Business Startup Kit
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STARTUP PLANNING 
How to start a consulting business
These resources, bundled with Business Plan Pro, will give you a wealth of information to get your new consulting business up and running smoothly.
About this kit
The kit will tell you about the most thriving consulting businesses today. It will tell you the types of skills that you need to succeed in this business, help you evaluate your specialty and give you tons of ideas about the key to a successful consulting practice -- marketing, marketing, marketing! This kit is a great investment that can save you time and money as you prepare to launch your consulting venture.
Sample content from the guide
Cold-calling
You must do whatever it takes to make cold-calling work and make it easier for yourself. Here are a few tricks that you can use to make cold-calling a little easier for you:
- Prepare a script ahead of time. Spell out word for word what you expect to say when you get someone on the telephone. Remember, though, that your goal is to get a face-to-face interview and, eventually, a new client. So before you end up stumbling over your sales presentation (either in person or over the telephone), write your script and practice it again and again.
- Be creative in your efforts to reach the decision maker. Most times you will encounter a secretary or administrative assistant who has years of experience turning away cold-callers like yourself. But don't give up! Don't let any obstacle stand in your way.
About Business Plan Pro
Business Plan Pro is the best selling business plan software that helps you get your consulting business off the ground. Business Plan Pro will take you step by step in creating your business plan, allowing you to focus on the details of starting your consulting business.
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Create a complete, professional business plan with the Standard Edition. Or add Excel imports, plan vs. actuals tracking, business valuation tools, and more with the Premier Edition.
