Contemplation
“They know they need to address something”
- Struggle to see the extent of their problems or their causes, but wonder about solutions.
- Often have indefinite plans to take action sometime in the near future
- Know destination, but aren’t quite ready to move yet.
- Business owner has begun to think about transition/succession issues
- In-depth Interpretive Guide includes educational information, case-studies tailored to industry, pitfalls/strengths to be aware of in transition/succession planning, and “drivers” that may be motivating business owner
- Guide can be presented by Trusted Advisor
Note:
- This tool can help Trusted Advisors educate clients while they are in the earlier stages of change/transition. Support for clients who are interested in transitioning is often lacking when they need it most. During the precontemplation and contemplation stages many companies need assistance with beginning to think about change and can improve awareness, emotional commitment, self image and move closer to Action Stage.
- Successful programs, resources and tools will differ greatly for clients who are in the Precontemplation stage from those who are in the Action stage.
- No stage is more or less important, for example, a move from Precontemplation to contemplation is no less significant.