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The Business of Consulting: Systems, Strategy, and Sustainable Growth | Adi Klevit

The Business of Consulting: Systems, Strategy, and Sustainable Growth | Adi Klevit

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 In this episode of "Never in Reverse Podcast," host Jeremy Axel interviews business consultant Adi Klevit about the realities of consulting, process documentation, and business scalability. Adi shares insights on why consulting engagements fail, the importance of aligning values, and how effective documentation drives measurable results. They discuss overcoming resistance, building trust, and integrating AI to streamline operations. Eddie emphasizes collaboration, clear ROI, and sustaining improvements through structured processes. The conversation provides practical advice for leaders and consultants, highlighting how clarity, commitment, and effective systems can transform businesses and enable sustainable growth.For detailed show notes, navigate using the timestamps below:(00:00:00) Why People Fail with Consulting Opening question about common reasons consulting engagements fail.(00:00:02) Importance of Fit and Commitment Discussing the need for alignment in values, methodology, and being fully committed to consulting.(00:00:45) Introduction Host Jeremy Axel introduces the podcast(00:01:18) Why Listen to This Episode Adi Klevit explains the main takeaway: process documentation is not as hard or unnecessary as people think.(00:01:58) Adi’s Career and Company Origins Eddie describes her background and why she started her consulting company.(00:02:24) Rethinking Consulting for Modern Business Discussion on the evolution from traditional consulting to transformation and value-driven results.(00:03:57) Delivering Tangible Results and ROIAdi Klevit explains her approach, which involves providing playbooks and process maps and focusing on measurable ROI.(00:06:07) Overcoming Pushback on Soft CostsAddressing resistance from stakeholders regarding hidden or soft costs in process improvement.(00:07:07) Getting Buy-In and Defining Success Importance of consulting with all stakeholders to define ROI and ensure buy-in.(00:07:30) Collaboration vs. Surface-Level Advice Distinguishing effective consulting from superficial advice; emphasizing partnership and collaboration.(00:08:06) Defining the Consulting Partnership Adi Klevit's approach: co-defining goals, ensuring mutual participation, and the necessity of client engagement.(00:09:17) Collaboration vs. Correction Why collaboration is essential for change management and process adoption.(00:09:54) The Importance of “Why” in Process Documentation Starting every engagement by clarifying the client’s motivation for documenting processes. (00:11:24) Building Trust and EmpathyThe a need for trust, empathy, and careful communication when consulting with business owners.(00:12:11) Scalability and Implementation How Adi Klevit approaches scaling systems and processes after initial buy-in and roadmap creation.(00:12:52) Maintaining and Updating Processes The importance of ongoing maintenance, process champions, and keeping documentation current.(00:13:33) Overcoming Legacy Thinking and Burnout Challenges of changing long-standing habits and addressing employee burnout due to poor processes.(00:15:28) Celebrating Client Success Stories Adi Klevit shares the satisfaction of seeing clients succeed after implementing new systems.(00:16:06) Consulting as Leadership and Growth How effective consulting empowers leadership and enables business growth.(00:18:17) Returning Clients and Ongoing Relationships Adi Klevit discusses the frequency of repeat business and long-term client relationships.(00:18:22) Balancing Strategy and Execution How Adi Klevit balances strategic planning with hands-on execution in diverse teams.(00:19:25) Keys to Successful Consulting Engagements Advice for clients: alignment, commitment, open communication, and defining expectations.(00:20:28) The Role of AI in Consulting Discussion on how AI is transforming consulting, increasing efficiency, and freeing up time for deeper work.(00:24:44) AI as a Tool, Not a ReplacementEncouragement to embrace AI as a productivity tool, not something to fear.(00:25:38) Building Relationships in the AI EraAI frees up time for more meaningful human connections and networking.(00:26:30) Advice for Young Consultants Eddie’s tips: find your niche, get results, collect testimonials, and build credibility.==========FOLLOW US==========YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NeverInReverseSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39zLUYtDfBDVkbeLAVuTcIApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/never-in-reverse/id1756324120Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/01bdb6c8-fbc3-47c8-b47f-c1f640360356/never-in-reverse.=================CONNECT WITH US:=================Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neverinreverse/X (Formerly Twitter): https://x.com/neverinreverseFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/neverinreverseTikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@neverinreverse1?_t=8rbZo6eWaJq&_r=1Website: https://neverinreverse.com/
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