Consulting Success

MAY 2, 2022

What’s an important factor when growing from independent consultant to founder? Growing From Independent Consultant To Founder/CEO With Babita Devi: Podcast #236 is a post from: Consulting Success. Michael Zipursky welcomes Babita Devi, the Managing Director at bStrategic.

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Successful Independent Consulting

AUGUST 4, 2022

I made the leap to independent consulting in 2004 and never looked back. Is there a lot of demand for your expertise on an interim, consulting, or outsourced basis? Although I made more money while working fewer hours, I also had to learn how to run my own business. Is there a lot of supply (people) who do what you do?

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Johanna Rothman

JULY 24, 2023

I had the pleasure of recording a podcast with Tom Cagley: SPaMCAST 764 – Successful Independent Consulting, A Conversation with Johanna Rothman. The post Successful Independent Consulting Conversation with Tom Cagley appeared first on Johanna Rothman, Management Consultant.

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David A Fields

JULY 3, 2018

In the spirit of independence, celebration, and throwing. Let’s throw a party for independent consulting and toss out a few reasons why it rocks. Throwing off the yoke of British rule, throwing baseballs, throwing barbecues and throwing back beers. Not throwing trees—that’s more of a European thing. Feel free [ ]

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Johanna Rothman

JULY 10, 2023

See Successful Independent Consulting with Johanna Rothman. The post Fun Conversation with Dave Prior About Successful Independent Consulting appeared first on Johanna Rothman, Management Consultant. Dave Prior interviewed me for his podcast, the Drunken PM. Or watch it on YouTube. Or hear it on DrunkenPM Radio.

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Johanna Rothman

JULY 31, 2023

I had a terrific time speaking with Jeff and Chad on the Agile Wire: Successful Independent Consulting with Johanna Rothman. The post Deep Dive into Successful Independent Consulting with the Agile Wire appeared first on Johanna Rothman, Management Consultant. That's the video link.)

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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. Here's the story of the consulting book. In the mid-2000s… I started my consulting business back in 1994. So several people asked me how I had become a successful consultant. See Manage It!

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Successful Independent Consulting

DECEMBER 16, 2016

So here I am, launching this blog , which will help you become a better management consultant and solopreneur. My Story After my first year as an independent consultant I realized that I: Worked fewer hours Made about $30,000 more than I did as a director at a global company Paid less federal income tax, and Spent more time with my daughter.

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Successful Independent Consulting

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Independent consultants need to think the same way. Clarify what you do and/or what makes you different from other consultants. For example: not “ Management Consultant ” but “ Leadership for Companies in Transition. ” These brands represent certain values. 5 Steps for Creating or Refining Your Personal Brand 1.

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Successful Independent Consulting

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

As a self-employed consultant do you really need a website? I’m asked this a lot, particularly if a consultant gets most business from referrals or they contract through agencies or boutique firms. Indeed, I know dozens of independent consultants making six-figure incomes without one. If you don’t, keep reading!

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Successful Independent Consulting

MAY 31, 2018

How can other self-employed consultants become wealthy too? Reflecting on my years as an independent consultant, I’ve boiled it down to five keys to success. Five Steps to Becoming a Millionaire Consultant 1. Subcontractors to an agency or consulting firm are usually paid about 65% of what they are worth.

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Johanna Rothman

JUNE 15, 2023

If you're a writer, and you want more income possibilities, my book, Successful Independent Consultin g, will help you think through what you offer and how. The post Get the May 2023 Write Stuff Bundle (with Successful Independent Consulting) appeared first on Johanna Rothman, Management Consultant.

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Successful Independent Consulting

APRIL 12, 2019

Negotiating is typically hard for everyone, but it’s especially tough for consultants. With her permission, here are her three essential negotiation tips that every consultant should know. Related blog: “ Quote Your Consulting Rate with Confidence ”) If this technique doesn’t come naturally and you can always practice.

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Successful Independent Consulting

FEBRUARY 11, 2017

The biggest stressor for self-employed management consultants is business development: how to cultivate meaningful regular work. First, consultants are good at helping clients solve problems but usually aren’t trained in sales or marketing. Independent consulting is no different. It’s vexing for a variety of reasons.

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Comatch

APRIL 29, 2022

Over the past several years, consultancies across the globe have worked to increase gender equality. However, there are still fewer women than men in the consulting industry. When it comes to self-employment, men significantly outnumber women at 65% of our consultant pool. The Statistics: Women Are a Minority in Consulting.

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Steve Shu Consulting

JANUARY 7, 2020

As an independent consultant it is generally better to focus on services aligned with your expertise. You may have a better foot in the door in terms of selling to them as they may at least trust you a bit more than the average consultant coming in cold. This post is based on a question that I answered previously on Quora.

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Consulting Success

MARCH 18, 2024

How do you go from zero to a million-dollar consulting business? Michael Zipursky sits down with Nancy MacKay, the founder and CEO of MacKay CEO Forums, to unpack her journey from an independent consultant to a CEO of her own company. This episode has the answers for you. Filled with inspiring anecdotes about rising to.

