Creating a Culture of Fulfillment in Consulting with Tommy Ogden | PODCAST

Tommy Ogden, co-founder of Agility and Agility Analytics Lead of Active Era Consulting, shares his journey in consulting and the qualities of a good consultant. He emphasizes the importance of credibility, reliability, and intimacy in building trust with clients. Tommy also discusses the role of frameworks in advancing a consultant's career, allowing them to approach problems with structure and customization. He highlights the transformation map framework as an example of how frameworks can be used to bridge the gap between a client's current state and desired future state. Tommy Ogden discusses the value of utilizing frameworks and logical problem-solving approaches in consulting. He shares that these frameworks have helped differentiate his consulting firm and have been well-received by clients.
Tommy also talks about the differences between large and small consulting firms, highlighting the flatter hierarchy and greater visibility in smaller firms. He explains that he started his own consulting company, Activero Consulting, because he missed the camaraderie and culture of a boutique firm. Tommy's greatest wish is to leave behind a legacy of fulfillment, both personally and professionally. He believes in treating others as you would like to be treated and emphasizes the importance of empathy and reducing self-orientation. Tommy sleeps well at night and tries not to worry about things he can't control, focusing instead on being a good lab partner and teammate.
Takeaways
1. Credibility, reliability, and intimacy are key qualities of a good consultant.
2. Frameworks provide structure and customization in approaching problems.
3. The transformation map framework can be used to bridge the gap between a client's current state and desired future state. Utilizing frameworks and logical problem-solving approaches can help differentiate consulting firms and provide clarity to clients.
4. Small consulting firms often offer a flatter hierarchy and greater visibility, while large firms may have more bureaucracy and political jostling.
5. Tommy Ogden started his own consulting company, Activero Consulting, to create a culture of fulfillment and support personal and professional growth.
6. Societal expectations and external validation can influence self-worth, but it's important to focus on intrinsic value and not compare oneself to others.
7. Treating others as you would like to be treated and practicing empathy can lead to more positive interactions and relationships.
8. Finding balance and not worrying about things beyond one's control can contribute to better sleep and overall well-being.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
06:13 Navigating Burnout in Consulting
24:51 The Power of Frameworks in Consulting
31:02 The Benefits of Small Consulting Firms
50:01 Youre Worthless Outro.mp4
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