by Rob O'Byrne | Aug 6, 2024 | article, Start Consulting, Tips on Consultng
Starting a consulting business can be extremely daunting, especially when you are trying to figure out things like your niche, target customers, and what services to offer. So, in this post, I’m diving into the three critical areas you need to focus on before...
by Rob O'Byrne | May 14, 2024 | Consulting Clients, Mentoring, New Businesses
Don’t Let Your Consulting Business Fail at the Start Consulting startups fare far worse than any other professional entrepreneurship, according to the US Bureau of Labour Statistics, with around 80% of new consulting companies folding within their first two...
by Rob O'Byrne | Jan 8, 2024 | Start Consulting, Tips on Consultng
It can be a Tough Transition to Consulting For those coming from a corporate role into starting their own consulting business, the lack of a regular and consistent income can be a major hurdle! Gone are the days of the regular paycheck. You’re now the...
by Rob O'Byrne | Jan 6, 2024 | article, Consulting Clients, Sales, Tips on Consultng
Know, Like and Trust in Management Consulting This came up in conversation recently and in fact there was a comment about it on this blog too. Do your management consulting clients actually need to like you? In my view, Yes. Here’s why. Trust is...
by Rob O'Byrne | Aug 4, 2021 | article, Tips on Consultng
Self-confidence, or rather, the lack of it, can be a considerable hurdle for anyone wishing to set up shop as an independent consultant. However, confidence is a trait that you can build. In the paragraphs that follow, I’ll provide you with some...