Reinventors: Consulting Conversations Over Coffee

In this final episode of the season, co-hosts Mel Loy and Fady Ramzy wrap up their 11-part series on reinventing your career through consulting. They look back at the gold nuggets shared by past guests and distill them into an actionable roadmap for anyone ready to ditch the nine-to-six grind. The duo discusses the psychological shift required to move from being a "technical expert" to a...

Is a bigger team always better, or is it just an "ego metric"? In this episode of Reinventors: Consulting Conversations Over Coffee , Fady Ramzy and Mel Loy sit down with Kirsty Visman , Managing Director of the Brisbane-based agency Superdream . Kirsty shares her fascinating journey from being the first hire of a UK-based firm to becoming its sole owner in Australia. After scaling her t...

Think consulting is going to be all smooth sailing, working with great clients as you type on your laptop and sip cocktails by the pool? Think again! The reality is there are many, many challenges with consulting, and many challenges with clients that you will face. In this conversation, Sharon Connolly shares her extensive journey in change management and consulting, discussing the realities and...

How much should you charge your clients? And are you charging for the value you add, not the time you spent? In this episode, Mel Loy and Fady Ramzy discuss the intricacies of pricing and proposals in consulting.  They share their personal experiences and insights on how to effectively price services, the importance of understanding the value provided to clients, and the psychological aspects of p...

If you're going to succeed as a consultant, you need to think of yourself as a small business owner. In this episode, Fady Ramzy and Mel Loy discuss the transition from a consultant mindset to a business owner mindset. They explore the challenges of managing a business, the importance of visibility and influence, and the psychological hurdles such as imposter syndrome.  The conversation empha...

Want to make your life easier as a consultant? Then get your systems right! In this conversation, Fady Ramzy and Mel Loy discuss the importance of building effective systems in business. They explore various aspects of system creation, including automation, delegation, and time management.  The discussion emphasizes the need for consultants to streamline their processes to focus on billable hours...

How could you use AI to make life as a consultant or freelancer easier? In this episode, hosts Melanie Loy and Fady Ramzy welcome Greg Taylor, a change management expert from Salesforce. Greg shares his unique career journey from a Hercules pilot to a leader in AI-driven workforce transformation.  The discussion delves into the evolving role of AI in consulting, emphasizing the importance of build...

So you're ready to start consulting ... do you know who your first client will be? In this episode, Fady Ramzy and Mel Loy discuss the journey of starting a freelancing career, focusing on how to secure the first client. They share personal experiences, strategies for building a strong online presence, and the importance of networking and relationships.  The conversation emphasizes the value...

How will people know they can work with you if you don't have an audience? In this episode of Reinventors, Mel Loy and Fady Ramzy chat with Monique Zytnik, a communication strategist based in Berlin.  Monique shares her journey from working in Australia to freelancing in Europe, discussing the challenges and rewards of freelancing, the importance of building a personal brand, and the nuances...

What is your personal brand, and why do you need to prioritise it as a consultant? In this episode of Reinventors, Mel Loy and Fady Ramzy engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Petra Zink, an expert in personal branding and consulting. Petra shares her journey from corporate marketing to helping executives and entrepreneurs systemize their knowledge into monetizable intellectual property....

Ever considered freelancing or consulting? Curious about what it involves?  In this episode, Melanie Loy and Fadi Ramzy discuss the journey of freelancing and consulting, exploring both the pros and cons. They share personal experiences, insights on self-discovery, and the challenges of imposter syndrome. The conversation emphasizes the importance of networking, the realities of running a business...