Consulting Success Podcast
How To Thrive As A Solo Consultant with Amy McDougal
Dec 9, 2024
Amy McDougal, President and Founder of CLEAResources, pivoted from a flute performance degree to build a six-figure legal compliance consultancy. She shares her unique journey and discusses how blending personalized legal approaches with structured consulting frameworks allows her to effectively serve varied clients. Emphasizing innovative networking over digital marketing, Amy reveals the importance of clear communication and building trust. With insights on creating hybrid offerings and fostering an abundance mindset, she inspires solo consultants to thrive and grow their practices.
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Quick takeaways
- Amy McDougal's transition from a flute player to a compliance consultant exemplifies the importance of leveraging unique backgrounds to identify market gaps.
- Her emphasis on building strong client relationships through innovative, personalized services highlights the critical role of effective communication in consulting success.
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Unexpected Career Path
The speaker's journey into compliance consulting began unexpectedly, with a background in flute performance leading to law school. This pivot was influenced by a call to serve in the military, following a family tradition, which provided valuable legal experience as a judge advocate in the Air Force. While working as in-house counsel for a government contractor, an opportunity arose to build a compliance and ethics program, which sparked a newfound interest in preventing legal issues before they arise. This shift frames compliance as a proactive measure, likening it to primary healthcare that emphasizes prevention rather than simply addressing problems as they occur.
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