Today we are going to talk about how to become a coveted consultant. We are going to think about it in three steps, which will get you well on your way of becoming the leader of your consulting business, instead of being the consulting business. Once you separate yourself from the business by creating systems…
Today we are going to talk about how overwhelm kills your consulting business. Overwhelm is an emotion and like all emotions it has a trigger that causes it to happen. Check to see if you have these tell-tale signs that may be causing you to feel overwhelmed. Look at the suggestions on how to deal…
Today we are going to talk about what you really want from your consulting business. It is going to be great because we are going to skip the fluff and get straight to the point. We are going to talk about what you really want to do, what it is that you actually do, what…
Today we are going to talk about public speaking for consultants. You are a consultant and you finally got the opportunity to speak in front of prospective clients. This is a chance to communicate with people who want to hear what you have to say. Let’s talk about how to get the most out of…
Today we are going to talk about marketing for professional services. I am also going to put you on a path to getting your very next client right now. Let’s get started. Who are you? I am assuming you are a consulting company and you focus on one of the following things: accounting…
Today we are going to talk about phantom problems. These are problems you believe exist, but don’t. I get this a lot from my clients and you may have a similar issue. You believe you have a specific understanding of the challenge your business faces and you want an answer… now. You want a silver…
Finding a business mentor is an important part of growing and succeeding in your chosen career or endeavor. You need help. You need guidance. You need to speak with someone who has more experience than you. How do you find these people? What do you say when you encounter them? Use this article…
Let’s talk about explaining your services in the best way possible, so your clients understand what you are trying to convey and get excited about it. The best way to go is to explain it to them as if you were talking to a five year old. You must keep in mind the…
Let’s talk about what your real job is when you’re leading a consulting company. There are many hats you need to wear in order to keep your business moving forward, but you certainly don’t have to wear all the hats within the company. There are tasks you should focus on in order to ensure…
Let’s talk about the invisible systems that run your business. Every business is composed of systems to ensure things get done. These systems can be created consciously or unconsciously. The most dangerous systems are created unconsciously. Since you don’t know they exist, you don’t know if they help or hurt. In your own consulting…