Do you see any of these common red flags?
Your team is stretched thin and you don't know what to cut
Everything feels urgent—you’re in constant reactive mode
You're working harder than ever but not sure why everything feels so hard
Budget cuts are looming and you’re not sure how to run more efficiently
You're putting out fires instead of being strategic
You have a plan for 2026, but are pretty sure you don’t have the capacity to execute it
The hard truth: You know that if you enter 2026 without clarity, it’ll be that much harder to shift from reactive to proactive. October and November are your best window to change that.
Introducing the 2026 Readiness Assessment
A focused 4-week engagement that helps overwhelmed leadership teams move from chaos to clarity.
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In just one month, we'll help you:
✓ See clearly what's not working (and what is)
✓ Find hidden capacity in your organization
✓ Build a realistic plan that aligns with your actual resources
✓ Get tools and systems to stay proactive when change hits
✓ Enter 2026 with confidence—not just hope
You'll walk away with everything you need: A comprehensive roadmap, an executive dashboard built in your tools, clear priorities, and the confidence that you're ready.
The Process
Week 0: Align & Launch
We meet with your leadership team, launch our assessment, and set clear expectations. No surprises, no wasted time.
Week 1: Diagnose
We interview your executives and key leaders one-on-one to understand what's really happening beneath the surface.
Week 2: Analyze & Validate
We listen to your staff, synthesize all the data, and identify the patterns that are holding you back.
Week 3: Recommend & Build
We create your comprehensive roadmap, build your executive dashboard, and develop the tools you need to execute.
Week 4: Deliver & Activate
We present our findings to your team, facilitate your planning session, and ensure you're set up to take action immediately.
What you get: Everything you need to make 2026 your best year yet
You'll Walk Away With...
Executive Dashboard
Built in YOUR existing tools (no new software to learn). Track what matters in under 10 minutes per week.
Comprehensive Recommendations Report
10-15 pages of specific, actionable insights about what's working, what's not, and exactly what to do about it.
Clear Priorities for 2026
No more "everything is urgent." You'll know exactly what matters most and what can wait.
Systems & SOPs
Step-by-step guides for how to maintain momentum and stay proactive when change hits.
Start/Stop/Continue Roadmap
One-page summary of what to begin, what to end, and what to keep doing—with clear rationale for each.
30-Day Follow-Up
We check back in to see what's working, what's stuck, and how we can help (included free).
What leaders are saying...
Eddie Kaufholz, Director of Strategic Communications and Campaigns - Bread for the World
"Way Forth fundamentally reshaped how we think about our systems and workflow. They were patient, attentive, and responsive to our needs, ultimately setting us on a path we’re still thriving on today. I can’t recommend Way Forth Collective highly enough. If you and your team are looking for clarity—not just on what you need, but on what you don’t even know you need—they’re the ones to call."
Sarah Starrenburg - United Bible Societies
“Working with Way Forth has made our team more connected and more effective. Our team feels more focused and each member is better able to see the big picture, so that we can deliver maximum impact for those we serve.
Jon Hirst, Chief Innovation Officer - Innovation in Mission
“The Way Forth Team gave me confidence to make bold plans and commit to move quickly towards the goals the project. Over several engagements, they have brought together a mix of strategic thinking, project planning and implementation that rounded out our efforts and complimented our work seamlessly. Their competent and caring staff supported the project professionally and with quality work.”
Our Track Record
​When we've done this work with organizations like Young Life, Christianity Today, and ETEN Innovation Lab, we've consistently delivered at least 2:1 ROI—finding twice the investment in operational savings or capacity gains.
But more importantly: Leaders tell us they finally feel ready instead of reactive.
Why Act Now?
October and November are the ideal window. After Thanksgiving, everyone's focused on year-end. By January, you're already playing catch-up.
We have capacity for 3 more November engagements. After that, our next availability is February 2026.
The uncomfortable question: If you wait, will anything actually change?
About Way Forth
Who We Are
Way Forth Collective has spent over a decade helping mission-driven organizations move from chaos to clarity. We specialize in strategic operations, project management, and organizational health for nonprofits who are doing meaningful work in a complicated world.
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We've worked with:
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Christianity Today
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Barna
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Young Life
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Navigators
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ETEN Innovation Lab
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Biblica
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American Bible Society
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And dozens of other organizations committed to making a difference
Our approach: We don't do fake work. We ask hard questions, surface uncomfortable truths, and give you actionable recommendations you can implement immediately. We care more about your success than being liked.
Ready to enter 2026 with clarity?
Here's what happens next:
1. Schedule your free 30-minute consultation
We'll discuss your situation, answer your questions, and determine if this is the right fit.
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2. If it's a fit, we'll send a proposal
You'll have everything in writing—scope, timeline, investment, deliverables.
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3. We start in November
Four weeks later, you'll have everything you need to make 2026 your best year yet.