Why hire an independent business consultant?

Today more than ever money matters. Business owners are now greatly challenged to optimize productivity with little or no staff. With this in mind consultants are the most cost effective means to enhancing business. Eileen Sandlin agrees and offers ten concrete reasons that validate hiring independent consultants :

1. His/her expertise
2. To identify problems
3. To supplement staff
4. To act as a catalyst to implement change
5. To provide objectivity
6. To teach
7. To do dirty work
8. To bring new life to an organization
9. To create new business
10. To influence other people

The Positive

There's nothing like taking a trip to an impoverished region to make one appreciate the opportunity that still abounds in the US. My recent trip to Central America has ushered me into a new mind frame, as a result my entrepreneurial dreams have gained more definition, not only am I striving for self-fulfillment but am now fueled by the faces of those abroad that are not afforded the same privileges.

Research shows that our current recession provides a natural time for individuals to go into business for themselves. In fact each year more than 600,000 Americans start their own businesses and nearly 40% of small business owners say the current recession is creating opportunities for their companies. With this is mind it is important that we focus on the positive, now is the time to do what you've always wanted to do... be your own boss!



US Small Business Administration
American Express Open Small Business Monitor, April 2009