The Consultant's Counsel

In this week's episode of The Consultant's Counsel podcast, Kelsey urges you to reconsider the derogatory use of the name "Karen." She discusses how this name has been unfairly stigmatized in popular culture, leading to the unjust demonization of individuals who bear it. Kelsey emphasizes that many people named Karen are kind, caring, and genuine, and it's crucial to separate the name from the neg...

In this week's episode of The Consultant's Counsel podcast, Kelsey Creveling challenges the conventional use of LinkedIn taglines as mere job descriptions. She argues that individuals are far more complex and multifaceted than their professions suggest. Instead of defining ourselves solely by our jobs, Kelsey encourage us to embrace our diverse interests, skills, and aspirations and highlights the...

A Solo Entrepreneur since 2000 with multiple successful businesses, Kerri is a wealth of knowledge on everything from starting a business from the ground up to customer relations and so much more. Kerri is a Certified Instructor for Dr. Stephanie Estima, author of The Betty Body book and a 200 hr Anusara Yoga Teacher. With a varied background of entrepreneurial skills combined with health & we...

Max Valverde (@dadbodgoespro on Instagram) was an overweight dad and CEO. After selling his company, FareHarbor, for $250 Million, Max found himself with a lot of extra time and access. In 2022, he and his family moved to Park City, where he discovered his love for backcountry skiing. After learning that this sport was coming to the Olympics in 2026, Max decided to make it his mission to train as...

On this week’s episode of The Consultant’s Counsel Podcast, Kelsey Creveling meets with Nick Lemon, Co-Founder & Chief K9 Officer of Lemonaide Labradors, to discuss everything you should know about service dogs. Nick was born out west and grew up on his family’s ranch in Idaho. It was this passion that drove Nick to enlist in the United States Marine Corps at the age of 17, with a dream of bec...

Welcome to The Consultant's Counsel podcast, where Kelsey Creveling dives deep into how to navigate life's inevitable pitfalls. In this week's episode, Kelsey encourages listeners to trust that what is meant to be will be, to shift their focus, accept the disappointment, and look for the lesson. She shares how to trust that everything is in our best interest, even when we can't see it. She advocat...

Kelsey Creveling is joined by Mo Yang, ex-Big 4 consultant turned comedic storyteller who's sharing his decade of consulting experience with the world through his creation of the popular Instagram account, Consulting Humor. Anyone who follows the page knows that his consulting world content is equal parts hilarious and relatable. In today’s episode, Kelsey and Mo discuss his experiences in the con...

In this week’s episode, Kelsey Creveling interviews Dr. Ron Jiménez. Ron is a board-certified physician in both Pediatrics and Clinical Informatics. Beyond clinical practice and teaching, he has taken on roles in consulting, business and leadership both in the private/public setting (Advisory Board Chair for a start up, Medical Informatics Director at Stanford Health and CMIO at a public hospital)...

In this episode of The Consultant's Counsel podcast, Kelsey Creveling discusses the importance of cultivating your personal brand and what you want to be known for. Through self-reflection and introspection, you can determine what matters most to you and how you want to be perceived by others. Kelsey encourages us to evaluate what others say about us, tap into our natural abilities, and ask oursel...

In this week's episode, we discuss the expectations and guidelines surrounding corporate gifting for colleagues, clients and vendors. From showing sincere gratitude in your gifts, to being aware of any restrictions that might be in place, Kelsey Creveling dives into the details to keep in mind when sourcing the perfect gift for your colleagues. She shares some great examples of gifts you could giv...

In this week’s episode, we discuss the importance of adding love into our daily activities to increase motivation and enjoyment. Start by evaluating your pursuits and determine what you truly enjoy, what brings you joy, and what enables you to infuse love into your work. If there are things you find difficult to pursue, take a moment to ponder why and consider eliminating them if necessary. Try to...

Part 2 of Pleasantly Uneventful Travel is all about how to make the most of your travel experience. From packing and navigating the airport, to making sure you're comfortable and safe, we provide helpful tips on how to make your travel days run as smooth as possible. Covering the basics such as wearing comfortable clothes and shoes, and signing up for TSA PreCheck and Global Entry, Kelsey also add...

