What's Different About the LeftField Approach?
LeftField applies the WOW Factor to every consulting assignment. Based on asking penetrating questions to uncover needs and issues, it’s an effective way to understand your situation clearly and accurately.
Willingness…. are people in the project willing to do things differently, are they motivated, are they confident that they are supported and valued, are they mentally and emotionally engaged, are they clear about their roles and responsibilities, do they have the relevant skill levels, are they working with their strengths?
Opportunity…. does the environment make it possible for people to succeed, what’s constraining success, what’s in the way, is the situation presenting barriers to performance, what resources are available but unused or unnoticed, what expectations does the wider environment have around project deliverables, is it possible to make a difference?
Why.... is it important for LeftField to be involved, what value will we add, are our strengths and skills the best fit, when is the best time for us to add value?
Have you ever experienced bringing in a consultant, only to find that they want to impose an off-the-shelf solution on your problem? Were they able to build on your existing culture and work within your constraints or perhaps they suggested a solution that wasn’t realistic for your context? It’s frustrating, disappointing and costly so that’s why we try to work within your existing resources and build on your practices or strengths and capabilities.
At times people are so caught up in the project context - the tasks, activities, complexity, interpersonal conflict - that they aren’t able to step back and clarify specifically what they want – they just want things to improve, to work better, to stop happening, to get back on track….. That’s why LeftField practitioners take the time to understand by asking important questions. It’s an effective way to support people in times when things can feel overwhelming.