Comments on: First steps in consulting: now what?

By: Greg

Greg — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 20:43:38 +0000

Great site and article. One thing I found that sidetracks a lot of aspiring consultants (myself included, when I first started my consulting business) is fear–of failing, of the unknown, of not knowing where to start, etc. The best thing to do is to start somewhere, and do something each day. Your momentum and motivation will snowball as you see your progress.

By: yoyo

yoyo — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 13:03:36 +0000

hello,thank you for sharing this.my passion is customer service.please what are the steps i need to take to build myself as a consultant in that field.
thank you and looking forward to your reply.

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By: Wilma

Wilma — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:28:57 +0000

Well, I was doing that in the beginning but realized that I don’t have the passion for the direct counseling that I thought I had. Working one on one with so much pain for hours a day can be exhausting and I’m not sure I’m up to it–facilitation though I will look into! Thanks so much.

By: admin

admin — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:19:59 +0000

Wilma..How about going into counselling? Counselling is really a form of consulting. You could also look at facilitation.

By: Wilma

Wilma — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 22:46:59 +0000

Hey, I’m just learning about what a Consultant does. I really see this type of career being much of what I want in terms of flexibility and such. I have no idea what type of consultant to look at being–or what experience I need to gain or focus on. I’m 24 now so I have some time. My ultimate goal and passion is that of public speaking and writing. I grew up in an environment of much abuse and poverty and desire to help other young people come out of that and overcome. Not only that, but to gain skills they need to make it in the workforce and in relationship with other people. I am also a Christian and a lesbian and want to help young people in that as well to learn that they don’t have to lose their faith…that sort of thing. I want to help people practically to overcome certain situations–but I also want to help when it comes to emotions and perseverance. I have a B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Biblical Studies and about 40 or so graduate credits in Counseling. Any ideas on what to do or look into?

By: admin

admin — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:48:44 +0000

Jimmy, you need to build out a business plan — with a strong focus on your marketing plan. If you identify your market and their needs, you’ll be in a better position to find clients.

By: jimmy

jimmy — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 01:03:19 +0000

i want to work for a consultant, not start my own firm, to start. i have been a chef for over 15 years and believe i can help alot of people.how do i find firms that can use my help?