Introduction

Organizations and individuals, at times, may have a need to seek out someone skilled in a specific area for advice and guidance. This is the essence of the consulting practice—being able to provide advice and guidance in areas of specific expertise.

Most people develop specific skills through education, training, and experience. A lot of those people have a desire to market those skills to those who need them. Starting a consulting practice is often a gratifying and fulfilling means of taking those sought-after skills to market.

Starting a consulting practice allows a person to work for individuals and companies that are likely to value the skills and experience offered.

As a consultant gains clients and grows the consulting practice, ...

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