Successful Independent Consulting

JANUARY 30, 2024

If you provide services to companies as an independent consultant or to business professionals as an executive coach, you should be using LinkedIn to help build your business. The key is to create a free LinkedIn Service Page, which is different than a page for your business. Learn more at www.SeatonCX.com.”

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Consulting Matters

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Spoiler alert: You don’t need a ton of entrepreneurial experience to launch your own consulting or coaching business If you’re like a lot of aspiring consulting or coaching business owners, you may have thought, “I’d love to become my own boss, but I don’t have enough entrepreneurial experience or skills!”

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Consulting Matters

JUNE 1, 2023

During our discussion, we explored Dorie's journey into entrepreneurship and how she transitioned from the non-profit world to consulting. She shares how she learned to recognize that running a small business was what she was doing, and how she decided to use those skills to launch her own practice.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 27, 2022

Dan Weedin, a treasured colleague of mine for over ten years, is an experienced entrepreneur, thought leader, author, and award-winning speaker who has a passion for consulting, coaching, and mentoring other entrepreneurs and business professionals. I've had a front-row seat to Dan's growth as a business owner and a thought leader.

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Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

I have witnessed her remarkable journey from a start-up consulting business owner to an established expert with five published books and author of articles featured in Fast company, the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, Forbes. And most importantly, we could all learn a thing or two from Roberta's new book, "Can We Talk?"

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Consulting Matters

AUGUST 4, 2022

Want a common sense, down-to-earth approach for developing leaders, growing organizations, and creating a profitable consulting or coaching business? Today I'm talking with Lee Cockerell, the former Executive Vice President of Operations for Walt Disney resort and currently a consultant, author, and speaker.

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Consulting Matters

MAY 25, 2023

Get ready to explore this goldmine with our special guest, Erin Austin, an attorney, business strategist, and expert in helping entrepreneurs create, protect, and monetize their intellectual property. Ensure you're booked solid with clients you love.

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Consulting Matters

AUGUST 3, 2023

Sarah Gleason, a successful business owner and a personal development coach, exemplifies this spirit of resilience. Sarah's journey is an open book, marked by both triumphs and trials. Sarah transformed from a consultant to a mentor, helping others navigate their path to success. The journey wasn't without its obstacles.

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Consulting Matters

JUNE 16, 2022

This quote was a catalyst that completely transformed my approach to growing my own business and helping others do the same. Myths that keep consultants and coaches from using an ideal client archetype. Ask them about what's happening in their life, career, and business that makes them think of you.

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Chad Barr

OCTOBER 23, 2019

I am honored to be on the list (among Bain, Boston Consulting Group. Gartner, McKinsey and others) of the “ Top 50 blogs, magazines and websites for consultants ” This is the best ”top 50 list” of blogs, magazines and websites for consultants that you will find on the internet.

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Consulting Matters

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Here’s what you need to know There’s a six-letter word that reflects one of the biggest reasons why accomplished, mid-career professionals would give up their secure, lucrative career to start their own consulting or coaching business. Book a FREE Strategic Clarity Coaching Session with me. You can snag it here.

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Consulting Matters

MAY 26, 2022

Katie is a leadership consultant, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and best-selling author. Second, if you're a consultant or coach who works with organizations, pay attention to how you can consider these best practices as part of your consulting and coaching. But, it's what she lives. It oozes out of her. So listen in!

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Consulting Matters

DECEMBER 10, 2020

When consultant and trainer Christy Ogilvie's business dried up because of the pandemic, she flipped this question around and started to ask, "OMG - could I be doing anything else to make my business grow even stronger?" How creating a course can reinvigorate your passion for your business and what you do. Take Action.

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Consulting Matters

JUNE 2, 2022

Have you hit the top of your profession or exceeded your business goals and wondered what's next? We went to Nantucket for our honeymoon, where I went ten years ago for a personal business retreat. We went to Nantucket for our honeymoon, where I went ten years ago for a personal business retreat.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 29, 2013

in Business Frameworks. You can use the MECE framework to help you think clearly about a business problem. The MECE framework can be applied to a lot of different business problems, for example, “what is the source of Coca-Cola’s declining global profitability?” Graduate Consulting Group. Definitions.

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Consulting Matters

JUNE 23, 2022

Today, we're talking about the five simple steps to developing your ideal client archetype, which builds on what we talked about in my last two blogs, why people don't get it when you speak and write about what you do and what is ideal client archetype and why you need one. Create a win-win path for ease in your business.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 3, 2013

in Business Strategy. Get Email Updates (It’s Free). -- Australia’s premier consulting blog. Graduate Consulting Group. Business Frameworks. Business Strategy. Management Consulting. Enjoy the Consulting Blog? Definitions. Helpful Links. Under Promise and Over Deliver. Categories.

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Consulting Matters

OCTOBER 13, 2022

I asked Contacts Count President and Networking Guru Vern Schellenger to do an on-air coaching session with me to help me craft my own personal and business networking strategy. Book a call with me at www.betsyjordyn.com/schedule, and let's chat about your project. Architect Your Business Joy with Jodee Peevor.

