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Philip Albon , Peter Economy , Bob Nelson
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  • Paperback: 360 pages
  • Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; 3Rev Ed edition (16 Jan 2009)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0470713828
  • ISBN-13: 978-0470713822
  • Product Dimensions: 19.1 x 2 x 23.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 97,910 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Fully adapted for a UK audience by consultancy specialist, Philip Albon, this book is an essential guide for anyone considering  making a career out of consulting. Offering practical advice on all aspects of setting–up and running a successful consulting business including; setting your fees, keeping track of time and money, building business with new clients, winning proposals and business networking, Consulting For Dummies is the easiest way to make a name for yourself and profit from your expertise. 

Sections will include:

  • What’s a Consultant?– Deciding to set up and finding a business direction
  • The Consulting Process– How to create a business proposal, analyse the data, develop recommendations, present the findings, and make sure they’re implemented
  • Key Consulting Skills– Presenting a professional image, time–management and organisation, communication skills, writing reports and presentations, using technology
  • Setting up your Business– setting fees, drawing up contracts, setting up a home office, keeping track of time and money, multiplying effectiveness with support services
  • Marketing– Promotion, getting new clients, using referrals
  • Plus, new information  on Business reality– preparing for tax audits and general small business finance

This UK edition of Consulting For Dummies will fully update readers on current e–marketing techniques and the current opportunities offered to those using the Internet to promote their business and build a client list. It will also be adapted to include core UK business and finance information, crucial for those setting up alone. Topics such as bookkeeping and basic accountancy have been added, plus content on UK tax and how government policies affect small businesses. This new edition incorporates updated currency systems in order to cater for the UK market.

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Whether you’re an experienced consultant or considering a new career in consultancy, this straightforward guide offers a complete crash course in successful consulting. If you’re new to the game it shows you how to get your business up and running quickly and profitably; if you’re a seasoned pro you’ll find new strategies and techniques to help you reassess your approaches and take your business to the next level. Packed with road–tested solutions, tips and strategies from consulting experts, this book shows you the easiest way to make a name for yourself and profit from your expertise.

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Worth a read 4 Feb 2009
Format:Paperback
Loved it, its great, handy hints, tips and ooodles of info, just set up my own Marketing Consultancy and am using what I got from the book.
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Great Introduction 12 Mar 2010
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Like all of the "For Dummies" titles it provides sound advice and a good structure for anyone thinking of moving into this field.
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By Steve P
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Easy to read and well thought out.Very Helpful with all the little questions I had. Also some very useful tips on commercial elements.
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