Many consultants find the needs of nonprofits to be slightly different from those of other sectors. What will you, the action research and process consultation (AR / PC) will keep in mind as you work with a nonprofit organization.

What are the most important considerations you must keep in mind if you are consulting in a small organization (less than 25 people)?

What are the key considerations you must keep in mind as you consult with nonprofits or small organizations as it pertains to systems theory?

References:

Chapman, J. (1998). Do process consultants need different skills when working with nonprofits? Leadership & Organization Development Journal, 19(4), 211-215.

Poul, R. C., & Klyver, K. (2006). Management consultancy in small firms: How does interaction work? Journal of Small Business and Enterprise Development, 13(3), 299-313. https://doi.org/10.1108/14626000610680217