# Consultant discovery brief

**Client:** [Client name]
**Session date:** [Date]

## Client goals
- [Outcome and why it matters]

## Current situation
- [Known facts]

## Constraints
- Budget: [Confirmed / undisclosed]
- Timeline: [Confirmed / to discuss]
- Stakeholders: [Names and roles]

## Assumptions to verify
- [Assumption] — [How to validate]

## Suggested next steps (not yet approved)
1. [Step] — [Owner to confirm]

## Questions for next session
- [Question]

## Consultant action checklist
- [ ] Confirm scope with client
- [ ] Check decision-makers and due dates
- [ ] Send recap for review