Tips, Foibles, Thoughts on Entrepreneurship
Power of the Zig Zag
The Entrepreneur Quiz
Are you ready?
I passed the quiz and…
…look what happened!
A little About Me
I AM…Me Wife Mom Daughter Sister Friend
I AM NOT:
Employee
I DO…Training Designing Org
Development Career Coaching Project Management
What do you want to know?Post-Its, pensJot down a few questions you have about
contracting, consulting.
Tips Tactical
Type of consultant/contractorNamingNiche NetworkingFinancialBarter system
Tips Personal
Why are you considering this route?What is your definition of success?Who will support you and who will you
support?How will you present your story to potential
clients?What strengths can you rely on to help you
stay the course?
Power of the Zig Zag: For some of you, this may not be an option you are considering by choice. I ask you to reflect on
this: many people do not have a straight course when it comes to careers…there are many “zig zags” that can occur.
ResourcesSCORE websiteLinkedIn Professional AssociationsSologig.comIndustry specific websites….
#1 Resource: PEOPLE!
Reflections
What has been easiest?
What has been hardest?
What will I be changing?
Questions?
Remember, the path to success depends on how you define success.
Don’t forget the potential “power of the zig zag!”
Thank you for your time today. Best wishes to all!