What happens on the first call?

The discovery call is free and takes about 20 minutes. We'll talk through your situation, understand what decision or challenge you're facing, and figure out whether Quiet Ally is the right fit. No pressure, no pitch.

No. Quiet Ally provides strategic HR guidance, not legal advice. We don't represent you in legal proceedings, file claims, or negotiate legal settlements. When you need a lawyer, we'll tell you — and we can help you find the right one.

Do I need an HR consultant or a lawyer?

It depends on the situation. If you're facing a workplace challenge — a PIP, an investigation, an accommodation issue, or an exit — an HR consultant like Quiet Ally can help you understand what's happening, plan your response, and prepare your documentation. If your situation involves a formal legal claim, filing, or negotiation, you'll need an employment attorney. We help you figure out which path is right, and connect you with counsel when needed.

Is what I share confidential?

Yes. Everything you share with Quiet Ally stays between us. We don't share information with your employer, your colleagues, or anyone else unless you explicitly authorize it.

Will you contact my employer?

Not unless you explicitly ask us to and we agree to it in writing. Our work is confidential and we operate entirely behind the scenes. Your employer will not know you've engaged us.

What does HR consulting cost?

Pricing depends on the scope and format. Advisory sessions are billed hourly. Strategy packs and projects are scoped and quoted upfront. We discuss pricing transparently on the discovery call — no surprises.

How quickly can we start working together?

Most engagements begin within a few days of the discovery call. For urgent situations — like an investigation you've just been notified about or a termination meeting scheduled for this week — we can usually move faster.

Who will I be working with?

You'll work directly with Aidan Takhteyev, the founder. Quiet Ally is a solo consultancy by design — your situation stays with one person, not a team.

Can you help me if I've been put on a PIP?

Yes. PIP response is one of our core services. We help you pressure-test the narrative, build a documented response strategy, track timing risks related to protected activity, and decide whether to fight or plan a strategic exit.

Can you run workplace investigations for my organization?

We can help you design, scope, and structure investigations — including investigation plans, interview frameworks, and findings templates. For matters where an external investigator is appropriate, we can advise on selection and oversight.

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS GUIDANCE - NYC & REMOTE

The person you wish you could call when something goes wrong at work.

Quiet Ally provides employee relations guidance for organizations making high-stakes decisions and individuals navigating complex HR situations without an expert in their corner.

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How It Works

“Not every HR situation needs a lawyer. Not every workplace conflict needs a lawsuit. Sometimes you just need someone who gets it.”

WHAT WE DO

Guidance for both sides of the table.

Whether you’re an organization trying to get a difficult decision right, or an individual trying to figure out what just happened — we can help.

For Individuals

01

Situation Assessment

Understand what’s actually happening, what your rights are, and what your options look like — clearly, without jargon.

03

Accommodation Guidance

Navigate accommodation requests so they’re taken seriously — proper framing, documentation, and follow-through.

02

Conversation Strategy

Plan what to say (and what not to say) before the meeting that matters. Walk in with a script, not a stomachache.

04

Exit Strategy

If it’s time to go, leave on your terms. Negotiate severance, protect references, and plan your next move.

For Organizations

01

Investigation Design

Scope and structure workplace investigations that hold up — procedurally sound, properly documented, defensible.

02

Performance Calibration

Ensure performance actions are consistent, well-documented, and aligned with actual risk — not just manager frustration.

03

Accommodation Strategy

Build accommodation processes that meet legal requirements and actually work for the business. Reduce exposure, reduce friction.

04

ER Program Advisory

Strengthen your employee relations infrastructure — from documentation standards to escalation frameworks.

WHY QUIET ALLY

We’ve been in the room where these decisions get made.

Most people don’t know how employee relations decisions actually get made. They don’t know what triggers an investigation, how performance actions get calibrated, or what HR is really weighing when they say “we’ll look into it.”

We do. Because we’ve run those processes from the inside — investigations, terminations, accommodations, restructures. Now we use that knowledge to help organizations do it right and help individuals understand what’s really happening.

Not a law firm.

We Provide strategic HR Guidance, not legal advice. When you need a lawyer, we’ll tell you - and connect you with one

Not corporate HR.

We don’t work for your employer. Our only obligation is to the person or organization that hired us.

Not a hotline.

We go deep. Every engagement starts with understanding the full picture before recommending a path forward.

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Aidan Takhteyev

Aidan founded Quiet Ally after years in HR and employee relations — and after experiencing workplace discrimination firsthand. He was able to navigate it successfully because he understood the system from the inside. But it made one thing clear: most people don’t have that advantage.

Quiet Ally exists to close that gap. Discreet, strategic, and always in your corner.

Something happening at work?

The first call is free. No commitment, no sales pitch. Just a conversation about what you’re dealing with and whether we can help.

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