Growing a Consulting Practice in 2013 IEEE Consultants’ Network of San Diego April meeting 2013
Ways to Grow a Business Marketing Sales Operations Strategic
Marketing Define what you do What does your company offer? Who do you sell to? Define your product line Evaluate your previous projects Determine what you can package Determine demand
Marketing Pricing Determine: Value Competition Costs Targeting the market you want
Sales Finding Prospects Qualifying Prospect Getting the right pitch Overcoming objections Asking for the deal Closing the deal
Operations Bundle Expenses Modern accounting options “Tele-commute” Bundle projects Rent vs Buy
Strategic Outsource Job shop Partnerships Acquisitions Merger Sale of Business
Michael Bryant Software Synergistics