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Supplement Your Consulting Pipeline by Subcontracting

Successful Independent Consulting

Most independent consultants have some FUD (fear, uncertainty, or doubt) when it comes to finding work. Subcontracting to a well-established consulting firm or through an agency or online platform can be an attractive option. It’s an easy way to see if you even like consulting. Subcontract to a major consulting firm.

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Ten Factors to Consider Before Jumping into Independent Consulting

Successful Independent Consulting

Being a self-employed consultant or “solopreneur” isn’t for everyone. I made the leap to independent consulting in 2004 and never looked back. Now I run a national talent agency for HR consultants as well as the Professional Independent Consultants of America, both organizations that help independent consultants be successful.

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The Hidden Costs of Under-Investing in your Business Development

Consulting Matters

Their vision is that they want to take control over their career and use their time and talents towards building their own bottom line instead of someone else's. If you want to grow your own consulting or coaching business, there are three things you need if it's going to be set up for long-term success: 1. And they have fear.

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How to Shape Thinking & Influence Executives with Retired Walt Disney World Parks President, Meg Crofton

Consulting Matters

Meg's impressive journey to the top and her insights on leadership and personal development are truly enlightening. This concept involves translating a company's vision and mission into meaningful activities that help people develop conviction for their work. Meg defines shaping thinking as more than just influencing others.

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From Disney to Diverse Leadership with Former Walt Disney World Parks President, Meg Crofton

Consulting Matters

Meg's impressive journey to the top and her insights on leadership and personal development are truly enlightening. This concept involves translating a company's vision and mission into meaningful activities that help people develop conviction for their work. Meg defines shaping thinking as more than just influencing others.

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Supplementing Your Pipeline with Consulting Agencies

Successful Independent Consulting

Perhaps the hardest thing for an independent consultant is not knowing where your next project is coming from, or when. This article summarizes the pros and cons of these options, gives you questions for starting your research, and introduces you to some of the better-known consulting agencies. Sometimes this can be negotiated.

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Earn Your Seat in the C - Suite with Darden’s Chief People & Diversity Officer Sarah King

Consulting Matters

Sarah and I met in 2012 when she hired me to consult with her and the senior team at Wyndham Vacation Ownership on a massive org transformation project she was leading. She does it all through her ability to influence, which is an essential skill for consultants and coaches – both internal and external. That is not true!

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