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How can you differentiate your consulting business?

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As a consultant, you have a unique opportunity to help your clients solve their problems, achieve their goals, and improve their performance. But you also face a lot of competition, especially in the online market. How can you stand out from the crowd and attract more clients to your consulting business? Here are some tips to help you differentiate yourself and build a strong reputation in your niche.

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Pratap Sarma

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Electrical Engineer | Operations

1 Identify your ideal client

Before you can market your services effectively, you need to know who you are targeting and what they need. Your ideal client is someone who has a specific problem that you can solve, who values your expertise and approach, and who is willing and able to pay you. To identify your ideal client, you can use tools such as surveys, interviews, personas, and customer journey maps. You can also research your competitors and find gaps in the market that you can fill.

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Marquette Branch,MBA

Managed Service Operations Analyst at FIS | ForbesBLK member | Business Consultant | Pro Advisor | Investor | National University Mentor
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You can differentiate your consultant business by identifying your ideal client. By identifying your ideal client you’re finding your clients that will line up with your business and services perfectly. Finding the right client can be life changing for your business.

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Dr Shanker Viswanath, Doctor of Letters (D. Litt) (Honoris Causa)
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Imagine a scene - A man wants to buy a 1/4th inch drill bit to drill holes in his living room to hang a huge portrait that has 3 generations of his family members. He goes to shop A and asks if they have a 1/4th inch drill bit. The shop owner says "No". Then he goes to shop B and asks the same question. He also says "No" but asks why the prospective customer needs the drill bit. When the customer explains him the need, the shop keeper says - I can give you 2 double-sides tapes that won't spoil the wall, can be re-used 30 times over for a price slightly higher than the drill bit. Do you wish to buy. The customer buys it. People don't buy your goods or services, they by the value they see it and the transformation that happens as a result.

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2 Develop your unique value proposition

Your unique value proposition (UVP) is a statement that summarizes what you offer, how you deliver it, and why you are different from other consultants. It should communicate your benefits, not just your features, and appeal to your ideal client's emotions, not just their logic. To develop your UVP, you can use frameworks such as the value proposition canvas, the lean canvas, or the business model canvas. You can also test your UVP with your existing or potential clients and get feedback.

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Pratap Sarma

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Consulting is like parenting. Be in the family and pursuing honest objective to see you guide with your experience towards desired goal, in this case your client. Consultancy cannot progress with divergent interest. It must be coherent and converging. After all consultant helps someone else's interest.

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Jathin Kothambath

Electrical Engineer | Operations
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Crafting a compelling unique value proposition (UVP) is not just about showcasing your services but resonating with clients on an emotional level. This advice underscores the importance of going beyond listing features and focusing on the tangible benefits that set you apart from other consultants. The suggestion to utilize frameworks like the value proposition canvas or business model canvas, coupled with testing and gathering feedback from clients, highlights a strategic and iterative approach to refining and optimizing one's UVP for maximum impact.

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Marquette Branch,MBA

Managed Service Operations Analyst at FIS | ForbesBLK member | Business Consultant | Pro Advisor | Investor | National University Mentor
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Developing your unique value proposition can differentiate your consultant business because it shows the value your business has to offer . This is where you can separate your business from other consultant businesses. What makes this so important is that what makes your business unique is something that other businesses can’t offer.

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3 Showcase your expertise and credibility

One of the best ways to differentiate yourself as a consultant is to demonstrate your expertise and credibility in your field. You can do this by creating valuable content, such as blog posts, podcasts, videos, ebooks, or webinars, that showcase your knowledge, skills, and insights. You can also leverage social proof, such as testimonials, case studies, reviews, or endorsements, that highlight your results, impact, and reputation. You can also build your network and authority by participating in online communities, forums, or events related to your niche.

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Marquette Branch,MBA

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Another way you can differentiate your consultant business is by showcasing your expertise and credibility. When you’re able to showcase your expertise and credibility it shows that you’re knowledgeable and have the credentials that can back up your skillsets for your consulting business.

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4 Personalize your service and relationship

Another way to differentiate yourself as a consultant is to personalize your service and relationship with your clients. You can do this by understanding your client's needs, preferences, and expectations, and tailoring your solutions accordingly. You can also add value by offering extra services, such as follow-up support, coaching, or training, that enhance your client's experience and satisfaction. You can also nurture your relationship by communicating regularly, providing feedback, and showing appreciation.

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Marquette Branch,MBA

Managed Service Operations Analyst at FIS | ForbesBLK member | Business Consultant | Pro Advisor | Investor | National University Mentor
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Personalizing your service and relationships is a great way you can differentiate your consultant business. When you can personalize your service and relationships you provide something more than just a business. This is a great way to make your clients feel like they have a personal relationship with you .

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5 Innovate and adapt to changes

Finally, you can differentiate yourself as a consultant by being innovative and adaptable to changes in your industry, market, and client's situation. You can do this by staying updated on the latest trends, tools, and best practices in your field, and incorporating them into your services. You can also experiment with new ideas, methods, or formats, and measure their effectiveness. You can also solicit feedback from your clients and learn from your successes and failures.

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Pratap Sarma

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As they say Change is the only Constant in life. Ego and Dogmatism have no place in today's competitive business world. Adapting to conditions, conducive for business is the key to remain ahead.

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Hallmarks of good Consilting: - Be honest - Permit idiosyncrasies but know the limit - Trust is key. Even if you’re a money-grabber, let your associates always know your motives.. - And overall, remain humble

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1 Identify your ideal client

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