Richard Millington - Indispensable Consulting

Richard Millington - Indispensable Consulting

Don't Hire Employees: Structuring A Consulting Practice For Growth

Measuring business success by employee count is misleading; hiring often reduces profit margins and adds unnecessary stress. Use associates for flexibility and only hire when absolutely essential.

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Richard Millington
Mar 11, 2025
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