Why Choose Hagan Consulting

1. Personal Commitment:

  • With Hagan Consulting, you're not just hiring a firm. You're hiring me, Greg Hagan. Unlike generic training companies that dispatch any available facilitator, with Hagan Consulting, you get consistency. I'm with you from the initial conversations through the delivery of the training, ensuring you receive the expertise and energy you were promised.

2. Deep Knowledge & Experience:

  • As a leader myself, I bring to the table a rich blend of practical leadership experience and theoretical understanding. My 25-year speaking journey, numerous training certifications, and vast exposure to diverse leadership scenarios have equipped me with a unique perspective that few can offer.

3. Continuous Learning:

  • My commitment to learning is relentless. I've delved deep into leadership literature, reading hundreds of books and perusing thousands of articles on leadership and related themes. When you hire Hagan Consulting, you're harnessing the essence of this vast knowledge pool. I've done the homework, so you can benefit from the insights.

4. Genuine Care and Passion:

  • Every interaction is more than just a job for me – it's a passion. I consider myself fortunate to guide leaders worldwide, helping them amplify their influence and optimize their businesses. Every speaking opportunity is a privilege, and I pour my heart into each session, ensuring you receive unparalleled value.

Why Settle for Good, When Great is Within Reach?

Don't compromise on the potential your leadership can achieve. Don't settle for mediocrity when excellence beckons. Contact Hagan Consulting now, and let's unlock the greatness within your team.


Why Hire an External Consultant

1. Expertise Beyond Core Competencies:

  • Acquire specialized knowledge outside of your business's core domain.

  • Save time by not diverting internal resources from their primary roles.

  • External consultants bring fresh approaches not tied to day-to-day operations.

  • Economical solution: By outsourcing specific tasks, you can save on long-term costs.

Key Takeaway: Hiring consultants for niche skills on a project basis is often more cost-effective than long-term, internal hires.

2. A Fresh, Outside Perspective:

  • Benefit from a consultant's diverse experience across various companies and scenarios.

  • Leverage their experience to gain insights into what's worked in other contexts.

  • Access specialized knowledge not readily available in-house.

Key Takeaway: A consultant's varied experiences across industries can provide invaluable insights.

3. The Value of Neutrality in Training:

  • Especially relevant in leadership training, an external facilitator can provide unbiased viewpoints.

  • Participants often trust external consultants more due to distance from internal HR processes and potential biases.

  • Anonymity ensures candid feedback, crucial for genuine growth and insights.

  • Consultants maintain discretion, providing valuable feedback without compromising individual privacy.

Key Takeaway: Neutral consultants foster an environment of trust, encouraging candid feedback, and facilitating genuine growth.

In Conclusion:

Engaging an external consultant can be a transformative decision for businesses. Whether it's accessing specialized skills, gaining fresh perspectives, or ensuring unbiased training environments, consultants bring a wealth of benefits. Ensure your company thrives by considering external expertise when it's most needed.

Choosing the Right Consultant

To achieve the desired outcomes in leadership development, the choice of consultant/facilitator is paramount. Consider the following attributes when making your selection:

1. Trustworthiness & Compatibility:

  • Building a solid rapport is essential. Ensure the consultant/facilitator is someone you can trust and genuinely enjoy collaborating with.

2. Understanding of Your Business:

  • The consultant should grasp the nuances of your business, aligning with the company's culture and values.

  • Imagine them as a potential frontline team member: would they enhance your company's dynamic?

3. Adaptability:

  • Opt for a consultant who can swiftly adapt, integrating your company's needs and operationalizing them with minimal ramp-up time.

4. Technical Proficiency & Dedication:

  • Seek out those with the necessary skills and expertise to deliver the promised outcomes.

  • The ideal consultant is aware of the "what", "who", and "how" of your goals, committed to bringing them to fruition.

Remember, your choice of a consultant/facilitator is an investment in your company's future. Ensure it's a worthy one.

The Pitfalls of Hiring the Wrong Consultant

.In the consulting world, there are both gems and duds. Here's how to recognize when you might be dealing with the latter:

1. Extended Costs and Time:

  • A mismatched consultant can often prolong the project, turning you into an unintended cash cow. This not only delays results but also escalates costs. Remember, a genuine consultant honors their commitment to timelines.

2. Inefficient Learning Curves:

  • If you find yourself footing the bill for a consultant's learning curve, that's a red flag. It's their duty to come prepared and equipped to provide the service you hired them for.

3. Deviating from the Brief:

  • One clear indicator of a consultant gone astray is the delivery of their own agenda, instead of adhering to the client's brief. An effective consultant listens closely and delivers as per the client's specifications, professionally and accurately.

Trust Your Instincts:

  • Often, your intuition is a reliable guide. If the consultant doesn’t feel like the right fit for your company, it's wise to re-evaluate. Always opt for a consultant who aligns seamlessly with your company's vision and requirements.

Choose wisely, as the right consultant can elevate your leadership development journey, while the wrong one can set you back both in time and resources.