Ever wondered just exactly what it takes to scale a consulting business while maintaining agility and delivering high-impact results? Keith Scott, today’s guest, has mastered this art and is here to share his journey. Keith is the CEO and co-founder of K.L. Scott and Associates, a consulting firm that has seen exponential growth, doubling and tripling revenue projections year over year. With a deep background in top-tier firms like Deloitte and Gartner, Keith has successfully transitioned from the structured environment of these corporate giants to running a fully remote, agile consulting firm that serves major federal and state government clients across the U.S. In this episode, Keith dives into the strategies that have propelled his firm to success, from leveraging data-driven insights for public policy impact to building a remote team that delivers top-tier results without the overhead of a traditional office.
In this episode, you will learn:
- The benefits of running a fully remote consulting firm
- How to transition from a corporate role to founding a consulting business
- The key differences between working at large firms like Deloitte and running your own consultancy
- Strategies for winning government contracts and scaling a consulting business
- The importance of agility and intimate client relationships in a small consulting firm
- Lessons on partnership dynamics and structuring a consulting business for growth
- Insights into the role of social impact in shaping a consulting firm's mission and culture
Welcome to the Consulting Success podcast. I'm your host Michael Zipursky, and in this podcast, we're going to dive deep into the world of elite consultants where you're going to learn the strategies, tactics and mindset to grow a highly profitable and successful consulting business.
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Keith Scott, founder and CEO of K.L. Scott & Associates, LLC, is a seasoned leader in IT and management consulting with over 29 years of experience supporting local, state, and federal government agencies. Renowned for delivering results, he excels in optimizing client performance through strategic planning, organizational transformation, and IT strategy. With a proven track record, he has successfully led complex projects for over 50 government clients. Keith holds a B.S. in Computer Science, an MBA, and certifications in Project Management (PMP) and Business Analytics.
In this episode, you'll explore the benefits of running a fully remote consulting firm and gain valuable insights into transitioning from a corporate role to founding your own business. You’ll also discover the key differences between working at large firms like Deloitte and managing your own consultancy, along with effective strategies for winning government contracts and scaling your business. The discussion also delves into the importance of agility and fostering intimate client relationships within a small firm, lessons on partnership dynamics, and structuring your business for growth. Additionally, you'll uncover the role of social impact in shaping your consulting firm's mission and culture.
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