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The Evaluation Couch

Maria Montenegro
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Welcome to The Evaluation Couch, where we discuss topics related to evaluation and navigating a career in evaluation. In this space, I will share about my evaluation journey, share tips from my career advising and management experience, and invite other evaluators to hear about their perspectives. My goal is to continue promoting the use of evaluation and help evaluators build the careers they des... more

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In this episode, Maria discusses six common myths that can hold back careers in evaluation including the belief that you need a PhD, must specialize, or need to keep collecting credentials to succeed. This episode explores where each of these myths c... more

In this episode, Maria speaks with researcher and evaluation expert John LaVelle about their study on the imposter phenomenon among evaluators. They explore why feelings of imposterism are common among evaluators and how professional identity and com... more

In this episode, Paul Bakker joins The Evaluation Couch to share his insights on how a sales pipeline can support an evaluator's independent consulting business. Paul explains how he tracks different types of leads—open RFPs, vendor-of-record opportu... more

In this episode, Allison Prieur joins Maria to discuss her experience participating in the Evaluation Capacity Case Challenge (EC3). Allison shares how she overcome her hesitation to apply to the program and how this experience has changed her evalua... more

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Nina Sabarre
Founder and CEO of Intention 2 Impact, a social impact consulting firm focused on working with foundations and impact investors.
Intention 2 Impact
Episode: 33. Leaders Transforming Evaluation Workplaces: Nina Sabarre
Dr. Monique Liston
Founder, Chief Strategist and Joyful Militant at Ubuntu Research and Evaluation
Ubuntu Research and Evaluation
Episode: 32. Leaders Transforming Evaluation Workplaces: Monique Liston
Katherine Haugh
CEO and founder of the Convive Collective, focusing on climate-focused philanthropies
Convive Collective
Episode: 31. Leaders Transforming Evaluation Workplaces: Kat Haugh
Eric Barela
Evaluator with over 20 years of experience focusing on urban education and technology innovation.
Episode: 30. Transitions Across Sectors with Eric Barela
Ratiba Taouti Cherif
Supports social impact teams design, implement and learn for lasting change; Creator of the ReThink Social Change Cards.
Episode: 29. Ratiba's Learnings From Navigating Uncertainty in International Development
Veronica Olazabal
Chief Impact and Evaluation Officer at the BHP Foundation
BHP Foundation
Episode: 28. Transitioning to Corporate Philanthropy with Veronica Olazabal
Libby Smith
Former evaluator and breathwork coach
Episode: 27. Building Community: A Dialogue on Values and Collaborative Reflective Practice
Deven Wisner
Co-founder of Vival Insights and doctoral student
Vival Insights
Episode: 27. Building Community: A Dialogue on Values and Collaborative Reflective Practice
Tiffany Tovey
Evaluator and clinical faculty member at UNC Greensboro
UNC Greensboro
Episode: 27. Building Community: A Dialogue on Values and Collaborative Reflective Practice

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Maria Montenegro
Host of the show; shares insights about evaluation and career development, bringing her experience in management and advising to the conversation.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • YEE’s go-to-podcast

    As a struggling Young & Emerging Evaluator, I have benefited a lot from Maria’s podcast which I feel is carefully crafted and curated for us -YEEs. I have listened to all 25 episodes so far, and it just feels that every episode is curated for me.

    Thank you Maria !

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    Tashi Dendup
    Australia9 months ago

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The podcast is praised for its thoughtful exploration of workforce dynamics in the evaluation sector, especially regarding inclusivity and community building.
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6. Lifelong Learning and Career Goals: A Conversation with Michelle Anderson-Draper
Q: What have you learned in the process that could help others that are navigating their career?
Following your curiosity and saying yes to opportunities can help shape and enrich your career path.
11. Doodling a YOU Career: A Conversation With Chris Lysy
Q: What advice would you give to someone who wants to pursue a career that is non-traditional?
Follow your interests, test things out, and find ways to make enough money while adding value to the world.
11. Doodling a YOU Career: A Conversation With Chris Lysy
Q: Do you have any advice for people that are in that stage with what you have learned now?
Start by determining how to earn a similar salary doing interesting work and build your client base from there, rather than focusing solely on rates.
11. Doodling a YOU Career: A Conversation With Chris Lysy
Q: Can you share about a specific moment or experience that made you realize that you wanted to make this more part of your career rather than an additional skill that you were developing?
It wasn't intentional; I was doing a lot of data stuff alongside design, and over time both paths began to merge into a unique career.
28. Transitioning to Corporate Philanthropy with Veronica Olazabal
Q: What are some key terms that evaluators should replace or reframe in their job obligations?
Terms like impact should be reframed to impact specialist or impact technical person, also using the term social investment for grant-making experiences and framing work as engaging in capital markets.

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Focusing on the field of evaluation, this podcast explores a variety of topics related to career development within this sector. It features discussions on essential competencies for evaluators, innovative workplace practices, and the importance of community and shared values in professional growth. The content is enriched by insights from experienced practitioners who share their personal journeys and challenges, particularly regarding inclusivity, anti-racist practices, and the evolving landscape of evaluation in different sectors. This podcast is likely to resonate well with emerging evaluators, seasoned professionals, and those interested in social impact and community engagement, providing valuable guidance and support through shared e... more

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5. Ratiba Taouti Cherif
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