Consulting Matters

Taking the Leap from Your 9-5 and/or Launching a Consulting or Coaching that Aligns with Your Passions and Strengths is one of the Hardest Career Decisions You’ll Ever Make That’s why it’s totally normal to have fears and self-doubt, especially around money. Tune into this episode of the Enough Already podcast for compassionate and practical strategies on how to recognize, embrace, and transcend f...

If you have been wanting to start your own consulting business or coaching practice, but haven’t acted on that dream yet – what’s stopping you? Is it a lack of clarity on how to make it happen? Lack of confidence that you have what it takes to succeed? Or is it simply a whole lot overwhelmed by all that’s involved? If you’re ready to overcome all that, tune into today’s episode of the Enough Alrea...

Warning: Ignoring self-care could be sabotaging your consulting or coaching success! Executive Wellness Coach, Julie Griffin joins us on this Enough Already podcast episode with insights on how prioritizing self-care directly enhances professional performance. She offers effective self-care strategies that not only prevent burnout but also improve mental clarity, physical health, and productivity...

Ready to turn your stress business setbacks into growth opportunities? Ever feel like setbacks and stress are holding you back from your consulting or coaching potential? What if they could be your greatest asset? On this episode, you’ll hear from business psychologist Richard Citrin on how to thrive in the face of adversity and BECAUSE of adversity. Discover strategies for not just managing stres...

Do your brand messages feel like they’re all over the place? Tune in to the Enough Already podcast for with my guest leadership consultant, Kamaria Scott for an “on-air” coaching session. You’ll get backstage look into how I help my clients refine their brand clarity and messaging. You’ll see first-hand how to repackage your corporate job into your consulting or coaching business, get clear and co...

Want to get better at using social media (especially LinkedIn) to build your consulting or coaching brand and get clients BUT you’re not exactly a fan? You’re not alone. In this episode, you’ll meet several members of my mastermind community who share everything that they learned in our recent “Social Media for Skeptics Challenge” to shift their perspective on social media and create strategies an...

Are you a consultant or coach (or thinking seriously about becoming one) and are at a big-time career crossroads and not sure which way to go? Expert leadership and career coach Kathleen Ochab joins me on the Enough Already podcast to share her pro tips on how to decide which way to go and how to move forward. Kathleen is a former HR executive turned full-time coaching business owner and brings a...

From Disney HR leadership to Career Coaching: How Rainer Janetzki created a business that uses ALL his unique strengths and interests Do you have a variety of strengths and passions you want to express in your consulting or coaching business? Does the idea of doing the same thing day after day cause you dread? If so, you’re not weird or flaky. You’re simply multi-passionate. Today, I invited forme...

Learn actionable strategies for boosting your confidence as a consultant and coach with the power of self-acceptance I’ve been there: Big dreams for consulting and then coaching business thwarted by my fear and self-doubt. And I also have been in a space where I’ve felt in the flow, completely confident. What made the difference? That’s what I’m going to share with you in this episode. I invited o...

So, the leader you’re working with is a narcissist… We’ve probably all had one: a boss or a client with a grandiose sense of self-importance, a need for nonstop admiration, a lack of empathy, and a sense of entitlement. And we’ve all been stumped on how to handle it! Can you relate? If so, pay close attention to this episode where my guest, licensed therapist, author, and narcissism expert, Chuck...

How to make smart financial decisions to accelerate your consulting or coaching success. One thing about us consultants and coaches – we LOVE helping people. Dealing with our finances? Not so much. But the thing is – our ability to create the impact and lifestyle we want requires us to charge our business finances and I’m not just talking about our revenue. I’m talking about managing our expenses...

After doing 100 podcast episodes, here’s what I learned I’ve been creating content for my business for over 13 years – Yikes! But I have only had a podcast for a little over 2 and go figure, it’s turned into one of the favorite things I do with my business. After all, I get to dust off my interviewing skills and use them to unearth the brilliance of each of my guests. But man oh man – it wasn’t ea...

