Consulting Start-Up and Management: A Guide for Evaluators and Applied Researchers
“I am often asked by younger colleagues for advice about working as a full-time consultant. This book is an excellent resource to recommend.”(Rosalie Torres)“This book is practical and addresses the gap between what is learned in classrooms and what is learned in practice. Its user-friendly format is pitched for consultants and other practitioners, and it will also be very useful for students."(Jim McDavid)“I recommend this book because it’s a hands-on, application-based book that would make an excellent supplement to a course or as a reference book. I would readily use it in my daily business transactions.”(Michele Baron)“I would highly recommend it to anyone starting a consulting career. The author has truly singled out the most important lessons to be passed on, both of the practical type and of those related to consultancy in a meaningful and balanced life.”(George Grob)“This book addresses a big and important gap in the evaluation literature. This book provides a clear and concise account of what evaluators and applied researchers need to know in order to succeed in independent consulting practice.”(Stewart Donaldson)“Every new consultant (and those considering independent consultancy) will benefit greatly from this book in many ways.” (Vinita Channahsorah)“This book is relevant for both new consultants and those with some experience for the wealth of examples and information included. It covers the breadth of the experience of having your own business while being a researcher, and a full person with a social life too.”—Rita S. Fierro, independent research consultant(Rita S. Fierro)"True to the collaborative spirit of evaluation, Gail has generously shared her vast experience consulting in the field. She provides honest insights, useful ideas and practical advice that others might hold close to their chest ascompetitive information. This book will be a valuable resource for those just embarking on a consulting career and consulting veterans alike. Although we have been in business for over 11 years, the ideas and examples in the book have inspired us to improve our own processes." (Melissa McGuire)