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“A stupendous job in an unplowed field. Conscientious and insightful. I do not know of anyone who has tackled this topic straight on, in this detail and quality. Consulting with Nonprofits should be obligatory reading and a basic text for all the staff and volunteers at management support organization centers across the country.”
—Larry Guillot, Executive Director, Center for Management Assistance

“Destined to become the Baby and Child Care and Joy of Cooking for consultants to nonprofits. This splendid book is accessible, clear, complete, well-organized, full of interesting examples and—even for experienced consultants—indispensable.”
—Michael Spock, independent consultant and research associate, Chapin Hall Center for Children

“Amherst H. Wilder Foundation has done it again! Another fabulous, easily accessible tool to assist nonprofits small and large. I am delighted to recommend this helpful guide.”
—Michael Seltzer, Program Officer, Ford Foundation and author of Securing Your Organization's Future: A Complete Guide to Fundraising Strategies

“It's all here. Everything. Drawing on her own 25 years as a consultant, and incorporating the fertile experiences of 30 other successful consultants, Lukas has produced a masterwork that will help aspiring consultants develop the skills and artistry necessary for effective results.”
—Review by Contributions Magazine

“This book is like a much needed talk at the watering hole, complete with lived experiences and advice from long time consultants. Hands-on insights and workable ideas.”
—Ruth Yellow Hawk, Independent Consultant

“A superb guide to consulting for new and experienced consultants and for nonprofits wishing to use consultants. The worksheets are a particularly beneficial addition.”
—John M. Bryson, Professor of Planning and Public Affairs, Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota; author of Strategic Planning for Public and Nonprofit Organizations, revised edition, and coauthor of Leadership for the Common Good

“Offers guidance for and insights into every aspect of consulting with nonprofits and community groups. Practical. Comprehensive. Readable. Relevant. The author's depth of experience shines through the recommendations offered. Consultants, both new and well-traveled, can learn from this book.
—Michael Quinn Patton, author of Utilization-Focused Evaluation

“Carol Lukas's excellent book is packed with real-world wisdom. It provides the perfect introduction for the novice nonprofit consultant and the types of reminders and refreshers that will strengthen the practice of the most seasoned professional.”
—Gary J. Stern, President of Gary J. Stern & Associates, Inc. and author of Marketing Workbook for Nonprofit Organizations, Volumes I and II

“Shows consultants how to avoid the pitfalls that are often encountered. Simple yet sage advice on how to foster process-sensitive and productive client relationships.”
—Renee A. Berger, co-author, Profiles of Excellence: Achieving Success in the Nonprofit Sector and president, TEAMWORKS

“A thorough, well-organized, and easy-to-use book. A highly useful and readable reference for consultation with both for-profit and nonprofit organizations.”
—Jill Janov, founder and partner, Jill Janov Associates, San Francisco, and author of The Inventive Organization: Hope and Daring at Work

“Consultants to nonprofits are a special breed--their hearts lead them to help everyone else achieve their mission. Here is a book to help them succeed in their own business.”
—Diane Brown, Nonprofit Assistance Group, Sebastopol, CA



Table Of Contents: 
CHAPTER ONE The Environment
Consultation and the Nonprofit Sector
The Need for Consultants in the Nonprofit Sector
Definition of Consultation
Kinds of Consultation
Orientation to Nonprofit Consulting
Chapter One Summary

CHAPTER TWO The Process
Stages of Consulting
Stage 1: Contracting
Stage 2: Gathering and Analyzing Data
Stage 3: Planning the Work
Stage 4: Implementing and Monitoring
Stage 5: Sustaining Change and Evaluating Impact
Stage 6: Terminating the Consulting Project
Chapter Two Summary

CHAPTER THREE Artistry
Consulting Roles, Dynamics, and Ethics
Consulting Roles
The Dynamics of Change in the Consulting Process
Team Consulting
Internal vs. External Consultation
Ethical Issues in Consultation
Chapter Three Summary

CHAPTER FOUR Nuts and Bolts
Managing Your Consulting Practice
Marketing Your Services
Establishing Consulting Rates
Evaluating Consulting Services
Managing Your Development as a Consultant
Funding Consultation and Technical Assistance
Chapter Four Summary
Conclusion

APPENDICES
Appendix A: Resources
Appendix B: Sample Consulting Proposals
Appendix C: Client Worksheets
Appendix D: Consultant Worksheets
Appendix E: The Difference between Employee and Independent Contractor
Appendix F: The Nonprofit Management Association Professional Standards for Management Assistance Providers
Index