you want to be a consultant?
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So You Want To Be a Consultant?
10 Things You Need To Know
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Be Prepared to work every dayIt could be an hour or 12 hours a day, but you’re working every day.
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You’re Always SellingLooking for the next gig is an everyday reality so it’s constantly about opportunity hunting.
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Focus on Your StrengthsTake on work that aligns with your skills and interests, rather than anything that comes along.
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Work Your NetworkSelling is easier when people know what you do and who you serve so they can drive referrals.
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Want to know what it’s really like to be a consultant?
Check out my blog post:www.markevans.ca/2017/02/21/consultant-2/
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Work Your InboxEmail is a business catalyst to connect with people, share content and make introductions.
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Be a Referral MachineWhen opportunities arise that aren’t a good fit, send them to other people…with no strings attached.
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Perception is RealityStand out from the crowd with a well-designed Website, business cards, etc.
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Enjoy the Highs, Don’t Fret the LowsConsulting is an up and down, cyclical world. Enjoy the work and stay patient during the slower periods.
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Be Disciplined, Create BoundariesCreate rules for when, where and how you work. It’s how to stay focused and disciplined.
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Always Be Looking to LearnYour consulting business will evolve and move in new directions. Be open to improving.
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