What are Study Action Groups? Study Action Groups are designed to help you study a topic, take action to implement it, and gain benefits from the feedback of a small working group led by a faculty member that is an expert on the topic.
You will meet once a week for four (4) weeks by telephone, with participant numbers limited to 6. We want you to be able to attend, no matter where you are. Simply carve out 90 minutes a week for 4 weeks so you can turn your ideas into action – and test your thinking along the way.
Study Action Groups address different phases of your consulting practice:
- "Transition" – for people in transitioning out of being an executive or employee and into being an independent consultant.
- "Start-up" – for independent consultants in the first year of running their own business.
- "Sales and Marketing" - for any independent consultants that need to improve their sales and marketing skills to get more clients.
New Study Action Groups Being Formed for the Fall
Transition:
Maxie Carpenter: Standing Out in the Marketplace
A transition guide for current or recent employees entering (or considering) the world of consulting.
What Sandbox Are You Going to Play In?
This Study Action Group will help you develop an identity and articulate who you are, what you do and how you do it. You will leave with a better understanding and focus on what areas and client value you want to specialize, and how to communicate this to others.
Ira Miller: Successfully Making the Transition to Consulting
A guide for CxO Level individuals entering (or considering entering) the world of consulting.
Making the Transition: Getting Yourself Ready
This peer-review group will help you create personal and business objectives and goals. Each member will develop and execute their own transition plan, supported by Ira's knowledge and experience and the feedback of the other group members.
Start-Up:
Harvey Meier PhD CMC: Your Business Road Map – The One Page Business Plan® for Consultants
Join this study group to help you create an easy-to-understand "road map" to identify measurable results, bring structure and accountability to your business, and help you monitor your progress.
Marketing & Sales:
Dr. Ira S. Wolfe: Social Media and the Internet – How to Use It to Grow Your Business
Using The Internet To Find Clients–Making Sense Of It All
If you're overwhelmed or confused about how to use the Internet to find clients, this group is for you. Not sure where and how to use it to grow your business in today's competitive market? This introduction class will help you learn the value of Internet Marketing, including Social Media and the basics to get started.
Jennifer Leake: Making the Sale – Understanding Buyers
Not all prospects are the same! By understanding yourself and your prospects better, you can learn to tailor your sales presentations to the prospect's style for better rapport and sales success. Prerequisite: Participants must complete a short online assessment prior to the first class.
Ronna Cohen: Growing Your Business with Surveys and Assessments
Struggling to engage prospects or build business within your existing client base? You can create, launch and implement surveys and assessments into your business. In 30 days you'll be on your way to successfully growing your business!
REGISTER FOR INDIVIDUAL STUDY ACTION GROUPS HERE
- Registration is opening soon! Participant numbers limited to 6 per group.
- Cost per Study Action Group is $597 for non-members.
- Click here to learn all the fabulous benefits of becoming a member, including how to SAVE $100 on every Study Action Group.
- Cost per Study Action Group is $497 for members. Members, please log in before registering for a Study Action Group to receive your Special Member Price.
Invest in yourself and your business – New dates to be announced soon.
| Study Group | Led by | Date(s) | Time | Sign Up Now |
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| TRANSITION | ||||
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Standing Out in the Marketplace A transition guide for employees entering (or considering) consulting |
Maxie Carpenter |
TBA |
3:00 – 4:30 pm ET 2:00 pm CT; 1:00 pm MT; noon PT |
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Successfully Making the Transition to Consulting A guide for CxO level individuals entering (or considering) consulting |
Ira Miller |
TBA
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10:00 – 11:30 am ET 9:00 am CT; 8:00 am MT; 7:00 am PT |
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| START-UP | ||||
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Your Business Road Map The One Page Business Plan for Consultants |
Harvey Meier PhD, CMC | TBA |
11:30am – 1:00pm ET 10:30 am CT; 9:30 am MT; 8:30 am PT |
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| SALES & MARKETING |
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Using the Internet to Find Clients Making Sense of It All |
Dr. Ira S. Wolfe | TBA |
2:00 – 3:30 pm ET 1:00 pm CT; noon MT; 11 am PT |
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Making the Sale Understanding Buyers |
Jennifer Leake |
TBA |
11:00 am – 12:30 pm ET 10 am CT; 9 am MT; 8:00 am PT |
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Growing Your Business with Surveys and Assessments |
Ronna Cohen | TBA |
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET noon CT; 11 am MT; 10:00 am PT |
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