Consultant Interviews Go Both Ways

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Here’s the scenario.

You’ve got a big project coming down the pike, like a capital campaign, enrollment materials, website, etc. You know you need to outsource, so you build your list of viable consultants.

What Are You Looking For?

You’re looking for a firm that is highly knowledgeable about private and independent schools, knows your audience, has a great reputation for producing quality work that gets results, and is easy to work with. You know your budget and want to come in at that price point. You have a deadline in mind and need everyone on the committee to agree on the choice.

So you send out RFPs (Requests for Proposals) and begin the interview process.

But, did you know?

Did you know that while you’re interviewing prospective consultants, they are interviewing you as well?

Seasoned firms will be able to determine if you and your school are someone they would be willing to work with, just through these first steps in the process.

They will know early if you’re a good match if you are…

  • are organized

  • have a great committee

  • have control over the committee

  • know your audience

  • have a strong approval process

  • have a graphic identity

  • have brand messages

  • bring enough money to the table to complete the job as proposed

  • have the backing of leadership

  • have attainable goals

  • set a realistic deadline

  • are easy to work with

Two-Way is the Best Way

So know that the interview isn’t a one-way street. Then be prepared to make a great match.