If so, you may be experiencing the following symptoms:
Leaders spend more time managing problems than maximizing potential
Staff are giving maximum effort but experiencing minimal gains
Teams have more projects than processes to handle them
The organization’s strategy is limited by its structure
IF LEFT UNRESOLVED
WHAT WE DO
We focus on helping you tell the story of your organization that attracts donors and stakeholders. A good story includes both internal (operations) and external (programs) success.
We focus on finding ways to reduce spend on unnecessary, unproductive or uncontrolled expenses. Right-sized and right-fit expenditures are the keys to sustainability in a volatile market.
We are committed to providing subject matter experts who employ innovative solutions, training, and implementation that will transform an organization into its best future state.
HOW it WORKS
OUR CLIENTS
"Since engaging with 180 Management Group our nonprofit has been provided with high-quality insight and clarity on our growth and development. Miriam efficiently identifies organizational challenges, plans thoughtful, integrated solutions, and executes those plans with fidelity. Miriam understands culture as a part of the success of organizational growth and transformation. She takes the time to listen and connect to valued stakeholders within the organization or company, and integrates individual feedback into short-term and long-term strategies."
Jamilla Harper | Chief Operations Officer | Metanoia
"Best Investment Ever! The coaching I have received from Anthony Dicks and 180 Management Group has breathed new life into my personal and professional leadership. Anthony's approach has been honest, straightforward, encouraging and challenging all at the same time! Anthony asks the right questions to ensure you are positioning yourself and your teams for optimal success. I especially appreciate all of the tools we received that we are now implementing in our day-to-day work. There is no way I would be growing the way I am without his coaching. I am more connected with my teams, focused on the direction we are heading, and I look forward to many more years of working together with his team. If you haven't worked with Anthony Dicks yet, you are missing out!"
Stephanie McGuire | Chief Marketing and Training Officer | SC Thrive
"Ability to engage the participants: I’ve worked in the not for profit sector for over 14 years and have attended a lot of trainings. Miriam’s trainings are incredibly informative and engaging. She creates space to educate, facilitates rich participant conversations and provides practical tools to evaluate and implement organizational change.
Insightful content offerings: Miriam is clearly an expert! She doesn’t simply know about operations. She clearly conveys her years of operational experience and gives a variety of tools to help participant access and implement organizational change.
Resources made available to participants: Miriam goes above and beyond simply offering a power point presentation. She uses interactive assessment tools during her trainings as well as a variety of evaluative resources to take back to your organization and team."
Dawn Dowden | Chief Operations Officer | Homes of Hope
"Anthony's keynote address was not only informative but also incredibly inspiring. His ability to bring out the best in people left a lasting impact. His expertise blended seamlessly with relatable thought-provoking storytelling, illustrating the power of leadership and perseverance. As the host, I witnessed firsthand how Anthony motivated and inspired our attendees, leaving them ready to face workforce challenges with renewed determination.
Anthony's approachability, humility, and dedication to making a difference made him not only a keynote speaker but also a trusted mentor for our audience. He exceeded all expectations and made the summit an unforgettable event. Thank you, Anthony, for contributing to the success of our event and leaving an indelible mark on our community. I wholeheartedly recommend Anthony as a keynote speaker for any event seeking inspiration and empowerment."
Mamie Legette | Workforce System Coordinator | Pee Dee Regional Council of Governments
"We had a big vision and high level strategies as we undertook the merger of two organizations, but we needed support in shifting from vision to the details of day-to-day operations. Miriam's extensive experience made her a helpful sounding board and coach in thinking through the details needed to execute on our vision. It was reassuring to have a thought partner with a wider perspective."
Katy Smith | Executive Director | Greater Good Greenville
"Anthony Dicks led our small group staff coaching sessions. For every session he spoke to the unique position of our group in relation to the whole of our organization and defined how our roles, responsibilities, and opportunities for positive leadership were different from that of other staff groups.
He provided guidance about how to use those opportunities to further success for each of us in our own roles, our team, our entire staff, and our organization as a whole. Having the ecosystem of our organization and those dynamics explained was very powerful.
Anthony quickly identified challenges we faced and addressed them head-on with candor. His approach was professional and personal which made a difference. I felt he was part of our team."
"It’s both my pleasure and honor to acknowledge Miriam Dicks of 180 Management for presenting her “Finding Your Operational Sweet Spot “Post” COVID” presentation to the South Carolina Grantmakers Network. Miriam's insightful content offering, candid style, and ability to engage the participants ensured a thoughtful and successful conversation of what can otherwise be a difficult issue in today's organizational environment. So if you get a chance to bring her into your organization or conference, do it before someone else books her."
Langley Shealy | Network Administrator | South Carolina Grantmakers Network
"Anthony was an engaging and relevant speaker that stimulated and reinvigorated staff during a time of stress. Comments from our staff included: He was the best speaker we have ever had."
Piper Phillips Caswell | President & CEO | PHILLIPS Programs
"Miriam Dicks brought unparalleled expertise to our panel discussion on the ACMP (Association of Change Management Professionals) Carolinas Campfire Event. Her insights were not only insightful but also delivered with a passion that resonated with our audience. Miriam's ability to navigate complex topics and offer practical solutions make her an invaluable asset to any discussion on organizational change. We are grateful for her exceptional contribution to our event."
