sell’
Typically, an initial engagement extends into a long-term partnership with our clients. Formulation of an exit strategy or identifying key strategic objectives often turns into a full implementation and performance-tracking assignment. We believe this reflects the value of our input.
Introductory meetings are always no-obligation, review-and-discussion sessions.
Let us demonstrate where we can add value, rather than telling you how good we are.
5) Value for money
Perhaps most importantly for growth businesses, Franklin Grange debunk the myth that consultants always charge extortionate fees. We tailor our services to suit clients’ specific needs and charge appropriately. Unlike many professional services, our remuneration is based on output and results and not simply hours.
Compared with the fixed cost of employing in-house MBAs, with credentials similar to our own consultants, or committing to expensive training or development programmes, the flexibility of a consulting partner represents sound financial judgment.
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