Seth Godin Blog

MARCH 7, 2019

I don’t have the time.”. “I can’t afford it.”. “I …almost always means, “this is not a priority.” ” When we care, it’s amazing how much we can get done. One way to choose to care is to be clear about your priorities, which means being clear in your language.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Outsourcing and managed services are appealing options for many companies at a time when workforces are stretched thin. But don’t be fooled—these terms aren’t interchangeable. What is outsourcing? Although managed services and outsourcing both involve hiring a partner organization, they encompass different levels of work.

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Consulting Matters

AUGUST 26, 2021

Let's be real - you don't want to grow your OWN consulting or coaching business for the money. If you were in it for the money, you'd stay in corporate. Not only is it possible to make great money using your strengths and passion - but it's THE best way to that end. So, let's make this happen for you! Why consulting or coaching?

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Steve Shu Consulting

AUGUST 29, 2022

I’d avoid collecting money entirely (i.e., At the time that damaged my reputation even though the whole situation was something that occurred at a much higher level. And they take some risks, so it is quite fair to pay consultants up-front or along the way in a timely manner. This is an answer to a question I was posed on Quora.

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Successful Independent Consulting

AUGUST 4, 2022

Sure, it sounds fabulous—the ability to be selective about the work you do, have a flexible schedule, escape office politics, make good money—but there are drawbacks. Although I made more money while working fewer hours, I also had to learn how to run my own business. Relatedly, your cash flow will likely be erratic.

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Successful Independent Consulting

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

When times get tough (and they will at some point), you’ll need to remind yourself why you’ve taken the road less travelled as a solopreneur. How much money do you want to make? For example, “I want to make at least X dollars a year,” or “I want to make enough money to pay for an amazing family vacation every year.”

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Successful Independent Consulting

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Sure, it sounds fabulous – be selective about which jobs you take, have a flexible schedule, escape office politics, make really good money – but it definitely has some drawbacks. Although I made more money while working fewer hours, I also had to learn how to run my own business. Corresponding worksheet here. )

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David A Fields

JUNE 21, 2022

However, your efforts to build visibility consume considerable time and money while producing questionable results. Effective marketing will increase awareness, engagement and credibility among your consulting firm’s target audience. A couple of proven, consulting firm marketing principles will boost your marketing success.

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Consulting Success

JUNE 13, 2022

It requires a lot of work, time, and money. Building and growing a business is not easy. So how can you fast-track your consulting business’ growth?

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David A Fields

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

If you’ve spent any time and/or money on content marketing, you’ve likely discovered that creating … Continued. Content marketing is all the rage, and for good reason when it comes to building your consulting firm.

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BCG

MARCH 21, 2017

Donors and NGOs partner to meet the needs of vulnerable populations, but paperwork and other administrative requirements can draw time and resources away from the intended beneficiaries. Article Tuesday, March 21, 2017.

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Successful Independent Consulting

MAY 19, 2022

By tracking (measuring) how you spend your time, you can increase your effectiveness, your income, and even your quality of life. Time is one resource that’s truly irreplaceable.once it’s gone, it’s gone for good. Are you using your time in ways that provide the most return? Why to track your time? What to track?

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Consulting Matters

MARCH 16, 2023

Well, it's time to say enough already and go from surviving to thriving! If so, head over to my calendar and book some time with me at www.betsyjordyn.com/schedule to chat more about it. Are you tired of hit-or-miss profits and feeling like you're never getting ahead? So how do you get out of this trap?

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Alan Weiss

MARCH 18, 2024

Time and money are not resources, they are priorities. We do this all the time, deciding to spend money on an unanticipated opportunity and spend time at a newly-scheduled event. That is, a buyer can “reallocate” them to higher needs.

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Consulting Success

AUGUST 17, 2020

Unfortunately, most of them don’t work, wasting your time and money. Do you own a business, but finding it hard to break past revenue plateaus? A lot of business strategies claim to make your business grow and increase your profit margins.

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Successful Independent Consulting

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

In addition to saving money on my current tax bill, that money will grow tax-free for 20 years. When I retire, I’ll be in a lower tax bracket because I will be earning less, so the money I take out will be taxed at a lower tax rate than it would be now. Article: It’s Time to Recognize Professional Independents!

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Successful Independent Consulting

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

So make sure you put time on your calendar every week for talking to prospects and partners. Mimiran makes this really easy, but whatever system you are using, make sure there is time blocked off in your calendar.). Of course, often it's not enough to just talk to someone once. But just because you're solo, doesn't mean you're alone.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 19, 2024

This article explores how the Fed uses tools like the federal funds rate and money supply to shape economic outcomes, including inflation. The federal funds rate determines the cost of interbank borrowing in the overnight money market, which influences the interest rates that banks charge on consumer and business loans.

