lift.
consultancy
Transforming charity / nfp workplaces
one culture at a time
because your mission thrives
when your people thrive!
consultancy
Here at lift we specialise in revolutionising workplace cultures
With a deep-rooted commitment to enhancing team and organisational dynamics, we understand that the heart of every charity lies in its people and their collective passion.
All of our consultancy work is bespoke. We partner closely with teams & organisations to cultivate cultures that not only attract and retain top talent but also nurture collaboration, innovation, and sustainable growth.
benefits
Tailored Solutions: Every organisation is unique, and so are the solutions we provide. Our consultancy work is customised to address the specific needs and challenges of your team.
Enhanced Wellbeing and Engagement: We focus on building environments where your people feel valued, supported, and motivated, leading to improved productivity, retention, and wellbeing.
Smoother Transitions: Whether navigating through change or embedding new cultural values, we provide the support and guidance needed to effect seamless transitions.
Long-Term Sustainability: With our strategies, your organization can ensure sustainable growth, greater alignment to your mission, and a resilient culture that adapts to future challenges.
past consultancy includes:
Workplace Culture Assessments: We evaluate your current culture to uncover strengths, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
Workplace Culture Creation and Embedding: Helping charities develop and implement cultural values that resonate deeply with both employees and the organisation’s mission.
People Change Support: Providing organisational and team-level support to ensure smooth transitions during periods of change.
Creating Remote-First Cultures: Guiding organisations to successfully build and maintain connection and productivity in remote or hybrid settings.
Team Cohesion Projects: Strengthening relationships and communication within teams to foster collaboration and a positive working environment.
Colleague Journey Creation: Mapping out the experience of colleagues within your organisation to identify areas for development and ensure a supportive work environment.
Workplace Wellbeing Strategy and Design: Designing bespoke wellbeing strategies that meet the needs of your people and drive organisational success.
consultancy case studies
Remote Culture Design
This animal charity recognised they needed to reimagine their culture, values and behaviours since moving to a largely remote working model.
Despite their commitment to wellbeing, Young Minds Development team was exhausted, with staff comparing their own needs to those of beneficiaries and feeling unable to ask for support. This led to burnout, with team members feeling guilty for taking even a moment’s rest.
Their Director was looking for some external help to identify and tackle the things they hadn't done
Pricing
At Lift we’re committed to doing all things in an authentic, open and transparent way. This applies as much to our pricing as it does to the way in which we will approach work and in how we deliver support, services and advice.
We know that the work we do is needed. We also know that the work we do delivers results way beyond the duration of our work together. But we also know that much as the need is there, budgets and resources are tight.
Consultancy & Projects
Usually we work on a project cost model for our consultancy and project work rather than day rate.
Our consultancy and project work to date has ranged in cost from £3,000 to £30,000, the majority of our projects falling between £6,000 and £12,000.We provide a fully itemised proposal and cost breakdown for all of our work.
We offer discounts for charities with annual income under £1m
FAQs
1. What is Lift ?
Lift is a Workplace Culture Consultancy that helps charities and not-for-profits create environments where colleagues thrive. We focus on improving workplace culture, leadership, wellbeing, and overall organisational effectiveness, so your mission can be delivered with more impact. Our services include workplace culture assessments, leadership development, people change planning, remote-first strategy creation, and more.
2. Why should we invest in workplace culture consultancy?
A healthy workplace culture leads to higher productivity, better staff retention, reduced absenteeism, and greater alignment with your organisation’s mission. For charities, where resources are often limited, investing in culture helps make the most of your people’s potential, fostering happier teams who can deliver your purpose more effectively.
3. How do you work with charities and not-for-profit organisations?
We start with a deep understanding of your organisation’s needs and challenges. We tailor our consultancy approach to fit your goals, whether it's improving leadership, building a remote-first culture, or supporting team cohesion through change. Our process typically includes assessments, workshops, bespoke training programs, and ongoing support to embed long-term change.
4. What are the benefits of working with Lift ?
Our approach is highly tailored to the charity / not-for-profit sector, combining years of experience with a focus on impact and wellbeing. By working with us, you’ll see improvements in areas like employee engagement, leadership effectiveness, staff retention, and organisational performance, all of which help to further your mission and goals.
5. What kind of results can we expect?
Depending on the focus of our work, results can include increased productivity, improved employee satisfaction, higher retention rates, more effective leadership, and stronger team collaboration. We measure success through both quantitative data (e.g., engagement surveys, turnover rates) and qualitative feedback (e.g., testimonials and case studies).
6. How long does a typical consultancy engagement last?
The length of our engagements varies depending on your needs. Some projects, such as culture assessments or short-term workshops, can take a few weeks, while longer-term culture transformation or leadership development programs often span several months. We offer flexible packages tailored to your timeline and objectives and ensure that we've done our preparation work in time for when you're ready to start
7. Can you help with remote-first or hybrid culture challenges?
Absolutely! We specialise in creating effective remote-first and hybrid work strategies. From internal communication improvements to preventing disconnection and isolation, we help charities and not-for-profits build strong, connected teams regardless of where they are working.
8. Do you offer support for organisational change?
Yes, we provide people change planning and support services. Whether you're restructuring, going through leadership changes, or rolling out new systems, we ensure that your teams are supported and engaged throughout the process, minimising disruption and helping your organisation adapt smoothly.
9. What types of organisations do you work with?
We work exclusively with charities and not-for-profits, from small local charities to large education organisations. Our consultancy is designed to address the unique challenges of mission-driven organisations, where culture and people are key to achieving success.
10. How do we know if we need workplace culture consultancy?
Signs that you may need consultancy include high staff turnover, low colleague engagement, challenges with remote or hybrid work, leadership struggles, or difficulty retaining talent. If you feel your team is not performing to its full potential or is misaligned with your mission, our consultancy can help identify root causes and implement solutions.
11. How much does your consultancy cost?
Our consultancy services are tailored to your organisation's needs, so costs will vary depending on the scope and length of the project (work starts at £3,000). We offer an initial consultation to understand your goals and provide a customised proposal. We ensure our pricing is competitive and accessible for charities and not-for-profits.
12. What’s your approach to leadership development? We believe that leadership is about more than just skills—it’s about having and cultivating the right mindset, emotional intelligence, and behaviours. We're inspired by though leaders like Gallup, Clifton Strengths, Professor Sir Cary Cooper, Brene Brown and Simon Sinek. Our leadership development programmes focus on helping leaders gain skill and confidence, build trust, foster collaboration, and lead with empathy and clarity.
13. How do we get started? Getting started is easy! You can send us an email here or book a chat with us here. We’ll schedule an initial consultation to discuss your goals and challenges, after which we’ll produce a customised proposal for how we can support your organisation.
14. Do you offer any ongoing support?
Yes, we believe that lasting change requires ongoing support. We offer follow-up sessions, continued coaching, and resources to ensure that the strategies we implement are sustainable and embedded into your organisation’s culture over time.