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Three-Word Tricks to Boost Your Impact as a Consultant

Successful Independent Consulting

Would you please help me understand the section about intellectual property? Examples: This is awkward, but I noticed the budget figures dont align with our previously discussed scope. Im feeling awkward about discussing this contract because theres so much legalese. What three-word phrases have you found effective in your work?

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Figuring Out Your Billing Rate as an Independent Consultant

Successful Independent Consulting

Or did you learn on the job as an internal resource with a company, and if so, did you have access to formal training? For example, shift from an hourly rate to a fixed fee so you’re compensated for your intellectual property. Reassess your pricing strategy as your experience and confidence increase.

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Your Complete Guide to Subcontracting as an Independent Consultant

Successful Independent Consulting

Intellectual Property Rights Who owns the materials you create while working as a subcontractor? Non-Compete Clauses After you stop working as a subcontractor, how long are you restricted from working with the end client directly? Are there restrictions on working with the clients competitors and, if so, for how long?

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From Consulting and Coaching to IP: How to Create, Protect, and Monetize Your Unique Body of Work with Erin Austin

Consulting Matters

Have you ever wondered about the untapped potential of your intellectual property? Get ready to explore this goldmine with our special guest, Erin Austin, an attorney, business strategist, and expert in helping entrepreneurs create, protect, and monetize their intellectual property.

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Intellectual Property Owners Association Moves its iMIS Solution to the Cloud for Streamlined Engagement Management

Progressus

Background Intellectual Property Owners Association, (IPO), is the voice of IP owners. Members receive networking, professional, and business development opportunities along with continuing legal education and other educational resources.

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Tailoring the ISO 20700 Checklist to Your Consulting Projects

Effective Managers

In addition, the standard provides twelve policies that are a resource for the consultant to use as a template for the development of clarifying documents. It also includes the development of a project plan that outlines the methodology, resources, and evaluation criteria to be used throughout the consultancy engagement.

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5 Effective Content Marketing Tips for Consultants

Consulting Matters

it's one thing to have a repository of intellectual property (IP). This funnel includes: Free Resources : These are items to give prospects a taste of who you are and what you have to offer. This funnel includes: Free Resources : These are items to give prospects a taste of who you are and what you have to offer.

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