HELPING NONPROFIT
LEADERS & ORGANIZATIONS
COMMUNICATE AND
CHANGE THE WORLD.
ASSESSMENT & ANALYSIS⁄STRATEGY & PLANNING⁄PROJECT OVERSIGHT
STORYTELLING⁄COACHING & TRAINING
ASSESSMENT & ANALYSIS
Having an outsider’s neutral review of an organization’s or team’s strengths, challenges and capacities can be invaluable when deciding in which direction to set sail. I'll go on a fact-finding mission to collect and consolidate information and data, then present you with a clear picture of what I found and what it means. We’ll also evaluate the success of any project at the end.
STRATEGY & PLANNING
I believe in the adage, “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” I’ve also been part of endless processes that result in nothing more than an unread report on a shelf, and am not anxious to have you repeat that experience. Instead, I'll bring a menu of processes and tools to make strategizing efforts meaningful and efficient for participants, adapting to the organization’s goals and tolerance for planning.
PROJECT OVERSIGHT
For any large project — be it a website launch, campaign, or something else entirely — it is essential to have someone on point with expertise to interface between staff and consultants, track key deadlines and contingencies, and keep stakeholders in the loop. With decades of experience doing just that, I can help increase efficiency while freeing you and your staff up to focus on everything else that needs doing.
STORYTELLING
Your work matters. The secret to getting others to care about it is as old as human expression itself—telling a compelling story. The challenge is the effort required to "feed the content beast" through an every-growing number of channels. My writing and editing expertise, deep knowledge of each channel’s best practices and time-tested “Content Flexing” approach will make your story sing like never before.
COACHING & TRAINING
I help leaders, board members and staff become better and more effective communicators. From thought-partnership and individual capacity-building to hands-on group trainings on practical tools and best practices, we can create a program to help every person in your organization become more effective “brand ambassadors,” and create valuable efficiencies in the process.
MY APPROACH
CAPABILIITES
Wynn Hausser Communication offers an array of strategic communication services for nonprofit organizations and leaders that can meet these and a variety of other needs. We take pride in tailoring our projects to meet your specific situations.
COACHING & TRAINING
I help leaders, board members and staff become better and more effective communicators. From thought-partnership and individual capacity-building to hands-on group trainings on practical tools and best practices, we can create a program to help every person in your organization become more effective “brand ambassadors,” and create valuable efficiencies in the process.
STORYTELLING
Your work matters. The secret to getting others to care about it is as old as human expression itself—telling a compelling story. The challenge is the effort required to "feed the content beast" through an every-growing number of channels. My writing and editing expertise, deep knowledge of each channel’s best practices and time-tested “Content Flexing” approach will make your story sing like never before.
PROJECT OVERSIGHT
For any large project — be it a website launch, campaign, or something else entirely — it is essential to have someone on point with expertise to interface between staff and consultants, track key deadlines and contingencies, and keep stakeholders in the loop. With decades of experience doing just that, I can help increase efficiency while freeing you and your staff up to focus on everything else that needs doing.
STRATEGY & PLANNING
I believe in the adage, “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” I’ve also been part of endless processes that result in nothing more than an unread report on a shelf, and am not anxious to have you repeat that experience. Instead, I'll bring a menu of processes and tools to make strategizing efforts meaningful and efficient for participants, adapting to the organization’s goals and tolerance for planning.
ASSESSMENT & ANALYSIS
Having an outsider’s neutral review of an organization’s or team’s strengths, challenges and capacities can be invaluable when deciding in which direction to set sail. I’ll go on a fact-finding mission to collect and consolidate information and data, then present you with a clear picture of what we found and what it means. We’ll also evaluate the success of any project at the end.
Next: Strategy & Planning
Coaching & Training
CAPABILITIES
Wynn Hausser Communication offers an array of strategic communication services for nonprofit organizations and leaders that can meet these and a variety of other needs. I take pride in tailoring our projects to meet your specific situations.
CAPABILITIES
Wynn Hausser Communication offers an array of strategic communication services for nonprofit organizations and leaders that can meet these and a variety of other needs. I take pride in tailoring our projects to meet your specific situations.
OFFERING TAILORED SERVICES IN
COMMUNICATION +
MARKETING +
CHANGE MANAGEMENT
FOR NONPROFIT LEADERS, PROFESSIONALS AND TEAMS
CAPABILITIES
Communication is at the core of the human experience
We all do it all the time, so it’s easy to look past. But why does “bad communication happen to good people?” What makes some people, groups, and organizations highly effective communicators, while others are less successful? How do people make decisions, how are they best persuaded, how do they respond to change? And what are the best strategies for getting them to change their behavior?
I’ve spent a lifetime asking these questions, and applying the lessons learned through study, observation and decades of practical experience in the nonprofit world. Now, I share my expertise with individuals and organizations looking to grow as communicators, reach their goals, and navigate all the new challenges our uncertain future holds.
It all starts with a conversation. Let’s talk about your goals and see how we can help.
Wynn Hausser, Principal
OFFERING TAILORED SERVICES IN
COMMUNICATION +
MARKETING +
CHANGE MANAGEMENT
TO NONPROFIT LEADERS, PROFESSIONALS AND TEAMS
Communication is at the core of the human experience
We all do it all the time, so it’s easy to look past. But why does “bad communication happen to good people?” What makes some people, groups, and organizations highly effective communicators, while others are less successful? How do people make decisions, how are they best persuaded, how do they respond to change? And what are the best strategies for getting them to change their behavior?
I’ve spent a lifetime asking these questions, and applying the lessons learned through study, observation and decades of practical experience in the nonprofit world. Now, I share my expertise with individuals and organizations looking to grow as communicators, reach their goals, and navigate all the new challenges our uncertain future holds.
