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Freelancers Never Fail to Follow Up
Several years ago I met the owner of a professional services firm at a business lunch. We got to talking and he asked me what I did. I told him how I worked with business owners to help improve their … (READ MORE…)
Consultants Need to Go the Extra Mile
The other day I got a bit upset with a contractor I was working with. I’ll tell you what went down and share a piece of advice that has served me well over the years. I was preparing for a … (READ MORE…)
Calling All Consultants: It’s Time to Fail
There’s no time like now to fail. Yeah, I know what you’re thinking, “Damn, Michael, what’s up with all that negativity?” Here’s the thing, there’s nothing wrong with failure itself…it’s the way you handle it that makes it a negative … (READ MORE…)
Blogger & Consultant Chris Garrett
Chris Garrett is a professional blogger, online marketing consultant, writer, and speaker. He co-authored ProBlogger: Secrets for Blogging Your Way to a Six-Figure Income and is the creator of Authority Blogger, a course on blogging for business and professionals. Chris … (READ MORE…)
Getting and Using Consulting Testimonials
Are you collecting testimonials from your consulting clients? What a shame if you’re not. Testimonials are one of the most powerful forms of proof you can offer prospective clients. Not only that but the media enjoy them as well. When … (READ MORE…)
3 Tips for Staying Productive in Summer Weather
Do these amazing summer days affect your consulting productivity in a good or bad way? Well I’m not sure about you folks, but over the years as a freelance business consultant based in Vancouver (a city known for its cloudy, … (READ MORE…)
How to Get Consulting Referrals Part 2
In my last post we explored the power or referrals for consultants. Let’s dig deeper in this post… The best way to get referrals is to be extremely specific about the kinds of referrals you want. In my 2nd or … (READ MORE…)
Secret to Getting Consulting Referrals
Ask any successful consultant how they currently get their clients and more than 90% of them will tell you they come from consulting referrals. A referral is when someone, whether a friend, family member, acquaintance or client, refers another prospective … (READ MORE…)
Business Card Science for Consultants
How many of you have business cards and use them regularly in your business promotions and networking? I’m sure most of you will answer yes to this question. As consultants, small business owners, and freelancers business cards play a big … (READ MORE…)
Easiest Way to Get More Consulting Clients
The easiest way to get more consulting clients is to help your clients get more clients. Damn, that’s a real mouthful! Put simply, help your clients to make more money and they will keep you as their trusted advisor for … (READ MORE…)
