Successful Independent Consulting

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

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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David A Fields

JULY 27, 2022

Conversations reveal opportunities for your consulting firm. However, you could be pouring your time and energy into bushels of conversations and still not be finding consulting projects. As a hard-working consulting firm leader, you assiduously attend to your relationship-nurturing responsibilities (a.k.a. networking”).

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David A Fields

AUGUST 22, 2023

As a consulting firm leader, you pour your time, energy, intention and heart into building your practice. Similarly, consulting isn’t always a barrel … Continued The post 10 Rules for Building a Happier Consulting Firm appeared first on David A. Fields Consulting Group.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

As most of us spend the majority of our time working, it’s important to consider where that time is spent, how to manage your tasks and energy, and how to ultimately find fulfilment. For consultants, the average work day will consume the majority of that time, around 10-12 hours. Manage your energy. Networking. Find fulfilment.

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Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

An empath is someone with an extremely reactive neurological system which causes them to absorb both the positive and stressful energies around them. All consultants and coaches need to be clear on the differences between their role and the role of their clients. Related: Consulting vs. Leading. If so, you might be an empath.

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Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

If you want to start or grow a profitable consulting and coaching business you need systems and processes to consistently attract, impress and convert a steady stream of ideal clients and deliver exceptional results once you land them. Here's 10 ways to perceive the significance of your role and why consultants and coaches matter.

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Consulting Success

OCTOBER 23, 2017

Today I want to talk with you about a mindset that is incredibly important for established consultants. It becomes very important when your consulting business is taking off, when things are going well, when you have plenty of clients and plenty of opportunities surrounding you. Transcript. The mindset is what I call Foot on the Pedal.

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Consulting Matters

OCTOBER 11, 2018

One of the most important questions both new and seasoned consultants MUST answer is: "How much should I charge for my consulting services?". It's where the rubber hits the road on your eventual income you earn as a consultant and how scalable that income ultimately becomes. How Do Set Fees for my Consulting Services?

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Management Consulted

OCTOBER 3, 2012

Last week we held an MC exclusive subscriber giveaway contest – entrants told us in 200 words or less how they became interested in consulting. The prize for best answer was a FREE Consulting Case Bank and The Consulting Bible 3rd edition – a HUGE giveaway – so we weren’t surprised when we heard from so many of you.

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Effective Managers

APRIL 3, 2025

Application Do they value the new kind of work enough to fully commit their energy and effort to it? Management consultants can play a vital role here. As consultants, our job is to help organizations build leadership capacity with intention, not assumption. When any of these is missing, promotion becomes a risknot a reward.

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Consulting Matters

OCTOBER 11, 2018

One of the most important questions both new and seasoned consultants MUST answer is: "How much should I charge for my consulting services?". It's where the rubber hits the road on your eventual income you earn as a consultant and how scalable that income ultimately becomes. How Do Set Fees for my Consulting Services?

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Tom Spencer

JULY 14, 2023

Government incentives for investment into renewable energy sources, such as subsidies and tax credits , are becoming an increasingly popular way for governments to meet national pledges to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Secondly, renewable energy is naturally occurring and based on resources that are continually replenished.

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Management Consulted

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

Below is our list of top 10 Canadian schools for those hoping to launch a career in management consulting. In addition, and perhaps more importantly, all of the top 3 firms (and numerous other firms including the ones mentioned above) consistently recruit from the University of Toronto, making it an ideal launchpad to break into consulting.

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Management Consulted

DECEMBER 11, 2013

CAPGEMINI CONSULTING. Today we continue our firm profile series with an in-depth review of Capgemini Consulting. KEY STATS FOR CAPGEMINI CONSULTING. KEY STATS FOR CAPGEMINI CONSULTING. CAPGEMINI CONSULTING HISTORY. Then in 1970, Sogeti diversified into consulting and outsourcing services. Website: [link].

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Clarity Consultants

MARCH 12, 2025

This is where custom eLearning development and instructional design consulting come into play – offering tailored, high-impact custom eLearning solutions that align with business objectives and drive performance. Clarity Consultants responded with a scalable workforce solution.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 14, 2022

Skyrocketing energy prices in the wake of the post-pandemic economic recovery has been all over the news, and for good reason. The rising cost of energy feeds into the pricing of all goods, causing inflation globally. McKinsey, BCG, Bain and the Big Four all have specific divisions to cater for clients from the energy industry.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 7, 2019

If you want to achieve sustainable success as a consultant - ideally you want to create a marketing system to ensure you have a consistently full pipeline of right-fit clients. Consulting is a relationship business and the things you put into place like high-quality website and content do more than attract a lead. The 5 Tactics.

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Management Consulted

APRIL 2, 2017

We’re continuing our Top 10 Consulting Firms series this week by focusing our expert eye on the Middle East. Ask any consultant about the Middle East, and Booz (now Strategy&) will be the first name on their lips! Currently, Strategy& does major public (read: government) consulting work outside the U.S.