It all starts with a conversation. Let’s talk about your goals and see how I can help.
Wynn Hausser, Principal
CAPABILITIES
MY APPROACH
MY APPROACH
RESEARCH-BASED
Foundational to my approach is a synthesis of decades of research into how people think and process information, how they behave when alone and in groups, and how they’re persuaded and make decisions. Combined with years of practical experience, I know what works, and apply that knowledge to every project.
CREATIVE PROBLEM-SOLVING
Far too often, people fail to clearly identify the problem they’re trying to solve, getting distracted by symptoms or jumping right to solutions. I stay laser-focused on drilling down to the core issue that needs to be addressed. I then springboard into a solutions-oriented process that embraces out-of-the-box thinking while remaining grounded in the realities of the situation.
AUDIENCE & VALUES
The disappointing reality is that when you aim for everyone, you end up reaching no one. I help identify and target specific audience segments, basing strategies and recommendations on what matters to them. By tailoring discrete approaches based on audience perspectives and motivation, I make sure your messaging is relevant and, more importantly, effective.
KEY MESSAGES
I work with leaders and program staff to create key values-based messages that reinforce a central theme. Those messages are then shaped to meet the specific needs and strengths of each channel while ensuring consistency in communication no matter the medium. I also provide trainings to support communicators in carrying these messages.
THE 80/20 RULE
This rule states that it takes 20% of the time to complete 80% of an activity, and 80% of the time to complete the final 20%. The key is in determining which activities are worth taking the time on, and which are black holes. By working together to answer this question strategically and focusing in on what really matters, we ensure your project is delivering exactly what you need and nothing you don’t.
RESEARCH-BASED
Foundational to my approach is a synthesis of decades of research into how people think and process information, how they behave when alone and in groups, and how they’re persuaded and make decisions. Combined with years of practical experience, I know what works, and apply that knowledge to every project.
CREATIVE PROBLEM-SOLVING
Far too often, people fail to clearly identify the problem they’re trying to solve, getting distracted by symptoms or jumping right to solutions. I stay laser-focused on drilling down to the core issue that needs to be addressed. I then springboard into a solutions-oriented process that embraces out-of-the-box thinking while remaining grounded in the realities of the situation.
AUDIENCE & VALUES
The disappointing reality is that when you aim for everyone, you end up reaching no one. I help identify and target specific audience segments, basing strategies and recommendations on what matters to them. By tailoring discrete approaches based on audience perspectives and motivation, I make sure your messaging is relevant and, more importantly, effective.
KEY MESSAGES
I work with leaders and program staff to create key values-based messages that reinforce a central theme. Those messages are then shaped to meet the specific needs and strengths of each channel while ensuring consistency in communication no matter the medium. I also provide trainings to support communicators in carrying these messages.
THE 80/20 RULE
This rule states that it takes 20% of the time to complete 80% of an activity, and 80% of the time to complete the final 20%. The key is in determining which activities are worth taking the time on, and which are black holes. By working together to answer this question strategically and focusing on what really matters, we ensure your project is delivering exactly what you need and nothing you don’t.
ABOUT WYNN
ABOUT WYNN
Wynn Hausser is a professional communicator and change agent driven by a sense of personal responsibility to help “Repair the World.” A lifelong student of human communication and behavior with degrees from Stanford and Northwestern Universities, Wynn has spent more than three decades serving nonprofit organizations in their quest to raise awareness, visibility and funds; launch initiatives and move through transitions; and help change systems, policies and people’s behavior.
Wynn’s career includes 10 years as a documentary and educational filmmaker, 15 years in higher education communication, and close to a decade as the lead communication professional for other nonprofit organizations. He has extensive experience translating technical, legal, medical and policy details into lay language, spearheaded numerous web-based initiatives and served as a private consultant for a family foundation and arts organization.
Wynn is now sharing his knowledge, experience and wisdom as a consultant, writer and speaker. He has two grown sons and lives in Santa Cruz, California.
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ABOUT WYNN
Wynn Hausser is a professional communicator and change agent driven by a sense of personal responsibility to help “Repair the World.” A lifelong student of human communication and behavior with degrees from Stanford and Northwestern Universities, Wynn has spent more than three decades serving nonprofit organizations in their quest to raise awareness, visibility and funds; launch initiatives and move through transitions; and help change systems, policies and people’s behavior.
Wynn’s career includes 10 years as a documentary and educational filmmaker, 15 years in higher education communication, and close to a decade as the lead communication professional for other nonprofit organizations. He has extensive experience translating technical, legal, medical and policy details into lay language, spearheaded numerous web-based initiatives and served as a private consultant for a family foundation and arts organization.
Wynn is now sharing his knowledge, experience and wisdom as a consultant, writer and speaker. He has two grown sons and lives in Santa Cruz, California.
ABOUT WYNN
Wynn Hausser is a professional communicator and change agent driven by a sense of personal responsibility to help “Repair the World.” A lifelong student of human communication and behavior with degrees from Stanford and Northwestern Universities, Wynn has spent more than three decades serving nonprofit organizations in their quest to raise awareness, visibility and funds; launch initiatives and move through transitions; and help change systems, policies and people’s behavior.
Wynn’s career includes 10 years as a documentary and educational filmmaker, 15 years in higher education communication, and close to a decade as the lead communication professional for other nonprofit organizations. He has extensive experience translating technical, legal, medical and policy details into lay language, spearheaded numerous web-based initiatives and served as a private consultant for a family foundation and arts organization.
Wynn is now sharing his knowledge, experience and wisdom as a consultant, writer and speaker. He has two grown sons and lives in Santa Cruz, California.
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