In part 1 of Pleasantly Uneventful Travel, we discuss the strategies for making travel days run smoothly and ways to be more comfortable on the road. Drawing on her own experiences, Kelsey offers useful tips for travelers, such as setting up rewards accounts with hotels and airlines, negotiating preferred rates, and evaluating the safest options for traveling. She also encourages you to always exp...

Doing your due diligence and preparing appropriately for your interactions, while it might seem like a simple component to add to your preparatory work, it is actually something that is not often put into practice. Often people do not come to the table appropriately prepared for interactions, and as a result, they are not able to connect effectively with prospective clients or those that they migh...

Communication has always been important, but in the modern world it is more important than ever. With the advent of new technologies, we have more ways to communicate than ever before, but that doesn't necessarily mean that we are better at communicating. In fact, with so many options, it can be hard to know which medium to use for any given situation. In this episode, we discuss the various ways...

As November turns the corner to December, we move from large family gatherings with the stress of entertaining family and friends directly into an even larger holiday season. We pack on the pressures of gift-giving, party attending, food preparation and the like. It is now that so many of us begin to feel our bodies slow down and protest. But, are we really listening? The answer, no. Do not be dis...

The world we live in is one of big dreams, lofty goals and success at any cost. It goes without saying that in order to achieve this, we must push ourselves to the brink. Everywhere we turn, this message is hammered into our psyche. If it’s not gruelling, it’s not good. We damage ourselves to achieve greatness. What if, instead, we healed ourselves in pursuit of our objectives? What if we focused...

Have you ever asked yourself: “what are they doing that I’m not?” The consulting industry can be a frustrating and confusing place when you see others advancing in their careers faster than your own, and worse, if you feel like you worked just as hard, if not harder. In this episode, we discuss traits to implement throughout your self-development journey that will set you apart from the crowd, acc...

Working with others is essential and foundational and, let’s face it, inevitable. But, it can be a challenge. We all know this. However, if you learn to navigate relationships and situations with purpose and care, overcoming that challenge will become one of the most valuable tools at your disposal. Today we discover that preparedness for interactions, kindness and compassion, boundaries, and dipl...

Understanding when you need help and making the decision to bring on outside support is tricky, particularly within the consulting world. There’s a great deal to consider and a wealth of partner options out there. Today’s podcast will help you qualify that need, determine what kind of help is available and outline how to vet a partner to ensure you find the right fit. When approached strategically...

Handwriting notes is a practice that has sadly dwindled with the increase of virtual communication, yet is something that goes a long way towards building relationships and showing others how much they mean to you. Whether it be a birthday card for a family member, a thank you note to an employer or simply a spontaneous note to a friend, taking the time to send handwritten notes can make a meaning...

Earlier this month, I was asked what motivates me to take on new challenges. What do I look for in a successful transformation? Initially, I thought it was the joy in the immediate sense that encourages me to do more. In reality, it’s the pursuit of joy. In the immediacy of change, joy may not readily be available. Change is our one constant - it can be painful, challenging, and uncomfortable. But...

A great headshot goes a long way. But who's excited to get their portraits taken? As consultants (especially those of us working remotely), our digital identities and brand are linked to our headshots. They establish a first impression. If you're ready to invest in images that represent the version of you, you want to be seen as, check out this latest episode. Resources + Courses for Consultants -...

Getting a job offer is an exciting feeling. When the initial excitement subsides, and you begin reading the offer and contract, you may have some questions or uncertainties about what is being proposed. Maybe you were hoping for more vacation days, or the compensation isn’t quite what you expected. These things are negotiable, if done in the right way. This episode will walk you through the best w...

There are many factors that lead up to a decision to leave a job. Maybe you got a new job offer, are moving or just feel that it’s time to move on and see what else is out there. In this episode, we discuss what you should always (and never) do when in your last couple of weeks at a job. Staying present until the very end and not checking out are two important things to remember. Want more tips? J...