Brightwood Consulting

Embracing Change

“It’s not the strongest of species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change.”
- Charles Darwin

Think about that. Most people and companies are not responsive to change at all. It’s not in our nature to embrace it. Usually, in a business setting it is because it is in some form dictated, and not communicated, or communicated well. Let’s face it, if you’re the boss, you’re signing the checks, and what you say “goes”. That fact alone makes it difficult for most owners to implement change effectively. Brightwood can be your agent for change, we can play the bad guy, or the good guy or simply be the change guy and listen objectively to push-back or apprehensions that always come with change.

We believe that Change is simply the process of getting your business “un-stuck”. The economy has caused so many to get stuck. Now is the time, more than ever, to implement changes you probably have talked about and always wondered why that sense of deja-vu creeps in when a good idea simply has not been implemented.

We can and will, objectively evaluate your needs and discuss what we see with you. We most definitely will state our opinion, along with becoming your sounding board, idea generator, coach or change agent depending on the circumstances. And, hopefully become the outside objective resource that is missing from your organization. Our work is always open, honest and presented as a positive opportunity for organizational improvement and opportunities for growth.

We are confident that if given the opportunity to take a sometimes critical, but always objective, look at your business that we will see things that you cannot. It is then that we can effectively assess the needs of your company, and help you make the necessary changes for long-term success. It can make all the difference as your business faces changing client/customer needs, unstable business climates, and increased competition.

Our Clients Are Saying…

"Working with Ed at Brightwood Consulting has allowed me the opportunity to take the steps necessary to improve my business. Our weekly meetings have helped me to dramatically improve the way my company operates on a day-to-day basis. Ed has, just as importantly, showed me how to stay focused on the bigger picture such as smart growth, sales, marketing and service to ensure our long term success."

David Henry, President
The Cool Roofing Company
Blue Ridge, GA

 

"Brightwood Consulting has made a significant positive impact on the profitability of our firm within the first year of working together. Additionally, the insight into our operations have significantly eased the burden that often comes with ownership."

Woody Stoudemire, President
Gotham, LLC
Hickory, NC