• Visitors can check out the Forum FAQ by clicking this link. You have to register before you can post: click the REGISTER link above to proceed. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. View our Forum Privacy Policy.
  • Want to receive the latest contracting news and advice straight to your inbox? Sign up to the ContractorUK newsletter here. Every sign up will also be entered into a draw to WIN £100 Amazon vouchers!

Has anyone created own consultancy after years of contracting?

Collapse
X
  •  
  • Filter
  • Time
  • Show
Clear All
new posts

    #11
    Originally posted by scooterscot View Post
    I work alone. Every tIme I was asked, can you work as part of team my answer is no. I'm just lying to myself otherwise. My answer is the right one and I know that because I came up with it. That's how a consultant thinks. And when you think like that you can convince others with confidence. On occasion I'll sub-contract work out when I'm overworked myself. It is therefore important to maintain a strong network. In fact networking, I spend a day every week just on networking, very important. More than half my work is through networking. Currently all my work is direct, even large US companies. Get to know people, not companies, that'll ensure work comes. Oh and don't burn bridges. In fact do the opposite, build trust. Ask yourself always, would you trust this person / business? If there's even a doubt, move on.
    Yes, yes but have you finally got your clients to pay your expenses?
    Idiot.
    Hard Brexit now!
    #prayfornodeal

    Comment


      #12
      Originally posted by Skag View Post
      How long have you been prepping for?
      2 years. This time next year, Rodders.

      Comment


        #13
        Originally posted by scooterscot View Post
        I work alone. Every tIme I was asked, can you work as part of team my answer is no. I'm just lying to myself otherwise. My answer is the right one and I know that because I came up with it. That's how a consultant thinks. And when you think like that you can convince others with confidence. On occasion I'll sub-contract work out when I'm overworked myself. It is therefore important to maintain a strong network. In fact networking, I spend a day every week just on networking, very important. More than half my work is through networking. Currently all my work is direct, even large US companies. Get to know people, not companies, that'll ensure work comes. Oh and don't burn bridges. In fact do the opposite, build trust. Ask yourself always, would you trust this person / business? If there's even a doubt, move on.
        Aye, - right! - pompous bampot.
        after untold years on CUK he has a crack team of gladiators, who can also bleed radiators.
        reassuringly expensive too.

        and does impressive <well, he thinks so> squiggly lines in different colours to back up his deranged beliefs

        Last edited by BR14; 10 December 2018, 20:01.

        Comment


          #14
          TBC
          Last edited by Kanye; 11 December 2018, 15:47.

          Comment


            #15
            Originally posted by scooterscot View Post
            I work alone. Every tIme I was asked, can you work as part of team my answer is no. I'm just lying to myself otherwise. My answer is the right one and I know that because I came up with it. That's how a consultant thinks. And when you think like that you can convince others with confidence. On occasion I'll sub-contract work out when I'm overworked myself. It is therefore important to maintain a strong network. In fact networking, I spend a day every week just on networking, very important. More than half my work is through networking. Currently all my work is direct, even large US companies. Get to know people, not companies, that'll ensure work comes. Oh and don't burn bridges. In fact do the opposite, build trust. Ask yourself always, would you trust this person / business? If there's even a doubt, move on.

            The final key to the way I promote is bravado. I play to people's fantasies. People may not always think big themselves. but they can get very excited by those who do. That is why a little hyperbole never hurts. People want to believe that something is the biggest, the greatest and the most spectacular.

            Donald J. Trump, Trump: The Art of the Deal

            Comment


              #16
              More than a few bitter folks I see. Am I surprised? No. Achievements are made through hard work. It never fails to amaze me how many others expect to achieve the same without the effort. To the OP, you should expect this along the way. Distance yourself from negative people, congregate with those who inspire you. If you're turned down for a job, don't dwell on it. Move on move quickly, use the experience to improve your approach. Soon enough the searches for new work become enquires you never sought. Choice is often my problem these days, I'll pick those projects that spur my interest against those I think are not achievable in time, no matter the money thrown our way. (unless it's really offensive!).
              "Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience". Mark Twain

              Comment

              Working...
              X