The Essential Guide to Managing Consultants: Strategies for Healthcare Leaders

This practical guide is for any healthcare leader who is considering hiring a consultant. The book will help you determine when you need to hire a consultant, how to find one qualified for your specific issue, and how to work with one to achieve your desired results. Using real-life examples throughout, the author provides practical advice on using a consultant for a variety of situations including overhauling a strategic plan, improving board performance, hiring a new CEO, improving clinical performance, and remodeling a wing of your hospital. The author also provides numerous helpful resources that will help you establish a productive relationship with consultants, including a sample request for a proposal and sample letters of engagement.