Too many new consultants fail to establish a sound business plan right up front. They know it’s not smart but they do it anyway. My gut is that it’s because it’s just too damn annoying and time-consuming to work out such minute details and track … [Read more...]

The topic of business insurance is an important one, and something I recommend you consider carefully. I also strongly recommend you speak with an insurance broker who can give you much better advice. Many new consultants mistakenly skip what they … [Read more...]

There are really only four types of business structure most consultants choose from. Each has its own unique set of strengths and weaknesses: • Sole Proprietor (taxed as 1040, Schedule C): are unincorporated businesses. They are also called … [Read more...]

While the primary objective of any good management consultant should be to “improve the client’s overall condition,” there here are multiple functions or roles a consultant may fill to achieve that objective. My favorite comes from Dr. Arnold turner … [Read more...]