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Notes on Building a Profitable Consulting Business Without Burning Out
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 17 Essential Tools for Independent Consultants to Grow a Lean, Profitable Business
You’re stepping out of corporate life and into consulting. Exciting? Yes. Overwhelming? Absolutely.
You know you need an LLC, a way to track expenses, maybe even a CRM. But what about the things you don’t know yet—like professional liability insurance, virtual addresses, or how to legally pay contractors?
One wrong move can cost you time, money, and credibility. This guide helps you avoid those mistakes.

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