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Figuring Out Your Billing Rate as an Independent Consultant

Successful Independent Consulting

Solopreneurs who come from “name” firms like PwC or McKinsey can charge more than those who come from industry. People who market themselves as independent professionals and operate as small businesses can charge more than those who work as subcontractors. Reassess your pricing strategy as your experience and confidence increase.

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What / Who Is a Professional Independent Consultant?

Successful Independent Consulting

Some of us began our careers at consulting firms such as McKinsey or Deloitte. Rather we operate solo- or micro- businesses. During an engagement, our activities may include a wide variety of activities – from system analysis and design to coaching executives, technical assistance, and producing intellectual property.

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Companies Entering US Market Get Aid

Business Consulting Agency

Business consultants help clients understand and adhere to federal, state, and local regulations, ensuring compliance in areas such as taxation, immigration, and intellectual property rights. They provide guidance on location selection, office setup, and talent acquisition, streamlining the process of becoming operational in the U.S.

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Conquering the US Market With Business Consultants

Business Consulting Agency

They assist with licensing requirements, intellectual property protection, tax obligations, and other legal considerations. According to a study by McKinsey , companies that engage consultants in risk assessment and mitigation have a higher likelihood of successful market entry.

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Importance of Culture for Mergers and Acquisitions

LSA Global

Smart acquisitions can provide immediate access to valuable new products, technologies, talent, intellectual property, clients, and geographies. Successful culture integration requires the same thoughtful due diligence that is applied to the legal, financial, technological, and operational aspects of the deal.

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FTI Consulting Interviews and Culture

Management Consulted

Intellectual property. They did much of the work piecing together Mr. Madoff’s money trail and just recently flew over to Puerto Rico for the Puerto Rico Government, who hired FTI to improve operations of utilities and highway units (2014). Intellectual Property. Intellectual Property. Public Policy.

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There’s No Good Alternative to Investing in R&D

Harvard Business

Sarah Williamson is the CEO of FCLTGlobal (formerly Focusing Capital on the Long Term), an organization cofounded in 2016 by BlackRock, CPPIB, Dow Chemical, McKinsey, and Tata Sons to encourage a longer-term focus in business and investment decision making.