Books by Alan (Summit Consulting Group Weiss

The latest edition of the leading guide to consulting engagement pricing, from the "Rock Star of Consulting" Alan WeissIn the newly revised Third Edition of Value-Based Fees: How to Charge - and Get - What You're Worth, best-selling author, speaker and renowned consultant Dr. Alan Weiss delivers a thoroughly updated guide to proposing, and receiving, consistently high fees that are based on the value you deliver to each client you serve.The author walks you through the many reasons that time-and-materials pricing models are outdated and inadequate and how to convert existing clients to your new value-based fee model. He also discusses fundamental new developments in consulting, including the remote delivery of services, the waning market power of the consulting giants, economic globalization, and the shift from project work to advisory work.Among the step-by-step techniques and strategies provided in the book, you'll find:* How to establish value-based fees, including determining your unique value and creating a "good deal" dynamic* How to create, capitalize on, and market to trusted advisor relationships* How to implement fee increases immediately, prevent and rebut fee objections, create consulting products, and explore lucrative new fieldsPerfect for newcomers to the consulting field as well as time-tested veterans, Value-Based Fees is an indispensable guide for every solo consultant, entrepreneur, and small consulting firm.

Offers what you need to know about building a successful, world-class consulting practice. This book teaches you everything you need to know to create and expand a seven-figure independent or boutique consulting practice. It gives you a toolset to build a thriving consultancy.

The definitive guide to getting out of the office and getting into consultingGetting Started in Consulting, Fourth Edition is the acclaimed real-world blueprint to professional and financial freedom. For nearly two decades, this invaluable resource has helped thousands of people quit the daily grind and become their own boss. This practical and motivational guide provides the tools and knowledge to control your future and secure your fortune. From establishing goals and sorting out the legal and financial paperwork, to advanced marketing strategies and relationship building techniques, this indispensable book offers step-by-step instructions for you to establish and grow your own consultancy business. This extensively revised and updated fourth edition includes new and expanded coverage on topics including utilizing informal media, changes in legal and financial guidelines, key distinctions of wholesale and retail businesses, and much more.Author Alan Weiss delivers expert advice on how to combine minimal overhead with optimal organization to produce maximum income. Every step in the process is clearly explained, including financing, marketing, bookkeeping, establishing your fees, and more. This guide is a comprehensive, one-stop source for everything you need to prosper in the rapidly expanding world of private consultancy.* Adopt a pragmatic and profitable strategy to achieve incredible results from your consultancy business* Learn to identify and address the most commons issues facing your prospects and clients* Leverage technology to reduce labor, maximize profitability, and increase discretionary time* Access sample budgets, case studies, references and appendices, downloadable tools and forms, and online resourcesThe modern business landscape presents unique opportunities for those willing to take the leap from corporate offices to home offices. Getting Started in Consulting, Fourth Edition is the must-have guide for anyone seeking to cut their own path to their own consulting business.

Revamp your life to grow, evolve, and become who you want to be Lifestorming is the indispensably practical handbook for becoming the person you want to be. Redesign your life, friends, behaviors, and beliefs to move closer to your goals every single day, guided by expert insight and deep introspection.

A fun and creative guide to keeping customers ecstatically happy Businesses are used to competing for market share, inexpensive labor, and time-to-market, but today's biggest competition among top firms may be the war for top talent.

This book--part of the Ultimate Consultant Series--is the only resource that focuses exclusively on the implementation of consulting methodology. It has a simple, accessible, and fast approach to every consulting intervention, and addresses core issues on how to work with clients.

Bestselling author of Million Dollar Consulting shares the secrets of writing winning proposals Intended for consultants, speakers, and other professional services providers, Million Dollar Consulting(R) Proposals ends forever the time-consuming and often frustrating process of writing a consulting proposal.

Consulting is one of the fastest growing professions and ironically, it tends to grow no matter what the state of the economy. Many professionals turn to consulting as a career choice in an attempt to seek refuge from the insecurities of the corporate world, corporate downsizing, and the overall decrease of opportunity in flat organizations.

Great Consulting Challenges: And How to Surmount Them shows how consultants can use the wisdom gleaned from Weiss's own practice and from other seasoned members of the profession to help overcome persistent problems and next-level challenges.

The expert guide to effective internal consulting This book guides internal consultants through the steps necessary to bolster their credibility, build relationships within the organization, develop internal marketing abilities, and apply proper methodologies to their work.

This useful guide provides specific checklists, guidelines, templates, and actual examples for every step of the consulting process. It covers marketing, sales, meetings, implementation, follow-up, invoicing, practice management, insurance, equipment, subcontracting, and scores of other elements.

This text is for the successful solo practitioner, mid-sized firm principal, or large firm practice leader who is already doing very well and, consequently, has few peers from whom to continue to learn. It guides them on managing a profitable practice, and developing their consultation skills.

Follow the expert advice in this book--the fourth in "The Ultimate Consultant Series" - and you shouldn't fall victim to the success plateau that undermines many consultants. If you feel that your work has become easier, it may be that you're not climbing "up" but rather moving laterally.