Successful Independent Consulting

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Contrary to what you might think, going to market as a jack-of-all-trades usually backfires. Reconnect with everyone who is in a position to hire you or refer you. Nail Your Niche Most successful solopreneurs find work by being known as a specialist within a certain niche. This is key for getting referrals.

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David A Fields

DECEMBER 3, 2014

A CB-er would refer to himself with a moniker like “Soap Daddy” or “Large Marge” or “Ruptured Rabbit”. Consultants Creating Value Positioning Marketing positioning' In the parlance of the 1970s CB craze, your handle was your short, memorable on-air nickname.

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Steve Shu Consulting

JUNE 15, 2011

I also think of changing one’s reference of thinking with. Business Development and Management Skills – Consulting services sales and marketing are unique topics, and turning to folks like Michael McLaughlin at [link] , Ford Harding [link] , and Ian Brodie [link] are some of the best investments that one can make.

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Successful Independent Consulting

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Do some market-rate benchmarking to learn what other consultants are charging, or what clients are paying. Reference the length of your relationship or any recent results from your work. Do the math a few different ways and see how these numbers play out. In my example of $150 hourly, a 5% annual increase works out to $157.50

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 30, 2020

The fear might be not having what it takes to do the marketing and attract clients or even if they landed clients they wouldn't have the goods to back up whatever promises they made in their marketing. It comes out with all types of logical excuses about money and ethics about marketing. And this fear is sneaky.

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Epicflow

JULY 5, 2024

Understand your organization’s needs This criteria refers to: The size of your organization and the number of projects it runs; The size and complexity of projects; The number of people involved in projects; The types of resources (people, equipment, facilities, etc.).

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Consulting Success

AUGUST 18, 2023

A consulting referral fee (also known as a “finder’s fee”, but I don’t use that term) is a fee you pay someone who refers a consulting client to you. And can you use a referral fee to generate more referral business? For example, imagine that you share. is a post from: Consulting Success

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Steve Shu Consulting

JANUARY 9, 2023

For nudge design, especially be aware of: Reference points (e.g., widespread notions like happiness or other mental associations and metaphors taught in marketing and brand management, such transformation or scarcity/exclusivity). framing connections to others or others as reference points). small versus large). Social (e.g.,

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Jerry Fletcher

JULY 31, 2021

He asked a favor that involved me contacting a person who had spoken for an organization I handle marketing for the slides from the presentation. The subject was 30-Second Marketing (6 minute video) I presented at meeting of the local chapter of the Institute of Management Consultants. You never let me down when I referred you.

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Jerry Fletcher

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

Somehow we got on the subject of getting through to officials in companies in order to sell our products in the corporate market. By writing them down you have a reference for two purposes: honing the pitch based on real life trials and recall of what works should you have a break in doing the solicitation. Getting Through.

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Successful Independent Consulting

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

You need to be top-of-mind when the need for your expertise pops up so the client thinks to call you, or their colleague thinks to refer you. It’s how you promote yourself and “go to market.” In our field this is called personal branding. It’s about your reputation. And it’s an ongoing effort.

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Epicflow

DECEMBER 10, 2024

engineering, marketing, finance, etc.) References Wigert, B. A matrix organizational structure means that a companys employees report to multiple managers, e.g., a project (or product) manager and a functional manager. This approach makes it possible to engage resources from different departments (e.g., Retrieved from: [link]

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 28, 2025

2024, the global cryptocurrency market capitalisation reached more than US$3.7 Major financial institutions, such as Fidelity , JPMorgan , and BNY Mellon , have entered the digital asset custody market, offering secure storage solutions for cryptocurrencies and other digital assets.

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Clarity Consultants

AUGUST 3, 2023

Learning services refers to the outsourced management of training activities and/or processes. Industry visibility, innovation and impact in the learning services market. Client representation. Business performance and growth.

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 29, 2020

Much less emphasis has been placed on developing tools suitable for emerging markets and the businesses in these economies. Obstacles in Emerging Markets. Emerging markets face a unique challenge when it comes to deploying technology to fight COVID-19 due to the large role that informal markets play in these economies.

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Jerry Fletcher

AUGUST 21, 2021

They refer the experts they know to fill a client or prospect’s needs. Jerry Fletcher is a sought-after International Speaker, a beBee ambassador, founder and CEO of Z-axis Marketing, Inc. That is what relational networking is all about. Transactional Networkers tend to look for tit for tat exchanges. It pays off.

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Successful Independent Consulting

AUGUST 28, 2024

A marketing tagline is short phrase that helps people remember you in a certain way. Remember, clients want to hire The Expert, so be sure to market yourself as one! [1] When you are perceived as an expert, you’ll get more referrals and win more work. You get the idea. The 4th and 5th examples were invented by me.) [2]

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Successful Independent Consulting

JUNE 1, 2024

Instead, leave behind a list of references with their job titles and contact info. Clients usually don’t bother to call references but seeing the list will enhance your authority. If you’re meeting your potential client in person, bring color copies to use as visual aids, but don’t leave your samples with the client.

