Steps for Getting Started as an Independent Consultant

Steps for Getting Started as an Independent Consultant

If you're preparing to launch your own business, you're probably experiencing a mix of excitement and anxiety. As someone who's helped hundreds of professionals make the leap to self-employment, I can assure you that those feelings are completely normal. But here's the good news: with the right preparation, mindset, and support, you can move forward with confidence.

Naturally, there are a hundred things to learn and do when you’re just starting out. Here’s an overview of the initial steps with additional resources at the end.

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Consultant, Contractor, Freelancer - Labels Matter!

Consultant, Contractor, Freelancer - Labels Matter!

If you were a hotel chain, would you be a Motel 6, Courtyard by Marriott, or a Ritz-Carlton?

If you refer to yourself as a freelancer or consultant, what does that imply?

The terms you use to describe yourself will impact how potential clients perceive you, how they pay you, and even how much they're willing to pay.

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