Successful Independent Consulting

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

As consultants, our ability to communicate effectively is vital to our success. Whether you’re meeting a potential client for the first time or you have to deliver some difficult feedback, it’s hard to over prepare. I had literally written “clear” and “candid” in my diagram notes prior to the meeting!

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Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

All consultants and coaches need to be clear on the differences between their role and the role of their clients. Related: Consulting vs. Leading. Use your initial discovery meetings as a way to connect, not sell. If you don't feel comfortable selling your consulting and coaching services - hooray! That's a good thing.

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Successful Independent Consulting

MAY 29, 2019

As an independent consultant, it’s vital that you convey professionalism at every step if you want to get hired at a great rate. Who are you more interested to meet and potentially hire? Who are you more interested to meet and potentially hire? I recommend including a professional photo since consulting is a people business.

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Consulting Matters

MAY 25, 2023

Learn more: [link] Join this action-learning mastermind community for proven consulting/coaching marketing & sales strategies, time-saving tools, easy-to-follow templates, revenue-generating copywriting skills and community support to. Ensure you're booked solid with clients you love.

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Consultants' Consultant

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Consultants Consultant: Running effective meetings is not all common sense. Check out my series on Offsites 101 Download my Offsite planning checklist Get some DIY Offsite Games to play And check out Seth Godin on how to run a better meeting As a kicker, Seth’s tips on zoom and skype (you need this!).

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Consulting Matters

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Today I'll discuss the positioning traps that hold consultants back from their impact and earning potential. To set the context for what I mean by positioning traps – I need to take you back in time to 1997 when m y mentor and professor told me – people don't get what you do and what you can offer as an organizational consultant.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 5, 2023

If you are a STEM major looking to go into technical consulting, whether at a large generalist firm or a small boutique one, you will likely need to draw upon your knowledge of digital tools and skills. However, some of the specific technical software you might use in graduate school may not be the same ones used in consulting.

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Consulting Matters

AUGUST 6, 2018

Download Episode Transcript. Smart and values-driven consultants typically don't like marketing. Same goes for internal consultants. If that's the case, download my guidebook "Consulting Branding & Marketing." You'll also get some ideas on how to meet and impress your future clients.

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Consultants' Consultant

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Consultants Consultant: Running effective meetings is not all common sense. Check out my series on Offsites 101 Download my Offsite planning checklist Get some DIY Offsite Games to play And check out Seth Godin on how to run a better meeting As a kicker, Seth’s tips on zoom and skype (you need this!).

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Consulting Matters

AUGUST 6, 2018

Download Episode Transcript. Do you the one meeting that will literally change your client's life and define your entire client engagement and earning potential? It's the meeting that some might call a Discovery Meeting, Free Consult or Complimentary Strategy Session. Instead its found in.

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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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Consulting Matters

MAY 12, 2022

Dianna and I had a unique business, "meet cute." One of my fellow participants was Dianna, a quality engineering consultant who seemed like she already knew me when I met her. I could tell from meeting Dianna how brilliant she is as an engineer. Step Into Your Power As A Consultant And Coach with Jahaan Blake. Learn more.

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Consulting Matters

APRIL 21, 2022

She is a seasoned software turned career mentor to aspiring software consultants. On the surface, Jennifer's most logical business model was to start her own software consulting. Jennifer is great at mentoring other people, especially heart-centered, logical women, and equipping them for success as software consultants.

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Consulting Matters

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

And each time you go to the grocery store, meet neighbors, go to the kids' soccer match, attend holiday parties, it is a chance to meet clients or people who know your potential clients. And you’ll instantly stand out among the crowd because the majority of consultants and coaches don’t do this well.

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Consulting Matters

AUGUST 6, 2018

Download Episode Transcript. My evidence - when I first started consulting, it was no problem to get a senior team together for 3 days to plan for strategy and change. You get this positioning and permission to raise difficult issues during the contracting process, from the very first Discovery meeting. Change is hard.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 29, 2020

Most consultants and coaches experience fears around money. Having this mindset is essential for consultants and coaches, especially those want to work with senior leaders. Their perception of the value of what you bring to the table forms long before they meet you. Money fears are totally normal and should be expected.

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Consulting Matters

MAY 11, 2023

If you’re a consultant or coach (or aspiring to become one), you’re probably on LinkedIn already because you know it’s the best social platform for your type of business. If you’re a consultant wanting to work with an organization, this is likely the ONLY platform C-Suite executives are on.

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Consulting Matters

AUGUST 6, 2018

Download Episode Transcript. My evidence - when I first started consulting, it was no problem to get a senior team together for 3 days to plan for strategy and change. You get this positioning and permission to raise difficult issues during the contracting process, from the very first Discovery meeting. Change is hard.

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Successful Independent Consulting

MARCH 15, 2017

You can download the entire series as a reference guide here. Whether or not you have a website for your independent consulting business, it’s critical that you have a polished, professional profile on LinkedIn. For example, Management Consultant or Founder of Jane Smith Consulting are too vague to be useful.