Parenthood: The unsung hero of leadership and consulting success Agree or disagree: How you parent reflects how you lead in the workplace. I’d hedge a bet that you agree. That’s why it’s so important to become more conscious of all the leadership skills you cultivate from raising children so that you can intentionally use them to enhance how you lead, coach, and advise others. Today’s episode, I’m...

Say Bye-Bye to Entrepreneurial Fear & Self-Doubt and Hello to an Adventure Mindset Have you ever found yourself paralyzed by fear or doubt as you stand at the brink of launching your own consulting or coaching business or taking your success to the next level? You’re not alone. I recently read that 70% of entrepreneurs struggle with self-doubt , often leading to missed opportunities or stunted...

Unsure about how to build long-term client relationships and referral sources to new clients? Here’s what you need to know. Picture this: All your hard work getting clients has paid off. Not only did you land the work but now this client is working with you time and time again . And even better, they are so excited about working with you that they cannot help but refer you to others! Sound like a...

A deep dive into the strategies behind the Disney magic (and how to use them to enhance your consulting or coaching success) Want to know a secret? Many people think that what has led to Disney’s incredible success over the years is its unique creativity. And while there are departments that are extremely creative, it’s Disney’s intentionality in their approach to everything that they do is the re...

A deep dive into aligning people, purpose, and profits Picture this: An organization filled with people who feel like they belong … …where everyone from the C-Suite to the front-line can show up and do their best work… …and still have plenty of time and energy for their personal lives… …even in today’s ever-changing, complex world of work. Now picture this: Consultants and coaches equipped with th...

Why finding your voice is the key that unlocks your consulting or coaching potential Finding your voice isn't just about getting on the stage as a speaker; it's the main thing you need to launch your business, create compelling content, write that book you've dreamed about, and yes, take the stage with confidence. Without it, you don't just feel unheard; your entire vision risks fading into the ba...

If you want to speed up and sustain your success with your consulting or coaching business – you need to first slow down Want to know the fastest way to make serious money and impact as a consultant or coach? Spoiler alert – it’s NOT “just getting out there and getting clients.” I get the desire for instant results and the pressure to replace your salary with business revenue, but it sets the stag...

Tips to prepare your business for a restful holiday season and a prosperous new year Imagine this: It’s January. You re-engage with your business and client work excited and ready to create greater success and impact in the new year . You look back on your time off and smile at the memories you created . You were fully present with all the holiday festivities and took advantage of your well-deserv...

Spoiler alert: You don’t need a ton of entrepreneurial experience to launch your own consulting or coaching business   If you’re like a lot of aspiring consulting or coaching business owners, you may have thought,  “I’d love to become my own boss, but I don’t have enough entrepreneurial experience or skills!” And if that’s you, you’re not alone! This is a common  barrier when  ...

Unsure about how to influence and guide executives through organizational transformation? Here’s what you need to know Have you ever wondered if you have what it takes to influence executives to engage in transformational change …especially in today’s complex, volatile, ambiguous marketplace? Maybe you tried to convince the senior team to trust your expertise and buy-in your proposed change ideas…...

Say Goodbye to Imposter Syndrome and Hello to Your Dream Business Got big visions for turning your experience as a corporate leader into your own consulting or coaching business ? Chances are, you also have big fears ! In this must-listen episode, Dali Hammouch , a former Chief Learning Officer turned Transformational Change Mentor and Coach, unpacks the emotional journey of leaving the familiar b...

Transforming browsers into buyers just got that much easier! Way too many consultants and coaches mistakenly believe that their website is nothing more than an online brochure or resume. I’m here to tell you – that’s far from the truth. You can turn your website into a client conversion machine , hard at work 24/7 attracting clients who are excited and ready to work with you.  My guest today...

Taking the leap into full-time consulting can be hard — here’s how Keith Smith made his transition easier Have you ever thought to yourself,  “I’d love to have my own thriving consulting or coaching business?” Maybe you’re still in your 9 to 5 leadership career , dreaming of becoming your own boss but the overwhelm of all that you need to do to get started stops you in your tracks.   Or...