[thelist] Getting started in consulting

[profjj]

Hi Madhu,

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:From: thelist-admin at lists.evolt.org
:[mailto:thelist-admin at lists.evolt.org]On Behalf Of Madhu Menon
:Sent: Wednesday, September 26, 2001 1:01 PM
:To: thelist at lists.evolt.org
:Subject: [thelist] Getting started in consulting
:
:G'day honourable list members.
:
:Despite these bleak times, I have chucked a big job at a web solutions
:company (I was the UX dept. head) to go solo and start a one-man
:consulting
:business.
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I would still keep the day job, however, if you want to go in full time, I
would recommend you have at least 3 months of your salary saved up, or you
could see how you work them side by side, and then leave when you @ least
have enough to match what you are making.

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:Since this is the first time I've done this, I've read several books and
:online resources on the subject. However, the best guide is always the
:experience of one's peers. With that in mind, I was wondering if
:any of you
:nice people who are also consultants would like to share any words of
:wisdom with me. What has your experience taught you?
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The other thing, is that you are the **boss**, and well income fluctuates so
be prepared for that.  Other than that, when things get established, it's
worth your while.

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:I would be forever grateful.
:
:Regards,
:
:Madhu
:<<<   *   >>>
:Madhu Menon
:User Experience Consultant
:e-mail: webguru at vsnl.net
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And most importantly, :-) stay on this list, the "honourable members" ensure
that everyone is up to scratch with anything.  Very important in any field.

Good luck in your endeavour,
[[:profjj:]]
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