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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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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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How Much Does Running a Consulting/Coaching Business Cost? Here's How to Figure it Out

Consulting Matters

Then you're going to LOVE this week's tutorial video. As you watch this video, here's what I would love you to consider. And stay inspired about the difference that your consulting and/or coaching success will make to the world, starting with your own. Insurance (4:47). All right, moving on to insurance.

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Why CEO’s Hire Consultants and Coaches: The REAL Value They Bring with Brad Rex

Consulting Matters

Today, Brad Rex shares the real reasons why executives hire consultants and coaches. Now, they are in network with all the major insurance companies and have a major partnership with Wounded Warrior Project. Tune in to hear Brad's incredible journey and get the real reasons why executives hire consultants.

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How To Become a Thought Leader by Trusting Your Ideas with Dan Weedin

Consulting Matters

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. He has been an expert advisor to insurance and risk professionals.

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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. Of course, they charge for this.

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What Legal Business Structure Do Consultants Need?

Successful Independent Consulting

This is one of the questions I get asked most frequently by independent management consultants. While this article will help you think through the various factors, here is the short answer: 90% of the self-employed consultants I know are set up as either a sole proprietorship or a single-member LLC. as part of your business name.