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Steve Shu Consulting

MARCH 7, 2019

This interview is geared toward defined contribution plan sponsors and those closely related with this segment of the market (e.g., I do draw from some insights and activity that is occurring in other areas of the financial services market (e.g., advisors, consultants, recordkeepers, investment only).

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Epicflow

JANUARY 19, 2022

Interestingly, registration of electric cars in 2020 increased in major markets despite the pandemic [1]. . EVs are going to gain higher market shares in Europe, the United States and China and outpace ICE vehicles sales. The prospects for further EV market development are presented in the image below. [2] References .

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Management Consulted

NOVEMBER 20, 2013

Two, you solve them the same way you solve a market sizing question (see below) – by breaking down the solution into component parts. . The market for lead pencils has been declining at 4%/year for the last 3 years. The original market was $24M/year. What is the market in year 3 (now)? Market Sizing.

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Consulting Success

MAY 22, 2017

The next thing I did was look deeper into the data and cross-reference different categories. A large majority, almost 60% of all respondents are based in North America. While Europe, Asia and Africa being the next largest with about 33% collectively. Deeper Insights. Here are some additional insights for you.

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Successful Independent Consulting

JUNE 19, 2017

Instead, leave a list of your clients and references. Clients often don’t bother to call references but seeing the list with job titles will further build your credibility.) Use your samples as marketing materials on LinkedIn and your website if you have one. Use them as a springboard for deeper conversation. Be your best.

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Successful Independent Consulting

APRIL 2, 2018

You need to consider the real and perceived value of your services, expertise, and experience, as well as geography and market conditions. Market conditions and competition — Are there a lot of consultants who do what you do? Client’s industry — Who is your target market? Type of experience — Where did you learn your craft?

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Successful Independent Consulting

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Third, do some market-rate benchmarking to learn what other consultants are charging, or what clients are paying. Reference the length of your relationship or any recent results from your work. Do the math a few different ways and see how these numbers play out. In my example of $150 hourly, a 5% annual increase works out to $157.50

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Successful Independent Consulting

MARCH 31, 2017

You can download the entire series as a reference guide here. and another 334 million around the world, LinkedIn has become an indispensable tool and reference. This article presents tips for how to market yourself as a professional self-employed consultant using LinkedIn’s Summary and Background sections. Your Summary.

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Epicflow

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Market risks This group of risks involves market fluctuations, changes in customers’ demand, changing prices for materials, or economic conditions in general, which adds uncertainty to manufacturing projects and can negatively affect project planning and workflow. References Stevick, K. Retrieved from: [link]

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Epicflow

JUNE 10, 2022

This mostly refers to the manufacturing process, which is also a part of aerospace engineering. Competition at the domestic and international markets. References . Engineering projects must strictly comply with standards and regulations, so any changes in them will result in rework and a project delay. . Chances of accidents.

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Successful Independent Consulting

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

By: Reuben Swartz, Founder, Mimiran : the CRM for solo consultants who love serving clients but hate “selling” Because you get busy and you stop talking to prospects and partners who can refer you to prospects. Additional Resources: Sales for Nerds Podcast Mimiran’s Sales and Marketing Bootcamp

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Harvard Business

JUNE 9, 2017

Before you quit, however, you need to put together a plan that includes when and how you are going to resign, whom you are going to use as references, and, most importantly, what you are going to say about why you are resigning. He collected his references, mostly from management before the merger. His plan worked.

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Steve Shu Consulting

APRIL 2, 2018

Others may have different experiences, so make sure to get some other perspectives.

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Successful Independent Consulting

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Here are some quick tips for using this highly effective marketing tool: 1. You don’t need to include the client’s name, especially since many client contracts prevent you from using their name for marketing purposes. Even if you’re just starting out as an independent consultant, you can use this marketing trick. Permalink.

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Harvard Business

MARCH 7, 2017

According to the travel and leisure marketing firm MMGY, the use of travel agents increased by 50% from 2014 to 2015. Here are examples of how firms in three industries are simplifying the purchase process, and the specific tactics they are using: An employee wellness benefits provider uses content marketing. Fast forward to today.

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Epicflow

MAY 31, 2022

So, every company that wants to stay competitive in the market must digitalize its processes sooner or later. . Digital thread refers to the sharing of product lifecycle data up and down the extended supply chain via a communication framework. References. However, this process often comes with numerous obstacles.

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Consulting Success

MAY 1, 2017

You can do all the marketing in the world, but if your message doesn’t resonate with your ideal client your marketing will suffer. Devise a marketing plan to suit your abilities. They ride the latest trend when it comes to marketing. When it comes to marketing, I love using leverage. Write Blog Articles.

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Consulting Success

OCTOBER 23, 2017

This is what it refers to. They say, “You know what, I don’t need to do as much marketing. Some people don’t even like the marketing and sales process. 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.

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David A Fields

JUNE 10, 2015

She answered, “We’re looking for cultural fit, and experience, and your references… but I see you’ve worked with Acme Corp, and the comments from Norman, their VP of Development were very impressive, so we’re good on that front.” This past week I asked a decision maker how she will decide which consulting firm to bring in. Thank […].

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