Independent Computer Consultants Prospered in 2008
I am happy to report that 2008 is turning out to be my best year ever as an independent computer consultant. Despite the massive layoffs and sagging economy, I made more money this year than in any of the seven years that I have been doing this. I am hearing similar comments from many of the independent consultants that I coach and mentor. Everyone seems to be busy.
I continue to get calls from recruiters who are looking for technical experts with specialized skills. I would like to refer these recruiters to my friends, but all of them are too busy to consider new projects right now.
If you are unemployed, or about to be unemployed, here is what you should do: 1) buy my book “Getting Started as an Independent Computer Consultant”, 2) reinvent yourself, 3) read my book, 4) watch my DVD, and 5) start aggressively marketing yourself as a consultant using the concepts described in my book.
The paperback version of my book was released on December 12. It includes a 75-minute DVD featuring me explaining how to start, promote, and manage a successful computer consulting business.
I had a great year and I’m looking forward to 2009. I wish you and yours the very best during this holiday season.
Mitch Paioff
Director
Consulting Training Institute
Director
Consulting Training Institute
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