Our Services

What We Do

We Help People and Teams Build the Skills That Matter Most

At Essential Skills Consulting, we bring the science of human skills into real-world settings—helping individuals and organizations grow in ways that are measurable, meaningful, and lasting. Whether you’re focused on personal development, team dynamics, or large-scale capacity-building, we offer research-backed services tailored to your goals.

Skills Assessment

Uncover strengths. Target growth. Make smarter decisions.

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We offer human skill assessments using the Behavioral, Emotional, and Social Skills Inventory (BESSI)—a scientifically validated tool developed by our team of researchers. The BESSI measures 32 distinct skills across five domains that drive performance, collaboration, and resilience.

Our assessment services help you:

Identify individual and team strengths

Pinpoint skill gaps that may be holding you back

Inform coaching, training, and organizational planning

We offer flexible formats including brief screeners and full-length inventories. Results are delivered with clear, actionable insights—not just data.

Who it’s for: Individuals, teams, educators, HR leaders, coaches, nonprofit program leads, policy organizations

Skills Coaching

Move from insight to impact—with science-backed, personalized guidance.

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Our coaching services help people and teams apply human skills in everyday situations—from leading a meeting to managing stress, navigating conflict, or staying on track toward long-term goals.

Each coaching engagement includes:

A review of your BESSI results to guide focus

Collaborative goal-setting tied to your context

Practical strategies for skill-building, backed by behavioral science

Ongoing check-ins to support progress and sustainability

Sessions can be tailored for individuals, small teams, or leadership cohorts. Coaching is available as one-time consults or ongoing packages.

Who it’s for: Professionals, students, team leads, emerging leaders, educators, talent development programs

Workshops

Build human skills together—through hands-on learning and real-world application.

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Our workshops are interactive, research-informed experiences designed to help participants understand, practice, and apply human skills that matter most for their roles.

What makes our workshops different:

We use tools like the BESSI to ground learning in data

Sessions blend science, self-reflection, and group dialogue

Content is always adapted to your audience and setting

Sample topics include:

Leading with confidence and empathy

Strengthening team trust and collaboration

Emotional regulation under pressure

Building resilience in times of change

Available in 60-minute, half-day, or multi-session formats—delivered in person or virtually.

Who it’s for: Schools, businesses, nonprofits, public-sector teams, training programs

Keynotes

Inspire your audience with the science—and power—of human skills.

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Our keynote talks offer an engaging introduction to human skills, combining cutting-edge research with stories and insights that resonate with diverse audiences. Whether you’re hosting a conference, retreat, or policy forum, we’ll tailor the message to fit your goals.

Keynotes can explore:

Why human skills are the key to thriving in a changing world

The psychology of growth, resilience, and performance

Measuring what matters: Insights from the BESSI

How individuals and organizations can build skills that last

Every talk is designed to leave your audience informed, inspired, and ready to take action.

Who it’s for: Organizational leaders, educators, policymakers, professional networks, event planners

Ready to Build Essential Human Skills?

Whether you’re looking to support a team, host a workshop, or explore your own growth, we’re here to help. Let’s talk about how we can support your goals with evidence-based tools and personalized support.

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