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Consulting Success

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

What is freelance consulting? Freelance consulting refers to offering consulting (expert advice in a particular industry) as an independent self-employed business owner instead of as an employee of a consulting firm. For example, a strategy consultant might work for a big firm like McKinsey or Bain.

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Consulting Success

APRIL 1, 2024

. – Utilize mentors to elevate and expand your consulting empire. – Utilize an independent accreditation as your secret weapon for securing. The Strategic Advantage Of Solo Consultants & Small Firms With Cathy Gillespie: Podcast #324 is a post from: Consulting Success

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Successful Independent Consulting

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

With LinkedIn and personal websites widely used to promote careers, the idea of independent management consultants having a printable résumé may seem old-fashioned. This article explains why and how a consulting résumé should differ from a traditional corporate résumé. It’s not uncommon for a consulting résumé to be three pages.

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Johanna Rothman

MAY 26, 2023

I am thrilled to announce a book birthday: Successful Independent Consulting: Relationships That Focus on Mutual Benefit. Here's the story of the consulting book. In the mid-2000s… I started my consulting business back in 1994. So several people asked me how I had become a successful consultant.

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Consulting Success

DECEMBER 8, 2023

How do you — the independent consultant or consulting firm owner — get your expertise used? In this article, I’ve summarized Flawless Consulting to help you master the craft of consulting. Flawless Consulting: Book Stats Rating: 6.5/10

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David A Fields

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

The first step in becoming a successful, independent consultant may surprise you. Your most valuable consulting asset is actually… (drumroll please)… a tie between “Your proven, business development approach” and “Your client base.” In the world of consulting M&A, firms that have a strong client base and/or […].

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Comatch

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

The art of negotiating is one of the most important skills you can learn when becoming an independent consultant. Four Tips to Maximize Negotiations as an Independent Consultant. Here are four negotiation tactics to make the most of your future client negotiations as an independent consultant: 1.

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Successful Independent Consulting

MARCH 15, 2017

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. Bad example: Supply Chain Consultant is just 24 characters.

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David A Fields

JUNE 20, 2023

Most of your consulting firm’s business comes from referrals. Sure, inbound leads inspired by your marketing are great; however, leads who have been introduced to your firm by an independent source turn into paying clients faster and more often. Fields Consulting Group. Are you getting as many referrals as you could?

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Successful Independent Consulting

APRIL 27, 2022

If you refer to yourself as a freelancer or consultant, what does that imply? There’s a lot of confusion over the terms used for workers who aren't full-time employees: Gig worker Temp Freelancer Contractor Consultant Solopreneur For professional independent consultants, wading through the confusion is critical.

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Tsavo Neal

JULY 20, 2017

I sought to find the best podcasts for consultants: podcasts that help them provide more value for their clients, acquire new business, and expand their minds. Unleashed by Will Bachman Unleashed offers long-form interviews with successful top-tier independent management consultants. Sales for Nerds by Reuben Shwartz.

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Kai Davis

JANUARY 26, 2023

The Independent Consulting Manual is now 100% free. Here’s where to get The Independent Consulting Manual Download a zip file with the book in PDF, mobi, and epub formats here: [link] Watch the six expert roundtable videos here on YouTube: [link]. Read more about the Independent Consulting Manual here: [link].

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David A Fields

JULY 12, 2022

More and more competition for your consulting firm is flooding the field every day. Your prospective clients can choose from an ever-increasing range of solo consultants, independent boutiques, freelancers on platforms like Catalant, plus the big-name firms. How does your consulting firm stand out? What makes you unique?

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Women in Consulting

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Especially when we are mostly, as independent consultants, working alone. Get ready for the escalation of soundbites across the airwaves…. In that face of looming world challenges like this, keeping your own balance in your business and your life can be problematic.

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Consulting Success

JULY 15, 2022

Have you ever felt like you were so busy delivering on consulting projects that you had no time to work on your business? This is a very common scenario for independent consultants and small firms. 6 Ways Consultants Can Handle Capacity Issues & Increased Demand is a post from: Consulting Success.

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Consulting Success

JANUARY 27, 2023

How do you structure a successful consulting firm? Perhaps you’re an independent consultant who’s looking to grow your business. You no longer want to be spending the majority of your time on consulting work. Instead, you want to be a consulting business owner: someone who runs a consulting business.

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Successful Independent Consulting

APRIL 1, 2024

I’ve mentored and represented hundreds of independent consultants and repeatedly I see those with a well-defined niche win more work. Conversely, I know dozens of in-demand consultants who easily pop to mind when a client describes a particular problem. The exact opposite is true.

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Successful Independent Consulting

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Recently the Professional Independent Consultants of America (PICA) hosted a members-only roundtable discussion to help people jumpstart their use of this powerful tool. Why ChatGPT Matters for Independent Consultants As consultants, innovation is our middle name, and staying ahead of the curve is crucial.

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Successful Independent Consulting

JUNE 17, 2021

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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Women in Consulting

JULY 13, 2018

Superior Court that is likely to result in it being harder to qualify as an independent contractor, as well as more difficult to legally hire subcontractors to help you with your work. Where control was lacking, a worker was likely to be found to be an independent contractor.

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