Detailed Case Study

 

Client Background

 

A collective of community and business leaders in New Hampshire united around a shared vision to preserve and repurpose a historic campus in the North Country. The group includes diverse organizations and individuals, from environmental educators to local business owners, each bringing unique priorities and perspectives to the project.

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Challenges

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The primary challenge was achieving strategic alignment among stakeholders with differing goals and motivations. The urgency surrounding the potential sale of the property created a need for clear roles, a governance model, and a set of guiding values to provide the project with unity and direction.

 

Amanda’s Approach

 

Amanda McKeen, founder of Clear View Advantage, played a pivotal role by asking strategic, perspective-shifting questions that helped members uncover the root issues they were facing. By guiding the group to think beyond immediate concerns, Amanda facilitated a shift from a reactive to a solutions-driven mindset. Emphasizing the importance of establishing core values early on, she helped participants identify shared principles that would guide decision-making. To solidify this clarity, Amanda proposed a survey to gather each participant’s goals and level of commitment.

 

Solutions Implemented

 

Amanda’s approach resulted in a highly productive, solutions-oriented conversation that led to immediate action. The group promptly identified and shared core values, which will guide decisions on aligning with future stakeholders. Through the survey, the group gained insight into four key motivations for joining the initiative, discovered that 45% of participants wanted to engage at a leadership level, and clarified that 100% of members were committed to the initiative’s mission rather than the specific property in question—a realization that greatly influenced their strategic planning. With this clarity, the group is set up for focused, action-oriented weekly meetings designed to build their governance framework.

 

Results

 

Amanda’s strategic questioning and value-centric approach sparked a shift toward actionable solutions, bringing immediate clarity around roles, motivations, and goals. The newly defined core values offer a unifying framework that will guide future decision-making. With participants now prepared for productive, goal-oriented weekly discussions, the group is well-equipped to make unified, strategic decisions as the project progresses.

 

Client Feedback

 

“First of all, thank you. This is great.”

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“I’ve been really appreciative of the comments and help. When Amanda’s name came up, people were quick to say, ‘Oh, yeah, we should definitely have her help out.'"

 

Ongoing Support

 

As the initiative develops, Amanda continues to support the group through strategic alignment, active listening, and questions that prompt clarity and action. She remains involved as the group establishes a governance structure, helping ensure that each meeting fosters collaboration and purpose.

 

Key Takeaway

 

This case study illustrates the power of asking strategic, perspective-shifting questions to reveal root issues and drive actionable solutions. By encouraging the group to define their values and focus on productive conversations, Amanda created a foundation for cohesive, solutions-driven progress that supports long-term success.