As we approach the New Year, here are a few areas of education and professional development that you can focus on to improve your consulting:Practice Case StudiesWhile learning from experience is important and valuable, it is hard when you are counting on your experience to bring you money. Entering into a client-consultant relationship without prior experience and practice in the area where you will be helping your client, may not end well for you – or them – leaving you in a position where you...
For many client and consultant relationships, the interaction is just that: a relationship. It starts off with neither one knowing the other very well, and pretty soon it advances to easy phone conversations, regular email correspondence, and an unspoken list of to-dos that one just knows the other needs. With the New Year approaching it’s time to analyze what’s working and what’s not, or maybe who. Here are a few signs it may be in the best interest of your business to get a new consultant.Inno...
For many client and consultant relationships, the interaction is just that: a relationship. It starts off with neither one knowing the other very well, and pretty soon it advances to easy phone conversations, regular email correspondence, and an unspoken list of to-dos that one just knows the other needs. With the New Year approaching it’s time to analyze what’s working and what’s not, or maybe who. Here are a few signs it may be in the best interest of your business to get a new consultant.Inno...
How to Navigate Conflict in an Untraditional Work SettingDealing with conflict is an essential skill in the workplace. Many consultants or freelancers think once they jump out of the 9-5 life, they can avoid these situations. The hard truth is these situations often get muddled even further by digital communications and the lack thereof. Here are some tips for navigating conflict - online. STOP READING BETWEEN THE LINES The number one cause of over-thinking is trying to decipher if the “tone” o...
4 ways to win over big clientsWhether you’re a freelancer, solo-preneur, gigster, or consultant you are probably always wondering how the little guy can catch the big fish. If you feel like you have a decent client roster, but you’re missing your rockstar client or even feel like you’re platauing, you’re not alone. Here’s 4 things you can do to get closer to landing your dream client. LOOK PROFESSIONAL Figure out who you are and what you stand for and turn that into a brand. Hire a graphic desi...
The holidays are not only a busy time of year in your personal life, but also as a Consultant. There may be many end-of-year deliverables to complete, unaccomplished goals to reach, and last-minute changes to execute. Despite all that, it's possible to conquer this busy time of year and come out thriving and successful. You may even find that you are less stressed about the holiday season and can actually enjoy this time of year. Here are a few tips to help navigate the holidays.PrioritizeOne of...
Think you found your perfect consultant match? Here’s 4 Q’s to ask before defining the relationship.When it comes to hiring a consultant, there is a lot at stake. Not only are you investing in the cost of their services, but what they tell you, and the insight they provides can dictate the future of your business as well. It only makes sense that before you commit you have a strong grasp on the services they can offer you and are able to verify they are going to be the right fit for the job. Ask...
People who choose to work independently as a freelancer or consultant, often times do so to harness flexibility and freedom. Remote and consulting work can be just as stressful as being chained to the same office and hours as a traditional worker, especially if you don’t know how to stave off the dreaded burnout. International Journal of Work, Health & Organisations published a recent study that reported the higher workload and lower reward structures, such as salary, promotion prospects, an...