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Deciding what to charge as a consultant or coach? It’s the mental tug-of-war that both new and seasoned consultants and coaches experience - fear of charging too much and losing the client...
...or charging too little and losing your self-respect (and income you deserve.)
You’re not just second-gu...
Feeling stuck relying on word-of-mouth to grow your consulting or coaching business? Even the most connected professionals hit this wall. But here's the good news, there is a more strategic way forward.
When I first launched my consulting practice, the referrals came naturally. Former clients reach...
If you're a consultant or coach who's ready for bigger impact, better clients, and more strategic work, you’re in the right place. Because let’s be honest, referrals, great credentials, or even decades of experience aren’t enough to take you where you want to go.
In this post, I’m breaking down the...
As a brand strategist and coach, I know firsthand that building a brand that truly resonates with your ideal clients is no easy feat. Recently, I had the privilege of working with Brenda Reiss—a remarkable forgiveness coach with a boutique practice—and guiding her through the messy, rewarding proces...
Ever wonder what it really takes to go from a high-pressure, Big Four consulting role to building a business aligned with your deepest purpose? With over 25 years in international consulting, including roles as an equity partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers and Ernst & Young, Michelle Natalya Moore exp...
If you're like me—a purpose-driven consultant or business owner—chances are you've poured years into building your reputation, business, and body of work. But what happens when your drive starts to feel like a drain? When clarity fades, joy wanes, and no amount of productivity gets you back to feeli...
Have you ever fantasized about stepping away from your business—really stepping away—but quickly dismissed the thought as impossible?
If so, you're not alone. Before I took a sabbatical, I had all the same questions:
Who even takes a sabbatical? What do you do with the time? How do you fund it? Wil...
Let’s be real: SEO can feel like a big, mysterious puzzle for consultants. You’ve probably heard the buzz about how SEO can attract your dream clients without you having to chase them. But if you're wondering “Is SEO really worth my time?” or “How do I even start?”—you’re not alone.
If you’re a con...
How amazing would it feel to have your dream clients sliding into your inbox, ready to work with you—no convincing needed? Imagine opening your email and finding inquiries from people who already know your value and are eager to hire you before you even get on a call. Sounds dreamy, right? Well, it’...
Starting a consulting business—or a coaching practice—while raising young kids is no small feat, but it can be done—and done well. I know because I did it. When I decided to leave my high-profile job and strike out on my own, my kids were still in preschool. Balancing client calls with soccer practi...
It’s hard to believe it, but I’ve had my own consulting and coaching business for almost 15 years! Along the way, I have had my successes…and failures.
In this post and Enough Already podcast episode, I’m sharing with you my 5 biggest mistakes that I’ve made over the past 15 years with the hope you...
Have you ever felt like your client testimonials just aren’t capturing the true value of what you do?
If so, you’re not alone. Many of us struggle with testimonials. One big reason is that asking for testimonials can feel super-awkward as if you’re bothering your clients or sounding desperate for a...
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