How much should you charge as a consultant? This can be an extremely challenging question to answer because it involves doing research, taking risks and proper planning. Fortunately, all three of ...

I wrote several business plans while obtaining my MBA from the University at Buffalo. But, for some reason, I totally skipped that part when it was time to launch my consulting business. My only real ...

I sat down with Jayne Havens, the founder of The Snoozefest. In this episode, Jayne shares her journey from being a ...

In my previous article How to Start a Consulting Business: Get Ready to Launch I detailed the need to get clear on who you want to help, and exactly how you’ll do so. Soon, we’ll answer the (hopefully ...

The best way to get clients is through referrals. You’ve probably heard that advice before, but it’s not overly useful if you’re just starting out. So, what can you do? Explore the adjacent possible.

Every day when I walk to my office in Brooklyn, the majority of people are walking in the other direction towards the subway. I assume many of them are heading to their jobs in Manhattan, and by the ...

We all reach a point in our careers when we start getting questions about our experience or expertise. Perhaps you’ve been asked if you can do someone a favor and "look something over." Or maybe ...

Research has shown that the cost of acquiring a new customer is five times greater than the cost of retaining a current customer. Despite this, 44 percent of companies put their resources primarily ...

After decades of experience in-house only, how do I position myself as a "consultant" and find those types of consulting opportunities? – Crypto Content Creator There are multiple benefits of offering ...

Are you looking to start a consulting business? Do you wonder if you will be expected to know everything that could possibly go wrong with your clients’ problems and potential problems? The fact is, ...

While they will cost you time and money, some experts believe strongly in the utility and value of hiring outside help to craft your business plan. Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are ...