What is the main goal during the Implementation stage of consultation?

During the Implementation stage of consultation, the primary focus is on formulating a specific plan and ensuring that the consultee actively implements it. This stage transforms theoretical discussions and planning into actionable steps. It is essential that the consultee has a clear understanding of the strategies and interventions to be employed and is equipped to carry them out effectively.

This phase emphasizes collaboration between the consultant and consultee, where ongoing support and feedback mechanisms are established to monitor the implementation process. The goal is not merely to have a plan but to ensure that it is applied in a real-world context, fostering positive outcomes and addressing the issues identified during earlier phases of consultation.

Other options, such as ending the consulting relationship or gathering additional information, are not appropriate focuses during this stage, as the emphasis is critically on action and application rather than on wrapping up or merely collecting data. Developing future goals may come after implementation, as it typically addresses how to continue progress once the initial plan has been enacted.