Articles by Dr. Carlaine Gidman

About Dr. Carlaine Gidman

Dr. Carlaine Gidman is a Senior Business Consultant with International Services, Inc. (ISI) based in Chicago, IL, specializing in strategic-thinking leadership and organizational transformation. Holding a Ph.D. in Business with a specialization in Organizational Leadership and an MBA in Strategic Management, she helps companies refocus, revitalize, and refine their strategies for sustainable growth. Dr. Gidman has skills in board governance, executive development, and leadership training that strengthen confidence, capability, and performance. Known for translating complex strategies into actionable insights, she empowers businesses to navigate change with clarity, confidence, and measurable success.

From Chaos to Control: How Weekly Meetings and Empowerment Transform Small Businesses

June 5, 2026 Dr. Carlaine Gidman Comments Off

For consultants working with Small and Mid-Sized Business Clients The Reality of the Small Business Owner Small business owners are among the hardest-working individuals you will encounter. They are constantly solving problems, approving jobs, […]

Clients want clarity, not complexity. The best consultants translate insight into action by bridging technical expertise with real-world understanding.

The Hidden Skill That Defines Consulting

November 19, 2025 Dr. Carlaine Gidman Comments Off

The conference table is crowded with coffee cups and paperwork. You click through slides filled with ratios, projections, and process maps; each one technically flawless. Across the table, your client nods politely, but their […]

The Three Numbers That Decide Whether Your Marketing Budget Works

August 24, 2026 Comments Off on The Three Numbers That Decide Whether Your Marketing Budget Works
Going Global

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Planning Your Estate

March 2, 2010 Comments Off on Planning Your Estate
Don’t Let Poor Operating Models Undermine Good Strategy

September 16, 2023 Comments Off on Don’t Let Poor Operating Models Undermine Good Strategy
The Marketing-Spend Decision That Saved Our Unit Economics in 2026

July 1, 2026 Comments Off on The Marketing-Spend Decision That Saved Our Unit Economics in 2026