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6 Habits of Highly Effective Entrepreneurs

By MBO Partners

There are many paths to become a successful independent professional, but there are several key stepping stones that can put you on the path to success. Here are six habits to keep in mind if you are considering going independent, or if you feel like something is missing from your routine that’s keeping you from…

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How Consultants Can Successfully Work with Remote Clients

By MBO Partners

As an independent professional, you likely work remotely with the majority of your clients. The ability to work from where you want is a big advantage of running your own business—one that can provide greater flexibility, and save you time and cost of travel expenses. That said, it can also be more difficult to establish…

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6 Habits of Successful Consultants

By MBO Partners

When you manage your own business, it can often feel like a full-time job in and of itself—and that’s before you’ve even started working on client projects. However, the most successful small business owners know that prioritizing the financial health of their company is a smart investment of their time. There are many fixed costs…

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How to Take Control of Your Personal Time as a Consultant

By MBO Partners

When you’re self-employed, one of the biggest perks is the ability to control when, where, and how you work. But running your own business also takes a lot of dedication. Finding a balance between your work and personal life is often easier said than done. If you find yourself getting stressed out or working long hours…

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Filing Self Employed Taxes: What You Need

By MBO Partners

Independent business owners file taxes differently than traditional, W-2 employees. If this is your first time managing taxes as an independent contractor, don’t worry. It may feel a bit complicated at first but you’ll get the hang of it soon enough! Below, we answer all your questions about paying taxes as a self-employed professional. What…

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The “2-Minute Rule” Pays Dividends If You Live By The “Time = Money” Mantra

By MBO Partners

Emails, phone calls, walk-by meetings, instant messages…things often have a way of, well, getting in the way of your work. How can help you prioritize, juggle, and check-off things from your ever-growing to-do list? The looming danger of procrastination is a reality all workers, independents and employees, tackle every day. Enter: The 2-Minute Rule. Simply…

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NEW YEARS RESOLUTION GIFT GUIDE

7 Techniques To Help You Work Smarter, Not Harder (Whether You’re Self Employed or Not)

By Krista Everson

Learn the 7 tools That’ll Help You Work Independently

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How to Develop Thought Leadership when Self Employed

By MBO Partners

To be seen as a trusted leader in your industry, it is important to cultivate thought leadership. Creating content and finding your own voice are good first steps. However, a big portion of thought leadership development is dedicated to having a presence—both physical and virtual—in the ongoing conversation within your area of expertise. Becoming a thought leader…

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Top 5 Transferable Skills of Successful Consultants

By MBO Partners

Having a core set of skills allows you to approach projects with confidence, impress clients, and create a consistent workflow. These transferable skills are particularly relevant and useful for independent professionals because they can be easily taken from project to project even if you update or completely change your service offerings. Here are five important…

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8 Ways to Improve Focus and Concentration at Work

By MBO Partners

When you run your own business, your work is your responsibility alone—how it gets done, where it gets done, and when it gets done is completely up to you. That reality can be both liberating and intimidating. Knowing how to maintain focus and concentration throughout the day are essential skills when you run your own business. Minimizing…

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