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Women in Consulting

OCTOBER 9, 2014

Women In Consulting recently announced the results of its 13th Annual Consulting Best Practices and Compensation Study at our September general meeting. The overarching theme was that consultants and small business owners are reporting that their businesses are “the same, but better.” By: Amy Smith. By: Amy Smith.

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 5, 2015

AS an aspiring consultant, the purpose of networking is to gain industry contacts, learn about your target firms, and obtain names that you can use in your application cover letter (e.g. “I There are various ways to gain contacts prior to sending out your consulting applications. (Source: Flickr ).

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 20, 2020

You don't have to become a subcontractor to another consultant or coach that has mastered marketing more than you have. Whose team you are excited about meeting with. Offering a free consult. #4 I have been a consultant and coach for over 20 years. ” Get access to FREE Consulting Quick Wins!

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Tom Spencer

MAY 22, 2016

We have commented on consulting jargon before, but we will do it again. Organisations hire management consultants to provide advice on their most challenging business problems. Senior management are busy people, and so consultants need to communicate as clearly as possible. Adding value: Making a contribution.

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Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

You can look at building a consulting and coaching practice in one of two ways. Why Consultants and Coaches Need a Brand. When you do your brand building work with intention and focus – you get out of a transactional relationship with your clients and infuse your consulting and coaching with deep meaning.

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Nash Consulting

MAY 21, 2024

Mastering Post-Training Sustainability: Strategies to Maintain Organizational Change By Nash Consulting Successfully planning and implementing robust training in an organization isn’t a small feat. Share this at every opportunity—make it a staple in your emails, meetings, and informal chats. What’s in it for me?)

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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. And in the process, you're overlooking one key factor: A client/consultant or coach relationship is an equal partnership between two people.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 27, 2016

Consultants work on projects of varying lengths, and are often required to travel to work on site with the client. The specific tasks that a consultant undertakes will depend on which firm she works for, the project requirements, as well as her level of seniority and experience. (Source: Flickr ). Research and Analysis. Implementation.

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Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

You have a meeting scheduled with someone who has expressed interest in doing work with you. In this article, I want to share you with practical tips on how to leverage this meeting towards establishing your credibility with your future client while positioning yourself to maximize your contribution AND compensation.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 15, 2020

When you first start your consulting and coaching business, you are likely to get a lot of referrals to potential clients. But when it comes to marketing as a consultant, you need to add one other thing: You need to establish your credibility. But referrals will only take you so far, especially if you want to scale up your business.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 11, 2022

So, you recently graduated high school, got into a top school, and now suddenly you are bombarded with talk about internships, clubs, top firms, consulting interviews, and more. For more guidance on creating a winning resume, can you download our guidebook on the subject. You can download our sample spreadsheet here.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 13, 2020

As a mentor who helps people turn their life work into their own businesses, I meet a lot of highly trained and experienced professionals with both vision.and fear. 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. as little as 90 days.

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Consultants' Consultant

APRIL 11, 2018

Consultants Consultant: Consulting tools that can help you be better at consulting? Here are some of the consulting tools in my collection: With no sign up, you can download these ones Pitch and Win Focuser (This is not 6th grade Maths: don’t show me your work, show me the answer) Briefing form (find out […].

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Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Over the years there has been one particular roadblock that I watch both new and experienced consultants and coaches hit time and time again. Three Myths About Your Consulting and Coaching Value. Three Steps to Articulating Your Consulting and Coaching Value. The truth is, I hit the same roadblock when I first started.

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Consulting and Organizational Management

JUNE 23, 2016

Conduct a Final Meeting. You both should arrange a final meeting, in which you discuss the results of the Project Evaluation, including to acknowledge – and celebrate – the project’s accomplishments. You should follow up the meeting with a formal correspondence that affirms your mutual agreement that the project is formally over.

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Tsavo Neal

DECEMBER 19, 2017

Amber Vilhauer is the founder of No Guts No Glory Enterprises , a digital marketing firm that helps consultants, authors, speakers, and coaches establish their presence online. Here are my key takeaways from the webinar: 5 Features Every Coach and Consultant Needs On Their Website. Photography. This is no good. What do they desire?

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Brimstone Consulting

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

After conducting the diagnostic protocols, Brimstone guided the team through a series of meetings to develop a Strategic Business Framework that captured the market realities her company faced and aligned the team with what they would accomplish over the next 18 months. Download Case Study. Let's talk CONTACT BRIMSTONE.

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Tsavo Neal

JANUARY 25, 2018

Consulting lead generation isn’t easy, especially when done online. Now, B2B decision makers are actively looking for consultants online, and your digital presence can be a huge part of how you generate new conversations with buyers. Downloadable, Educational Content. 64 Lead Generation Techniques for Consulting Companies.

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