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A new revision of the successful guidebook for novice consultants
Getting Started in Consulting, Second Edition provides practical solutions and proven strategies for launching a consulting business. Readers will learn how low overhead and a high degree of organization can translate into a six–figure income working from a home office. The book also offers key information on how to finance a consulting practice, how to write proposals, how to set up billing and bookkeeping, and more. A new chapter also explains how to get started quickly for those who can′t wait to generate cash flow or those who have a cash reserve they are immediately willing to commit.
Alan Weiss (East Greenwich, RI) has consulted with hundreds of organizations around the world, including Mercedes–Benz, Hewlett–Packard, Merck, and the Times Mirror Group. He lectures widely and is the author of 12 books.
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Declare your independence with the new, completely updated Second Edition of Getting Started in Consulting
Consulting is big business these days. And with more companies outsourcing more functions and a growing population of professionals pursuing the dream of self–employment, it’s a field that will only continue to grow. This book provides all the information you need to start your own consulting practice.
This revised edition of Getting Started in Consulting offers focused, practical guidance on starting a consulting business, and shows how low overhead and a high degree of organization can add up to a six–figure income. Revised for 2004, this edition includes a new chapter on getting started even quicker, and presents the latest advice on networking and getting the most out of technology. Packed with helpful charts and tables, this expert guide also covers:
- How to finance a consulting practice
- Marketing consulting services to corporate clients
- Writing proposals that sell
- Legal requirements for consulting practices
- Setting fees, billing, bookkeeping, and more
Whether you’re a retired professional seeking a second career or a corporate consultant ready to get out on your own; whether you want to build a part–time or full–time consultancy, Getting Started in Consulting, Second Edition is an invaluable resource for making your dream of professional independence come true.
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