Starting Consulting Agency

[lootmeup]

I am not talking about opening a marketing agency. But any kind of consulting agency. Before staring it what should be kept in mind? Many users here have their own agnecy, so I am asking what did you thought back then?

[ksmith29]

I don't own an agency but I have seen people to struggle with their start-ups. The main thing to worry about is how to get clients. Its not an easy task to acquire clients for a new agency.

Providing good services is the main next task. Once you have done that too. You will need to repeat it over and over so that you can train others and make your agency grow.

[anush]

Gather a client list first. Then show them what you can do and what your agency (or you) have to offer to them what other's don't. Once you landed a client then the real task begins. You have to deliver your work with efficiency and within the designated time. Repeat it and try to impro9ve everytime you get the job done.

[mediamonster]

Get a list and also gather some like minded people like you to help. You will not get impatient then.

[diamondhead]

Have you considered starting as a freelancer first? I mean get some experience first and then move to start your own agency.

[dazzle]

Yeah its easy to build a consultancy agency but hunting clients is never easy more importantly retaining them is the key to success.

[Brackwom]

I am not talking about opening a marketing agency. But any kind of consulting agency. Before staring it what should be kept in mind? Many users here have their own agnecy, so I am asking what did you thought back then?

I don't have an agency, but I am familiar with consulting agencies and can help you. Before launching a consultant agency, you must have self-confidence, be a good listener, be a team player, be able to quickly nurture and win customer trust, exhibit humility, have good communication skills, and be able to showcase specialist knowledge.

[bessieexum]

When starting a consulting agency, the key to success is identifying your niche and expertise area. This ensures you provide targeted and valuable services to clients. To establish a robust online presence, you must create a professional website, engage on social media channels like LinkedIn, and maintain an engaging blog to demonstrate knowledge. Networking should not only happen online - attending industry events is also vital, as is joining relevant forums to connect with potential clients - be sure to develop both an offline and online strategy about pricing strategies as well as legal considerations - providing excellent services is the only way to keep clients returning over time and gain new referrals!

[michaelcpleasant]

I don't own an agency but I have seen people to struggle with their start-ups. The main thing to worry about is how to get clients. Its not an easy task to acquire clients for a new agency.

Providing good services is the main next task. Once you have done that too. You will need to repeat it over and over so that you can train others and make your agency grow.

I agree with your thoughts, how much of a solution can setting up a new agency really be to reach customers, it is necessary to think about it well.

[vivafenester]

I don't own an agency but I have seen people to struggle with their start-ups. The main thing to worry about is how to get clients. Its not an easy task to acquire clients for a new agency.

Providing good services is the main next task. Once you have done that too. You will need to repeat it over and over so that you can train others and make your agency grow.

Determine what specific area or industry you will focus on based on your expertise, experience, and market demand. Common niches include management consulting, marketing, financial advisory, HR consulting, IT consulting, and more.