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- Did you know that traditional hourly billing might be the single biggest obstacle to growing a truly profitable consulting practice?
- Have you ever wondered why some consultants command premium fees while others struggle to find their next client?
- What if you could master the dual art of marketing and delivery so your business thrives even when you're busy with projects?
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Key Takeaways from Getting Started in Consulting
- Discover how to successfully launch your consulting business by saving a dedicated fund to sustain yourself through the critical first six to twelve months.
- Master time management and lighten your initial workload by strictly prioritizing daily tasks and delegating projects that require skills you lack.
- Evaluate the pros and cons of different workspace options, from home setups to shared offices, and learn what essential equipment you must budget for.
- Learn how to legally minimize your initial tax burden by structuring your new business as an S corporation to avoid double taxation.
- Understand how to attract inbound clients instead of cold-calling by crafting a professional press kit and networking with key industry influencers.
Learning Tools
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Mind Map
Getting Started in Consulting
Preparation & Planning
Financial Cushion
Time Management
Workspace & Equipment
Location Options
Essential Equipment
Legal & Administration
Tax Strategy
Professional Relationships
Marketing & Networking
Promotional Materials
Networking Strategy
Branding & Media
Online Presence
Media & Outreach
Proposals & Closing
Crafting Proposals
Negotiation Tactics
Follow-up Routine
Setting Fees
Value-Based Pricing
Payment Terms
Long-Term Growth
Measuring Success
Scaling & Fulfillment
Quiz — Test Your Understanding
Question 1 of 8
According to the text, how much financial runway should a new consultant secure before fully launching their business?
Getting Started in Consulting — Full Chapter Overview
Chapter 1: Recommendation
Chapter 2: Launch your consulting career the right way through prudent saving and strategic planning early.
Chapter 3: To build your firm, you need an effective work environment.
Chapter 4: Resolving legal and organizational issues is essential to establishing your business properly.
Chapter 5: To attract clients, you must network, market, and sometimes offer your services pro bono as well.
Chapter 6: Strong branding demands amplifying your voice online and across media channels.
Chapter 7: Win client agreements by staying perceptive, patient, and adaptable throughout the negotiations.
Chapter 8: Set your fees by expertise, not labor hours or measured results alone.
Chapter 9: After your consultancy is established, you can grow your business and yourself further, too.
Getting Started in Consulting Summary & Overview
Getting Started in Consulting (2009) is the go-to guidebook for budding consultants. From finding your footing and learning about legal matters to mastering the dual art of marketing and branding, these blinks outline every step on your journey to building a strong consultancy firm – and maintaining it, too.
Who Should Listen to Getting Started in Consulting?
- Experts interested in a lucrative career change
- New consultants seeking time-tested advice
- Established consultants looking to polish their skills
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