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Markovitz Consulting

AUGUST 3, 2021

Along with spending more money on technology, adding meetings to everyone’s already overburdened schedule is an example of conclusion jumping at its finest. Fortunately, before instituting a new set of meetings, she took the time to deeply understand the situation during our class.

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Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Not only did you land the work but now this client is working with you time and time again. Unsure about how to build long-term client relationships and referral sources to new clients? Here’s what you need to know. Picture this: All your hard work getting clients has paid off.

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Successful Independent Consulting

MARCH 11, 2022

Is it worth the time and money if you get most of your business from referrals or by subcontracting? The easy way to create a simple, yet professional website You don’t need to spend weeks and piles of money creating a fancy website with video, graphics, and custom photography. The short answer is, yes. Here’s why: 1.

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Consulting Matters

OCTOBER 21, 2021

If you’re anything like me, money questions are a constant companion at each stage of the entrepreneurial journey. It’s a transformation of your relationship to money. How to stop losing your WHY and motivation by waisting money on DIY tactical work. Invest in your business build right the first time.

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Johanna Rothman

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

No payment for my time or my IP (Intellectual Property). However, I expect payment in money when people ask me to create new IP. That's a lot of time for no money. Even though their offer will cost the consultant time, money, and intellectual property. That means I assess each request for my time.

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Consulting Matters

DECEMBER 23, 2020

To help you master the art and science of pricing consulting services, let me share with you 5 Guiding Principles : Pricing is not a separate activity you to do earn money for your consulting. There is more on the line emotionally if your client says no to YOU because of the impact on self-esteem and money fears.

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Consulting Matters

AUGUST 26, 2021

Let's be real - you don't want to grow your OWN consulting or coaching business for the money. If you were in it for the money, you'd stay in corporate. Not only is it possible to make great money using your strengths and passion - but it's THE best way to that end. So, let's make this happen for you! Why consulting or coaching?

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 5, 2021

You may think you need a lot of money in the bank and a "rolodex" of potential clients and referrals. You must stop from time to time to lay claim to the progress you have made and close off the option of retreating to a smaller version of yourself.” The fear of the unknown is to be expected. ” Alison Armstrong.

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Consulting Success

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Michael was recently featured on Conscious Millionaire for the second time. Do you focus on making as much money as you can — or creating as much value as you can? Money follows value. Do that, and the money will. That’s why you need to focus on creating value first.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 26, 2024

Inflation, which refers to a general increase in the price of goods and services, results in a reduction in the purchasing power of money over time. The price of some goods in the basket will fall over time, the price of other goods will remain constant, and the price of a few goods may increase dramatically.

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

There’s an expression here in the United States that money changes people (for the worse) and that power corrupts people. Instead, I think money and power merely amplify a person’s true values and beliefs. When you have money and power, you aren’t beholden to anyone. Unsubscribe at any time. I disagree. First Name *.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 5, 2020

If you're a consulting or coaching business owner, you probably invest a ton of time, money and mental energy trying to find your perfect clients and convince them of your value. It also has to be about working with clients who are worthy of YOUR time and talents. Do they show up on time? Are they reliable and consistent?

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Consulting Success

JUNE 17, 2019

Investing money, time, and strategy in a company are the fundamentals you can apply to any industry. Taking us back to his younger years, Roland shares the different approaches he saw on how people make money. Founder of War Room Mastermind, Roland Frasier, shares how combining these three to equity deals can help build wealth.

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Seth Godin Blog

APRIL 12, 2024

When someone starts a business, they spend a bunch of time with a business plan, working to raise funds and get it off the ground. After that, though, the purpose of the business is completely aligned with the idea of not running out of money. We run a business to make money, not to spend it.

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Clarity Consultants

JANUARY 29, 2023

Instead, you’re left with less money in the bank and employees mindlessly clicking through the lessons, just praying for it to end. And while you could send all of your employees to in-person training, this can be costly and a time sucker. Not to mention it saves you time and money so that you can focus on more important things.

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Johanna Rothman

JANUARY 6, 2022

He didn't have enough money to pay the salaries he thought everyone deserved. He'd fought with his fellow VPs for more money, but that didn't work. He had a too-small pot of money to distribute. But Tim didn't have a large-enough pot of money to give them the raises Tim thought they deserved. You see the problem.

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Harvard Business

OCTOBER 5, 2023

With cost of capital this low, many managers have paid scant attention to the time value of money — an essential concept in doing financial analysis.

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Startups typically have a tougher time raising money during recessions. But that’s not the only reason they struggle during downturns, according to new research — they also have a tougher time hiring. That’s because job seekers prefer safer options and so are more likely to apply for jobs at incumbent firms.

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