Consulting Myth 7: Coaching, Mentoring, Advising … It’s All the Same
November 30, 2023
From the start, the first question I ask clients is, “Are you looking for a consultant, a mentor or a coach?”
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From the start, the first question I ask clients is, “Are you looking for a consultant, a mentor or a coach?”
If you hope to maintain a steady income as an independent consultant or executive coach in a volatile business environment, the flexibility with whom or when you work may be less than you think.
In reality, independent consultants are likely managing multiple projects for multiple clients while also running a small business…
When I’m tapped to advise or support a global organization as a consultant, I’m often required to navigate a matrix environment….without the luxury of being an insider
Knowing how to grill an outstanding steak doesn’t guarantee you can run a successful restaurant.
It’s important to have a full picture before setting salary expectations and goals, and to have savings set aside upfront to compensate for any salary gaps along the way
Hanging your own shingle actually requires ramping up – with new skills and a sense of resilience. The only thing things that might be more flexible is when or where you work.
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