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Consulting Matters

MAY 5, 2022

If you've been listening to my series on "owning your strengths," you want a high income and high-impact coaching or consulting business that leverages your strengths! Most consultants and coaches eventually face the big challenge that you can't just "get out there and get clients." And if you need help, book time with me.

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Consulting Matters

JULY 7, 2022

Do you want to know what executives in world-class companies think about leadership and why they hire consultants and coaches? He is also the author of the newly released book Engage, Inspire, Lead. But figuring out how executives think can be challenging for consultants and coaches if we haven't been executives before.

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Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

He has expertise that few consultants possess and creates amazing content, especially videos, that attract his ideal client. Flash forward to today - his consulting business helps clients create the future and not just respond! How Jared leverages his motivations and gains confidence to propel his business forward.

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Consulting Matters

APRIL 28, 2022

I was Jahaan's first business mentor when she started her business. We worked through her brand positioning as a consultant to the sports industry who transformed front-line teams into brand ambassadors, which made logical sense given her experience working for the Red Sox, Dodgers, and the Cubs. This wasn't her dream business!

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 15, 2012

As a result of the crisis, there was less money available for consumption and investment activity, and businesses found it difficult to re-finance existing loans. Just stumbled across your blog, and your current post struck a responsive chord. Here is a recent post from my blog on “growth”: [link]. Business Strategy.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 17, 2013

in Business Strategy. I was looking for some inspiration lately due to my struggles in finding a consulting position. Get Email Updates (It’s Free). -- Australia’s premier consulting blog. Graduate Consulting Group. Business Frameworks. Business Strategy. Management Consulting.

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Tsavo Neal

JANUARY 20, 2022

“What are examples of some of the best consultant websites?” ” “Why does an independent consultant need a website?” ” As a specialist in design, copywriting, and marketing for consultants, I’m biased. I believe every consultant should have a website. It even instills confidence in you.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 15, 2013

in Business Strategy. Get Email Updates (It’s Free). -- Australia’s premier consulting blog. Graduate Consulting Group. Business Frameworks. Business Strategy. Management Consulting. Enjoy the Consulting Blog? Definitions. Helpful Links. Better Is Not Better. Different is Better.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 27, 2013

in Management Consulting. Consulting firms are often associated with ivory tower elitism or faceless prestige. They were voted ‘Best management consultancy’ by clients in the 2012 BRW Client Choice Awards. Get Email Updates (It’s Free). -- Australia’s premier consulting blog. Business Strategy.

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Steve Shu Consulting

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Here are some of the techniques I have used over the years in different consulting roles, such as working for a traditional consulting firm, boutique firm, or as an independent: Research and keep a scrapboook of ideas – This can be a folder where you drop killer slides you’ve run into, killer figures, well done models, articles, etc.

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Tom Spencer

JULY 3, 2012

in Business Strategy. Previous post: Strategy and general business consulting firms in Australia 2012. Next post: Insights from Australia’s Leading Social Sector Consulting Firm. Get Email Updates (It’s Free). -- Australia’s premier consulting blog. Graduate Consulting Group. Definitions.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 9, 2020

The two most popular paths high achievers take when they leave corporate is to either start their own consulting business or start their own coaching business. In this blog post I want to help you understand the difference between the two so that you can you know which one is right for you AND set yourself up for success.

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Johanna Rothman

MAY 26, 2023

I am thrilled to announce a book birthday: Successful Independent Consulting: Focus on Relationships That Matter. People often ask me how long it takes me to write a book. Every book takes the time it takes. Here's the story of the consulting book. I have a guideline for my books. See Manage It!

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Tom Spencer

MAY 29, 2013

in Business Strategy. Next post: 9 Signs It’s Time to Hire an Outside Consultant. Get Email Updates (It’s Free). -- Australia’s premier consulting blog. Graduate Consulting Group. Business Frameworks. Business Strategy. Management Consulting. Enjoy the Consulting Blog?

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 20, 2013

in Business Strategy. Get Email Updates (It’s Free). -- Australia’s premier consulting blog. Graduate Consulting Group. Business Frameworks. Business Strategy. Management Consulting. Enjoy the Consulting Blog? Definitions. Helpful Links. Know Your Outcome. Burn all other bridges.

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Successful Independent Consulting

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Do some market-rate benchmarking to learn what other consultants are charging, or what clients are paying. Try doing a quick survey of similar consultants you know (maybe ask them to select from list of price ranges). Or search the internet: for example, “typical consultant rate for organizational design in New York.”

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Consulting Matters

MARCH 16, 2023

Have you ever felt you need to make more progress with your consulting or coaching business? Today, we decode the profit puzzle and dive into the different levels of success you can achieve with your consulting or coaching business: stable profits, sustainable growth, and scalable success. How great does that sound?

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 2, 2012

Get Email Updates (It’s Free). -- Australia’s premier consulting blog. Graduate Consulting Group. Business Frameworks. Business Strategy. Management Consulting. Enjoy the Consulting Blog? Definitions. Helpful Links. Happy New Year! by Tom Spencer on January 3, 2012 · 0 comments.

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Johanna Rothman

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Then I read Lorin Hochstein's brilliant assessment in On productivity metrics and management consultants. All of us consultants can do the same. And I argue, those of us who are successful consultants—that's the point of our IP. Writing alternatives: Blog posts. Books, but that's a much longer effort.

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