I wanted to add that the graphic you shared, detailing the different phases, was incredibly helpful just to visualize it. I also appreciated the mentioning of the importance of systems. There's a quote by James Cleary that's floating around right now talking about the importance of systems versus goals and that has me thinking about how having clear systems is so important to stay organized, manager workflow, and present professionally.
Richard, thank you for the great article and all the resources
One thing that stood out to me and it was actually in the very beginning was:
"You’re not becoming a consultant; you’re starting a business".
People can have knowledge, skills and expertise, but if they want to start or build a business, they have to have that business mindset. It's imperative.
And although this seems to apply more to larger organizations, such as yourself, I also think it applies to smaller businesses and even one person businesses.
Again, the resources were fantastic thank you so much !
Richard, can't thank you enough for sharing this. You packed a lot of value into this post.
I wanted to add that the graphic you shared, detailing the different phases, was incredibly helpful just to visualize it. I also appreciated the mentioning of the importance of systems. There's a quote by James Cleary that's floating around right now talking about the importance of systems versus goals and that has me thinking about how having clear systems is so important to stay organized, manager workflow, and present professionally.
Thanks Jody - really glad it helped - it was as pleasure to do.
I really believe that progress in consulting isn't so much about one-off activities but about building systems that can thrive over the long-term.
Richard, thank you for the great article and all the resources
One thing that stood out to me and it was actually in the very beginning was:
"You’re not becoming a consultant; you’re starting a business".
People can have knowledge, skills and expertise, but if they want to start or build a business, they have to have that business mindset. It's imperative.
And although this seems to apply more to larger organizations, such as yourself, I also think it applies to smaller businesses and even one person businesses.
Again, the resources were fantastic thank you so much !
Good advice 🙂, It is like a guide.