Taniya Shaikh | Vice President | ACMP Carolinas
"Since engaging with 180 Management Group our nonprofit has been provided with high-quality insight and clarity on our growth and development. Miriam efficiently identifies organizational challenges, plans thoughtful, integrated solutions, and executes those plans with fidelity. Miriam understands culture as a part of the success of organizational growth and transformation. She takes the time to listen and connect to valued stakeholders within the organization or company, and integrates individual feedback into short-term and long-term strategies."
"Ability to engage the participants- I’ve worked in the not for profit sector for over 14 years and have attended a lot of trainings. Miriam’s trainings are incredibly informative and engaging. She creates space to educate, facilitates rich participant conversations and provides practical tools to evaluate and implement organizational change..."
"Insightful content offerings - Miriam is clearly an expert! She doesn’t simply know about operations. She clearly conveys her years of operational experience and gives a variety of tools to help participant access and implement organizational change.
Resources made available to participants - Miriam goes above and beyond simply offering a power point presentation. She uses interactive assessment tools during her trainings as well as a variety of evaluative resources to take back to your organization and team."
"Best Investment Ever!
The coaching I have received from Anthony Dicks and 180 Management Group has breathed new life into my personal and professional leadership. Anthony's approach has been honest, straightforward, encouraging and challenging all at the same time! Anthony asks the right questions to ensure you are positioning yourself and your teams for optimal success. I especially appreciate all of the tools we received that we are now implementing in our day-to-day work. There is no way I would be growing the way I am without his coaching. I am more connected with my teams, focused on the direction we are heading, and I look forward to many more years of working together with his team. If you haven't worked with Anthony Dicks yet, you are missing out!"
"It’s both my pleasure and honor to acknowledge Miriam Dicks of 180 Management for presenting her “Finding Your Operational Sweet Spot “Post” COVID” presentation to the South Carolina Grantmakers Network. Miriam's insightful content offering, candid style, and ability to engage the participants ensured a thoughtful and successful conversation of what can otherwise be a difficult issue in today's organizational environment. So if you get a chance to bring her into your organization or conference, do it before someone else books her."
"We had a big vision and high level strategies as we undertook the merger of two organizations, but we needed support in shifting from vision to the details of day-to-day operations. Miriam's extensive experience made her a helpful sounding board and coach in thinking through the details needed to execute on our vision. It was reassuring to have a thought partner with a wider perspective."
"As a statewide organization with an extremely diverse membership, selecting the right person to lead this initiative was critical. We were seeking an individual who could develop and nurture a culture of collaboration while effectively engaging a wide variety of members. In addition to being a skilled facilitator this individual also needed to understand the nuances of nonprofit organizations to offer insightful and tactical strategies. We have absolutely found these attributes in partnering with Miriam. She is a joy to work with and leads the Network with a positive energy that inspires our members to expand their own capacities. I highly recommend Miriam Dicks…you will have fun while tackling important organizational issues when you work with her."
"180 Management Group provided a much-needed refresh to my perspective as a manager and as a leader. My time spent with Anthony was affirming and encouraging while also growth-inducing. There are many nuggets that I have taken from sessions that have helped me navigate challenging situations both at work and in my life outside of work. I have had many different leadership coaching experiences over the years, but working with 180 Management Group was distinct. Anthony focused our sessions on my role at the time and how I could, in that role, help support my team and my organization to the best of my ability. I am so grateful for the time I spent with 180 Management Group; it will be treasured for many years to come."
The GroundWork© assessment and strategy tool is an innovative approach to management consulting. Using a combination of a readiness for change assessment and operational audit, our team is able to create solutions that fit an organization's unique culture. GroundWork provides a systematic approach to identify challenges giving leaders a methodical and structured approach to organizational transformation.
The problem with many organizations is that they don’t realize that the cost of staying the same is more expensive than the cost of change. Meetings that don’t create momentum. Cycles of great ideas but not so great implementation. The roller coaster of emotions from excitement to disappointment are all expensive costs of the status quo. When you have the courage to change the price of change becomes easier to pay! Change is never easy but it doesn’t have to be expensive. How much is staying the same costing your business?
about
180 Management Group is a management consulting firm specializing in transformational strategy and design for mission-driven organizations. Mission-driven organizations include nonprofit organizations, faith-based institutions, healthcare organizations, government agencies, and professional services businesses.
what we value for our clients
OUR PEOPLE
We believe that our people are our greatest asset. How we serve them undergirds how they serve you. Our team consists of a talented group of transformers who have experience in leadership and management, who have worked in various capacities of operations and administration and are eager to help you succeed.
Our firm is led by our CEO and Chief Strategist, Miriam P. Dicks. She is a management consultant with proven experience in transforming organizations to achieve optimal operational performance. Over the past 20+ years, Miriam has held several positions in operations management and management consulting. Miriam has also served as adjunct faculty, teaching operations management courses on both the graduate and undergraduate level. Her passion for operations is fueled by her belief that any organization can operate in excellence with the right tools for change.