Confessions with Jess and Cindy How An Operations Expert Runs Her Consulting Business with Miriam Dicks
Feb 29, 2024
In this discussion, Miriam Dicks, an operations management consultant with a focus on nonprofits, reveals her journey from freelancing to building a successful consulting business. She emphasizes the importance of operational efficiency and systems as the backbone of any organization. Miriam shares the secrets behind balancing the roles of an employee and an entrepreneur, along with personal insights on resilience in the face of challenges. Tune in for strategic advice on transforming your skills into a thriving business!
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Consultant vs. Business Owner
- Consultants should evaluate if they desire business ownership or simply want to practice their skillset.
- Business ownership requires additional skills beyond consulting, such as marketing and management.
Healthcare Consulting Pivot
- Miriam Dicks initially focused on healthcare consulting, aiming to help physicians start their own practices.
- However, this market proved fickle, leading her to explore other healthcare areas before the pandemic prompted a business reset.
Transferable Skills
- Identifying transferable skills is crucial for adapting to market changes, as Miriam Dicks did during the pandemic.
- Repackaging existing skills to meet current demands can lead to business growth, especially when the market timing is right.
