Services
Since their leadership background is varied, By The Book Consultive Group offers a variety of services. Often, when a consultive relationship develops, additional services are needed which were not considered at the front end of the relationship. With their extensive connections with leaders from various areas, they are able to align their expertise with your need.
Leader to leader:
Today, leadership mentors aren’t a luxury, rather a requirement. The ever increasing complexity of leadership and the pace of change makes leadership more challenging than ever. In addition, leaders often need someone who understands them and their world, as well as a confidante with a similar worldview of faith.
Training:
Here, Dr. Brent Garrison’s 34 years in education allow By The Book Consultive Group the skill and experience to deliver training which is educationally sound and professionally delivered. Training services can be customized for a one-time presentation to full blown training programs.
Executive evaluation:
Sometimes leaders have direct reports who could benefit from personalized leadership/management training or evaluation. This process can take considerable time and energy that the leader can not afford, but they know are important for the organization.
Secret Consultant:
As secret shoppers are valuable in assessing customer experiences, By The Book Consultive Group can serve as secret consultants designed to evaluate a specific area of operations.
Board interaction:
For 15 years By The Book Consultive Group’s leader, Dr. Brent Garrison, worked with a college board as the president of the institution. By The Book Consultive Group has significant experience in the selecting, training, evaluation, and operation of boards. In addition, they have served on many boards which allow insight into the roles that come along with that. They also have experience in significant board training, which ensures the understanding of roles in an organization as prescribed by the bylaws of the organization.
Special Projects:
Often a leader needs something done, but doesn’t have the time or expertise to engage with special projects. Here, By The Book Consultive Group believes that they offer a valued service to help oversee special projects which would never materialize without additional help.
Teams:
Patrick Lencioni’s book, 5 Dysfunctions of a Team resonated with many leaders, for how a team interacts determines its effectiveness. A consultant can be a valuable asset in working through team issues toward improved relations, which lead to improved productivity.
Planning:
A consultant is often valuable in the planning process, bringing new eyes into this most important work. By The Book Consultive Group has extensive experience in leading organizations in the planning process.
Research:
By The Book Consultive Group has combined years of graduate education and higher education leadership, along with extensive experience in researching a variety of research assignments. They offer plenty of custom services to meet your needs.
“I enjoyed reading Leadership by The Book by my friend, Brent Garrison. A challenge, an insight, a Biblical perspective, a role model and sometimes a good old kick in the pants. As a leader, being regularly encouraged with a Biblical model for leaders is powerful and centering. I hope you find as much value from these leadership lessons as I have.”
Dr. Pat Gelsinger, CEO Intel
“Dr. Brent Garrison is an outstanding communicator and speaker on leadership. Brent’s ability to connect with people and share biblical truth has the ability to change the direction of any organization seeking to challenge and move their leadership team to a new way to viewing their roles. Our firm was fortunate enough to have Brent his thoughts on leadership over a two day period and the results will have a long lasting impact on our firm’s direction. Brent’s Leadership The Book is a great read for any leadership team and when coupled with Brent giving additional information on specific topics covered in the book the results can have a major impact on a leadership group.”
Fred Caldwell,
Caldwell Companies, Houston
“I thoroughly enjoyed Leadership by the Book! There have probably been a million books written about leadership. And yet, the greatest book of all time has timeless leadership lessons that Brent has pulled out and presented in a practical and easily digestible way. I highly recommend it to anyone desiring to be a wise, Godly leader!”
David Williams
President & CEO
Make-A-Wish America
“Dr. Brent Garrison, once a colleague, now a friend, is a born leader. But never content to coast on his innate ability to show the way, he is ever curious, constantly challenging, studying, searching to love from good to better to best. In Leadership by The Book, he has reached a pinnacle, pointing leaders to the ultimate source of inspiration where one learns to lead the pack--from the back.”
Jerry B. Jenkins
Multiple New York Times Bestselling author
“I have known Brent Garrison for many years, as he has demonstrated real leadership at three colleges we’ve been involved with at PING. We’ve seen firsthand how Christian based principles, illuminated by Scripture can bring clarity and positive change. With this important book, Brent delivers refreshing and timeless message that will inspire not only today’s leaders but tomorrow’s as well.”
Allan Solheim
Executive Vice President (retired) PING
“Brent Garrison has accomplished an enormous feat. He has undertaken a panoramic survey of the Bible and uncovered leadership nuggets from every book. Drawing upon his extensive background in training leaders at all levels, he provides a delightful, encouraging, and inspiring resource that you will use over and over again.”
Dr.Richard Blackaby
President of Blackaby Ministries
Frequently Asked Questions
Most leaders follow the example of someone who led them and they emulate their style. Others find their own leadership style, but even then, they are leading by what they have experienced. A Christ following leader wants to emulate the example of Christ and the way he lived during his time on earth. Christ’s life and mindset is best described in Philippians 2:1-11. Two ideas are evident in this passage: that Christ was humble, though God in the flesh, and; that he sought to serve rather than to be served. Can you imagine the power of your leadership if others saw a humble spirit and servant’s heart in your leading?
Most leaders follow the example of someone who led them and they emulate their style. Others find their own leadership style, but even then, they are leading by what they have experienced. A Christ following leader follows the example of Christ and the way he lived during his time on earth. Christ’s life and mindset is best described in Philippians 2:1-11. Two ideas are evidenced in this passage: that Christ was humble, though God in the flesh, and; that he sought to serve rather than to be served. Can you imagine the power of your leadership if others saw a humble, servant’s heart in your leading?