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Consulting Matters

MAY 30, 2024

Do you prioritize health and wellness to boost performance as a consultant or coach? In my latest episode of the Enough Already podcast, I had an amazing conversation with Julie Griffin , an executive wellness coach, on the surprising link between wellness and consulting or coaching business success. Sound familiar?

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Successful Independent Consulting

DECEMBER 30, 2017

Let’s face it, not all consultants are created equal. Over the last 20 years I’ve interacted with probably a thousand management consultants, from local independent practitioners to global “big four” advisors. Some are rock stars and some never will be, regardless of their education or what consulting firm they work for.

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David A Fields

OCTOBER 26, 2016

As consultants, we don’t want to be narcissists; yet, narcissistic competitors can eat your consulting business alive. Many may be what Michael Maccoby calls “productive narcissists,” whose aggressive energy, engaging charm, and relentless self-importance power impressive business success.

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Management Consulted

OCTOBER 18, 2013

As the next installment in our popular Firm Profile series, we take a look at the evolution, reinvention, and current interview tactics of one of the world’s premier consulting firms – IBM. Howe created the IBM Consulting Group in 1992. 1992, IBM unveiled another service called IBM Consulting Group. Enjoy the ride!

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Successful Independent Consulting

AUGUST 4, 2022

I made the leap to independent consulting in 2004 and never looked back. It takes a tremendous amount of confidence and energy to be successfully self-employed. Is there a lot of demand for your expertise on an interim, consulting, or outsourced basis? Are you mentally prepared to start your own business?

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 14, 2022

Energy transitions occur from time to time, due to the discovery of new energy sources such as coal or due to policy changes, such as France’s embrace of nuclear energy. Energy transitions have occurred throughout history, from burning wood to coal, then oil and natural gas. Background.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 7, 2019

If you want to achieve sustainable success as a consultant - ideally you want to create a marketing system to ensure you have a consistently full pipeline of right-fit clients. Consulting is a relationship business and the things you put into place like high-quality website and content do more than attract a lead. The 5 Tactics.

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Consulting Matters

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

How can you evolve from being a transactional consultant to a recognized industry leader? So when he got laid off unexpectedly, he was immediately presented with consulting opportunities. So when he got laid off unexpectedly, he was immediately presented with consulting opportunities. What tactics need to change?

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 29, 2020

"Money is congealed energy, and releasing it releases life's possibilities." - Joseph Campbell. 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. Money fears are totally normal and should be expected.

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Management Consulted

FEBRUARY 5, 2017

This week, we bring you the Top 10 Consulting firms in New York – the power center of the world. If you are a New Yorker, just moved there with hope and zeal to conquer the consulting world, or are just looking for some world-class information on the top consulting firms in New York, here is what we have for you.

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Epicflow

DECEMBER 20, 2024

For example, theyre investing in energy-efficient equipment and renewable energy sources, minimizing waste and managing wastewater discharge, choosing recyclable packaging materials, etc. with used syringes or needles). with used syringes or needles). This is where project management software can assist.

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Harvard Business

MAY 22, 2018

Nearly every company I visited in my work as a consultant turned out to have agile teams running somewhere. The energy, commitment, and collaboration among team members was a revelation. The best learning experiences, however, came from sitting with strong agile teams. I went out of my way to join them for even a few hours.

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Consulting Matters

APRIL 28, 2022

We worked through her brand positioning as a consultant to the sports industry who transformed front-line teams into brand ambassadors, which made logical sense given her experience working for the Red Sox, Dodgers, and the Cubs. On a personal note, before working with Jahaan, I was primarily focused on brand building for consultants.

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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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Markovitz Consulting

AUGUST 2, 2018

It’s time to admit that one of my consulting approaches has failed. If you’re trying to get the kaizen flywheel turning from a dead stop, you have to constantly put energy into it. They all liked the idea of 2 Second Lean, but they weren’t willing to dedicate the time, effort, and energy to getting the lean flywheel turning.

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Management Consulted

JULY 3, 2016

BATES WHITE ECONOMIC CONSULTING. Bates White Economic Consulting is a highly reputable boutique firm that has been gathering momentum in recent years. In case you hadn’t figured it out by now, Bates White is a boutique economic consultancy firm headquartered at Washington, D.C. BATES WHITE ORGANIZATION. Practice Areas.

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Jacq Hackett Consulting

JUNE 11, 2017

Why you should become a consultant. I speak to a lot of people who think about becoming a consultant. But as a consultant you can shape the kind of work you do. These days the only projects I work on are projects that I’m interested in; and this is what can happen for you too once you make the move to consultancy.

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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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Clarity Consultants

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Ideally, companies want to dedicate a significant amount of time, attention, and energy to the earliest stages of the project’s development, ensuring a reliable roadmap is in place that can guide everyone toward an ideal outcome. If you want to partner with leading L&D professionals, Clarity Consultants is here. Contact us today.

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