Here comes 2009!

Welcome back to work, everyone...hoping that everyone took some good family time off over the holidays since it sure seemed like our clients did! The great thing about taking a little break is that it gives perspective--and I come back optimistic and eager about the new year...I saw trends over the holiday that are quite promising...I was asked to submit 3 different proposals, which doesn't normally happen...I have 3 projects booked for this month, which doesn't normally happen.  With those … [Read more...]

Should I Become a Consultant: Part III

In Parts I and II of "Should I Become a Consultant," the focus was on already-established professionals who were contemplating making the jump from corporate to consulting. If you're a new college grad, the question takes on a whole new dimension. I recently asked the WIC Community List members the following question, "I'm a new college graduate, and I'm thinking of going into consulting. What would you advise?" About 20 WIC consultants replied. Here's a summary of their advice … [Read more...]