I pulled a book out of my library that one of my consultant friends gave me as a gift about seven
As a part of this approach, our consultants strive to offer a vision of service as follows: "To build client confidence and clarity by providing a-ha moments and time with a trusted advisor.”
As I began to read the book, The Trusted Advisor by Maister, Green & Galford, I came across this list of traits that trusted advisors have in common and should aspire to possess. As we start out a new year, I think it is a good time for all of us to do some self reflection on how last year went. What did we do well, and what can we improve in the coming year? In doing so, I think the list below is a good start to evaluate myself as a consultant. In addition, I think it is also a good start for our clients to evaluate themselves as leaders and mentors in their companies. Letting the list do most of the work in this post, I ask you to read through and ask yourself if your consultant or mentor has acted as a trusted advisor this year and which of the traits he or she has exhibited well and which ones might need improvement this year. Enjoy!
You can also use this list if you are an advisor inside your company or a mentor to someone. How did you do in your role as an advisor this year?
As I speak for myself, please let me know how I did either through this blog or directly. Your feedback is welcome and appreciated as I work hard to serve our clients in the best possible manner. I hope you had a successful year and wish you a very prosperous one ahead. Thank you for the opportunity to work with you and for your feedback.
From your trusted advisor, Alan
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