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WHAT IS A BUSINESS CONSULTANT?

A business consultant is an independent professional who, for a fee, helps a business owner define and achieve goals through better utilization of resources. Business consultants not only propose change, but also help implement it as well.

HOW CAN I TELL IF I NEED A CONSULTANT?

There are no hard or fast rules for deciding but when to bring someone in to help solve a problem but here are a few scenarios when one might be helpful:
 

• When you've identified a problem but don't feel you have the skills or knowledge necessary to solve it.

• When you've got the skills and knowledge to solve said problem, but not the time to  or staff to do so.

• When you require an independent third-party opinion, either to confirm a decision or to provide alternate options.

• When things could be better, but you're not sure what to do or where to go to obtain sound, professional advice.

WHY DO I NEED BUSINESS CONSULTANT?  WHY NOT JUST DO IT MYSELF?

Business owners hire consultants for a number of reasons, here are a few of the most common:

• It's more cost effective to hire the talent on an interim basis than it is to hire a permanent employee.

• To replace out-dated, ineffective processes with innovative new solutions.

• The business owner prefers someone with proven exertise outside of the company with a fresh and objective perspective.

CAN ANYONE USE GENESIS CONSULTING?

There are certain businesses and industries where I may not be the best fit but I'd be happy to discuss your situation confidentially and will let you know right away if that may be the case.

CAN I WORK WITH GENESIS CONSULTING IF I AM OUT OF STATE?

Yes!  Consultations with clients all over the United States can be done very effectively via phone, email and Zoom!