Consulting Success Podcast
The #1 podcast for consulting business owners who want to build a profitable, scalable and strategic consulting business. Over one thousands consulting business owners have applied the growth system that Consulting Success teaches here https://www.consultingsuccess.com/coaching-for-consultants Trusted by tens of thousands of consultants, the weekly conversations shine the spotlight on valuable business tips. Episodes support you in understanding how to navigate the market. This podcast is your guide to overcoming the most difficult obstacles in the consulting industry and enjoying big wins. Learn strategies for maintaining an effective team and attracting clients. Discover how to craft a clear...
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From Independent Consultant to Full Consulting Business
<p>Want to learn how we can help you grow your consulting business? Schedule your free Growth Session Call today! www.consultingsuccess.com/grow</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p>Follow Consulting Success!</p><p>Make sure you're following us on your podcast app! Already subscribed? Tell a friend about the show that you think could benefit as well!</p><p>Your 3-Day Blueprint for Consulting Growth in San Diego.</p><p>Imagine your future self looking back on the single event that changed everything. The Consulting Success Mastermind in San Diego (April 30 - May 2, 2026) is designed to...
Fan Favorite Replay: How To Speed Up The Consulting Sales Cycle with Tommy Ogden
<p>Ready to learn what goes into scaling a tech-focused consulting firm from the ground up? In this episode, Tommy Ogden, co-founder of Activera Consulting, shares the fascinating journey of launching and growing a multimillion-dollar consultancy within just one year. Drawing on his extensive experience in both boutique firms and global giants like Accenture, Tommy delves into the strategic decisions that have propelled Activera’s rapid success. He offers a candid look at the challenges of balancing talent acquisition with business development, the importance of defining and honing in on core service pillars, and the key lessons learned from his tr...
How The Best Marketing Doesn't Scale (Initially)
<p>Want to learn how we can help you grow your consulting business? Schedule your free Growth Session Call today! www.consultingsuccess.com/grow</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p>Your 3-Day Blueprint for Consulting Growth in San Diego.</p><p>Imagine your future self looking back on the single event that changed everything. The Consulting Success Mastermind in San Diego (April 30 - May 2, 2026) is designed to be that moment. For three days, you'll be surrounded by high-performing peers, world-class mentors, and a community genuinely dedicated to your success. Walk away with strategic clarity and unstoppable momentum. Create...
How Listening Built This 7-Figure Business with Manal Sayid
<p>What if the reason your consulting business hasn't grown isn't because you lack the perfect strategy, but because you need to learn how to hold better conversations? </p><p>In this episode, I'm joined by Manal Sayid, a facilitator and consultant who quietly built a seven-figure practice by helping leaders navigate the conversations most people avoid. Manal didn't start in consulting. She started in non profit HR, volunteered on a suicide prevention line for nearly a decade, and learned at a very human level how trust is built when people feel heard. </p><p>In this conversation, you'll discover...
How to Land 5 and 6-Figure Consulting Clients
<p>Want to learn how we can help you grow your consulting business? Schedule your free Growth Session Call today! www.consultingsuccess.com/grow</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p>Your 3-Day Blueprint for Consulting Growth in San Diego.</p><p>Imagine your future self looking back on the single event that changed everything. The Consulting Success Mastermind in San Diego (April 30 - May 2, 2026) is designed to be that moment. For three days, you'll be surrounded by high-performing peers, world-class mentors, and a community genuinely dedicated to your success. Walk away with strategic clarity and unstoppable momentum. Create...
How To Build An Employee-Focused Consulting Culture That Boosts Retention and Business with John Quirk
<p>Most consulting firms don't fail because of bad strategy. They stall because the founder becomes the bottleneck. Well, that's why I wanted you to hear from John Quirk, who spent decades inside a consulting firm that grew to eight figures, built extraordinary tenure on the team, and ultimately exited. John lived through the messy middle, hiring mistakes, delivery strain, and leadership gaps, and he helped redesign the business from the inside so that it could grow without breaking.</p><p>In this episode, you're going to learn how John shifted from founder-led execution to durable leadership systems, the exact...
The Messaging Mistake That’s Costing You High-Value Clients
<p>Want to learn how we can help you grow your consulting business? Schedule your free Growth Session Call today! www.consultingsuccess.com/grow</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p>Your 3-Day Blueprint for Consulting Growth in San Diego.</p><p>Imagine your future self looking back on the single event that changed everything. The Consulting Success Mastermind in San Diego (April 30 - May 2, 2026) is designed to be that moment. For three days, you'll be surrounded by high-performing peers, world-class mentors, and a community genuinely dedicated to your success. Walk away with strategic clarity and unstoppable momentum. Create...
A Consultant's Guide to Reading People & Closing Deals Faster with Thomas Erikson
<p>Selling over 12 million copies of his books worldwide, Surrounded by Idiots author Thomas Erikson knows a thing or two about human nature. But before the global fame, he spent 20 years writing in obscurity while working a "boring" banking job. He joins Michael to reveal why understanding the four core behavioral styles - Red, Yellow, Green, and Blue - is the ultimate hack for sales, leadership, and negotiation, and offers a proven framework for mirroring your prospects to build instant trust. If you want to stop wasting time on pitches that don't land and start scaling your influence, Thomas shares...
4 Systems Every Consultant Needs to Reach the Next Level of Growth
<p>Want to learn how we can help you grow your consulting business? Schedule your free Growth Session Call today! www.consultingsuccess.com/grow</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p>The Inner Circle</p><p>If you're running a 7-figure consulting business and are ready to be in a room of committed peers, this is for you. The Inner Circle is a high-level mastermind focused on proven strategies for scaling and lifestyle design. This is not for everyone, but if it's for you, you already know. www.consultingsuccess.com/inner-circle</p>
Tapping into the Power of a Niche Market with Julie Lawless
<p>Have you ever wondered what happens when you stop trying to serve everyone and double down on one niche you know inside out? That's exactly what Julie Lawless did. From corporate comms for brands like Nissan and Mars Petcare to running her own firm in animal health and AgTech, Julie has built a business that thrives because it's focused. In this episode, we unpack how she made that shift, moving from hourly billing to retainers, building a standout reputation in a small industry, and leading a team that runs smoothly without her in every single detail. </p><p>If y...
