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How to Start a Consulting Business (or Coaching Practice) While Raising Young Kids

Consulting Matters

Starting a consulting business—or a coaching practice—while raising young kids is no small feat, but it can be done—and done well. If you're wondering how to start a consulting business or coaching practice while being a fully present parent, let me show you how it’s not only possible but deeply rewarding.

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Consulting Sales Systems That Work for Introverts with Bob Burg: Podcast #16

Consulting Success

Transform your failures into success in no time by implementing sales systems that will work for you. Description: Bob Burg is a sought-after speaker at company leadership and sales conferences around the world. He started out as a sports broadcaster for a local radio station, then landed a spot as a TV news broadcaster.

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For Independent Consultants, Business Development = Relationship Development

Successful Independent Consulting

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. Once a quarter I get a postcard of upcoming social and sporting events in the city.

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Top 10 Consulting Firms in the Middle East

Management Consulted

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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For Solopreneurs, Business Development = Relationship Development

Successful Independent Consulting

First, solopreneurs are experts who are good at helping clients solve problems or achieve certain goals, but they are not usually trained in sales or marketing. If you look up any definition of the term business development , you won't find the word "sales" because there's no selling involved. Therefore, don't think of it as sales!

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How to Make Your Contacts Count with Vern Schellenger

Consulting Matters

Big mistakes consultants and coaches make when networking. About the guest: Vern Schellenger is a master networker, career coach, sports junkie, and music lover. Links: Download my free guide on how to clarify and own your unique position in the crowded consulting and coaching market: [link]. Ready to make your contacts count?

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Back to the Basics in Leadership and Life with former EVP of Operations for the Walt Disney World Resort Lee Cockerell

Consulting Matters

Want a common sense, down-to-earth approach for developing leaders, growing organizations, and creating a profitable consulting or coaching business? Today I'm talking with Lee Cockerell, the former Executive Vice President of Operations for Walt Disney resort and currently a consultant, author, and speaker.