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consulting Archive
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Episode 18 Good Times, Bad Times & The Economy of One
Posted on May 30, 2011 | 1 CommentWhat does it mean to have an economy of one? -
Episode 16 Starting a consulting business on a shoestring
Posted on May 19, 2011 | No CommentsYou don’t need a lot to start consulting and to make decent money. Matt discusses a meeting several years ago where the topic of starting a consulting business came up. -
Episode 15 The danger of becoming the hammer and saw professional
Posted on May 16, 2011 | No CommentsIT Professionals often become too focused on the technology they use rather than the problems they solve. Broaden your perspective and think more like a contractor who adopts tools... -
Episode 14 – how to be an expert
Posted on May 12, 2011 | No CommentsFirst, everyone has some expertise. Learning to use your area of expertise and focus is a great way to enhance your career. Here are 3 specific things you can do... -
Episode 13 Are You Engaged? If not, why?
Posted on May 9, 2011 | No CommentsBecky and I were shopping at IKEA and had an interesting customer service experience. One thing I can promise my clients and those I work with, I am truly interested... -
Episode 12 Kickstarting Your Job Search or Consulting Business
Posted on May 5, 2011 | No CommentsYou don’t need a job posting to open doors. Get your walking shoes on! -
Episode 11 The “That is not my job” perspective mistake
Posted on May 3, 2011 | No CommentsI received an email asking what they should do when asked to take on tasks that are not their job. -
Episode 6 Be a Professional versus a Hobbyist
Posted on April 14, 2011 | No CommentsI missed filming this episode last night, so this was a 4:00am taping. Are you a professional or a hobbyist. And to that issue.. I called this Episode 5 when... -
Episode #4 your calendar and maximum productivity
Posted on April 7, 2011 | 1 Comment“Dost thou love life? Then do not squander time, for it is the stuff life is made of.” – Benjamin Franklin Your calendar is one of the most important tools... -
Episode #3 – Three Things You Need to Start Your Consulting Business
Posted on April 4, 2011 | 2 CommentsIf you want to start consulting, this video discusses 3 critical things you will need. In summary: Clients – sounds obvious but not always.. 1-3 high-value services – don’t try...