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Real World IT Consulting – 007

Published on 2012-05-18 08:14:13

Today we pick up where we left off in Episode 006 and talk about BUSINESS LICENSING. Topics covered: Recap of the six things and what we’ve checked off our “business start” list Overview of business licensing, as it applies to the consulting business Tips and recommendations for different types of licensing And much much more! [...] > read more

Real World IT Consulting – 006

Published on 2012-05-16 12:53:19

Today we pick up where we left off in Episode 005 and talk about CONTRACTS. We’ll discuss: Contract basics for consultants Things you will need to complete and sign a contract What consulting contracts should include (minimums) Tips and tricks DISCLAIMER: This episode touches on legal contracts between consultants and clients. I am not an [...] > read more

Real World IT Consulting – 005

Published on 2012-05-15 07:52:57

Real World IT Consulting – 005 — The THIRD Thing You Need to Start IT Consulting Today we pick up where we left off in Episode 004 and talk about Business Entities (or business types.) We’ll talk about a few types of business entities (DBA / “Doing Business As” / LLC, Corporations, etc.) in the [...] > read more

Real World IT Consulting – 004

Published on 2012-05-14 12:32:54

Real World IT Consulting – 004 — The SECOND Thing You Need to Start IT Consulting Today we pick up where we left off in Episode 003 and talk about Clients (or, getting your first client.) I’ll share two of my favorite strategies for landing the first client for your new consulting business. Watch the [...] > read more

Real World IT Consutling – 003

Published on 2012-05-12 20:00:53

Episode 003 – The FIRST Thing You Need to Start IT Consulting In the last episode of Real World IT Consulting – 003, we talked about the Six Things You Need to Start IT Consulting. Today we pick up where we left off and discuss the very first thing on the list – a resume [...] > read more

Real World IT Consutling – 002

Published on 2012-05-11 14:47:44

Episode 002 – The ONLY Six Things You Need to Start IT Consulting What are the things holding you back from starting — or growing — your consulting business? There are actually only SIX things (depending on where you live in the world, it can be as few as FOUR) you really NEED to start [...] > read more

Real World IT Consutling – 001

Published on 2012-05-09 15:31:45

New Video Show! Just released the first ever edition of the “Real World IT Consulting” show. This is a series that will run 5+ days per week and cover a lot of ground, including: The ONLY Things you REALLY Need to Start IT Consulting How to Get Clients (or more clients…) How to Expand Your [...] > read more

Top 5 Blog Posts

Published on 2012-05-02 07:57:27

In today's blog post, I'm going to do something a bit different. If you're new to CorbinLinks.com, or looking for the top articles, here they are in order of popularity (as of May 2012): > read more

How to Grow Your IT Consulting Business with Information Products

Published on 2012-04-26 06:48:27

This is Part IV of my six-part series on ways to grow your IT consulting business without adding new clients. Today's focus will be on creating and using information products to promote and grow your business. Before getting into the content, I highly recommend that you read through Part I of the "How to Grow Your Business" series. This information-packed series was inspired by my own business and figuring out creative ways to expand, especially through the last economic downturn. > read more

Epilogue – Results of Our Recent Freelance Web Project

Published on 2012-04-23 13:46:40

Today we'll pick up where the "Ten Success Tips for Web Freelancers to Win More Freelancing Projects" article left off. Remember I promised to write an epilogue to the experience? Well, the project is done and I can finally share a bit about it, including which service we used. If you haven't yet read "Ten Success Tips for Web Freelancers to Win More Freelancing Projects", please go have a look at that first and come on back. Ready? > read more

The ONLY Six Things You Need to Start IT Consulting

Published on 2012-04-21 21:22:40

Are you ready to start your IT consulting business? The list of things you actually need is much smaller than you think. Some type of resume or CV. Optimally, you have two – an “executive summary” version which is more tailored toward an independent contractor / business owner (that’s you) and a more classic style [...] > read more

Ten Success Tips for Web Freelancers to Win More Freelancing Projects

Published on 2012-03-09 08:59:41

This article is aimed squarely at freelance web designers and coders seeking more business. (And who doesn't want more business!) Having worked with a great many web design and development firms and freelancers over the years, I wanted to take a moment and share what potential clients like me are really looking for. After reading this article, you the freelancer/freelancing company will be better equipped to increase your percentage of winning bids. > read more

IAM Success Tips on Facebook – Like it and download a bonus

Published on 2012-02-21 17:40:45

To celebrate IAM Success Tips fledgling Facebook presence, I’ve set up a giant audio download for you. Curious? Head over to http://facebook.com/iamsuccesstips Follow the big red arrow to the “Like” button Click the “Like” button The new “Members Only” text now displays, including a hefty DRM-free download link Download the zip file Drop by the [...] > read more

Q & A – Should you deliver presentations and training remotely, or at the client site?

Published on 2011-12-13 07:05:43

When should you deliver presentations or training remotely vs. the client site? What types of content work better for in-person, vs. remote delivery? The enclosed audio program answers this question in detail... > read more

How to Expand Your IT Consulting Business Without Adding Clients – Part 3: Apps and Mobile

Published on 2011-12-12 03:37:26

Today we'll be discussing the third major strategy for expanding your Business IT consulting business without getting new clients. This is Part 3 of a six-part series on "business growth and expansion" we'll discuss how to add apps and software to your existing line of products and services. If you're new to the series, catch Part 1 here. > read more

How to Expand Your IT Consulting Business Without Adding Clients – Part 2: Adding Services

Published on 2011-12-05 06:21:18

Part 2 of the "How to Expand your IT Consulting Business" series. We'll continue with "Expansion Method #2 - Adding New Services" and list some practical suggestions to expand your business today. If you're new to the series, catch Part 1 here. > read more

How to Expand Your IT Consulting Business Without Adding Clients – Part 1: Expanding Existing Client Relationships

Published on 2011-12-01 19:26:47

Today's article begins a multi-part series that looks at the many options to expand (or stabilize) an existing consulting business. We'll be discussing how to do more with the clients you have and provide practical suggestions to help expand your Business IT Consulting business. > read more

iPad Security – Don’t Worry About Your iPad (Really!)

Published on 2011-11-19 15:04:13

Losing an iPad, iPod Touch, or iPhone can be a worrisome and expensive experience. Not only is there the frustration of losing something so expensive, but all the data security implications as well. I was traveling from coast to coast in late October 2011, when I lost my iPod Touch. This article covers the details and what I did both before and after losing it. Inside you'll learn:     8 Steps to Take Right Now - TODAY - to Protect Your iPad / iPhone / iPod Touch and be worry-free when trav [..] > read more