Communication Consulting to Executives and Managers including survey research & strategic planning.
Lois Phillips Consulting, Training, and Development Services provides strategic thinking, planning, and talent cultivation processes to any organizational executive or management team. She facilitates business planning retreats and helps executives find strategies to grow their business or agency. Dr. Phillips is a lively and dynamic public speaker who addresses workplace issues for business meetings and conferences. see www.loisphillips.com for more information.
Keywords: Strategic Planning; Motivational Public Speaker; Communication Skills Training; Women's Advancement. Blogger!
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
since 1988
What is your primary product or service?
communications consulting, training, and coaching services. I also teach and deliver keynote conference presentations at professional conferences.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
My doctoral studies focused on leadership behavior and organizational development. Being able to motivate, inspire, and retain high morale and productivity - and speak to a Board of Trustees or the press--during times of change in a global economy is difficult.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
I am a professional speaker and studied male/female differences in speech, language, and style so I can coach people who have advanced into "C" suite positions. With a doctoral degree, I'm a trained researcher and my programs are substantive and content-rich, combining theory with practice. I'm also a published author and have spoken at prestigious venues such as the JFK school (Harvard), UCSB Professional Women's Conferences, Linkage Conferences, and Babson College's MBA program.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Santa Barbara is my primary location but I provide webinars to associations nationally.
Provide detailed directions to your location
I meet at hotel settings or my client's offices rather than at my office.
What type of payments do you accept?
15 day payment for services rendered for a half-day or day long meeting, per project fee on occasion, or I charge through a retainer relationship.
Which areas do you service?
I service clients nationally through contractual arrangements or via phone coaching.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
I own PHILLIPS CONSULTING SERVICES and run the daily operation with the help of staff associates or research associates.
What are your hours of operation?
Monday-Friday or by contractual arrangement, as for conference sessions that occur on weekends.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
I want more time with you!
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
"If it's to be, it's up to me."