How can I contact Beth Black?

Beth Black

847-433-7636

The best way to reach me is via email. Please include your name, phone number, best times to call, and which of my services interests you.

I will respond by setting up an appointment for a free, 30 minute phone consultation during which we will discuss your needs and expectations and determine whether we think we can work together effectively to achieve your personal, career, or organizational success.

Here are some things to think about before our phone conversation.

Personal Coaching & Organizational Consulting

What is your communications challenge? Please describe the outcome you are seeking and the context of the problem [eg, "I have to write and deliver a speech by next Tuesday." OR "We're having a problem with staff morale and need a facilitator to help us regain trust."]

What should I know about your school/organization? Please explain anything you think it might be helpful for me to know about your current situation.

Training Workshops/Public Speaking Engagements

What are your goals for this workshop/speech? Please describe the outcome you are seeking and the context for the event [eg, "We're planning a week of sessions devoted to staff training and would like you to be our kickoff speaker on Monday." OR "We've had Problem X recently and, as a result, our group is motivated to learn new skills."]

Who will attend the workshop/speech? Please describe the background or responsibilities of those who will attend, whether the workshop will be mandatory or optional for participants, and the estimated size of group.

How much time can be set aside for this workshop/speech? Please indicate the preferred length. Note whether this is fixed or flexible.

Where will the workshop/speech be presented? Please give the address of the school/organization, as well as the nearest airport.

What are possible dates for the workshop/speech? Please indicate dates that would work well for you. Note whether the dates listed are fixed or flexible.

What should I know about your school/organization? Please list the URL for your website and explain anything you think it might be helpful for me to know about the current goals, challenges, or community culture.

Who will be the contact person? Please give the name, title, email, and phone number of principal contact person.

Writing/Editing Services

What type of project is it? Please describe the writing task [eg, "I have a grant proposal that needs to be edited" or "We want to produce a brochure for our organization."]

Who is the audience? Please explain who will be reading the final document.

When is the deadline? Please indicate the timeline for completion of the project.