GRAND RAPIDS – Consulting can truly deliver meaningful client value. But it?s not for everyone. Here?s what I wish I knew when I started my consulting business!
Okay let?s take a step off the main road for a minute.
Usually I focus here on topics of business and technology. But today, we?ll tackle a different question. I?ve been approached more frequently lately for advice on consulting. Here?s Part 2.
Blindsided?
As the saying goes, you don?t find the big rocks until you drain the swamp. So true. You will likely find unexpected things in consulting.
I did. Some paths we learn only by walking them.
Here?s one?
As I transitioning from Fortune 100 to solo consulting, I encountered a tectonic shift. My work swung from being a part of high-energy, top performing teams to, well, just me. From being constantly engaged with other professionals to an abundance of quality time with my laptop and iPad.
While this is perhaps obvious, I didn?t fully appreciate the impact. Professional interaction is an important part of my DNA. Yes, I work with clients and their teams. But this, it turns out, is a minority of the time. By necessity.
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