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Quick Follow-up Strategies to Win Clients

Use these quick tips for effective follow-up with prospective clients.

Insurance for Your Home-based Consulting Business

Many times, consultants working from a home office assume that a standard homeowners policy will cover losses related to a home-based business. Unfortunately, that is not the case. To mitigate your risks, make sure you understand these three important insurance poilicies for home-based business professionals.

Gain Extra Billable Hours in Your 8-Hour Workday

By following these quick strategy tips, you can easily gain an extra two hours of billable time in your normal consulting workday by controlling those pesky administrative tasks.

Overcome the Casual Dress Delimma on the Spur of the Moment

Be prepared for the last-minute meeting with this dressing for success tip.

Preparing for SE Tax

Don't get caught off guard when tax time rolls around. Follow this tip to make sure Self-employment taxes don't drain your business bank account.

Locating the Ideal Partner

Once you decide to add a partner to your business, how do you find the right candidate? Sometimes it's a matter of knowing who to turn to for help.

Gain Access to New Clients with Referrals from Existing Clients

Customer referrals are an important tool for gaining new business. Existing clients can be the best resource for an unending pool of quality referrals.

Get Your Consulting Business Mentioned in Articles

A quick tip to getting PR for your consulting business.

Spotting a Freelance Niche with Growth Potential

Freelancers serving a niche market can be a competitive advantage if the hot concept proves to be a trend with staying power.

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