CopyDiva

Kami Huyse wrote a great post today on the good, bad and ugly of being a consultant in the marketing/pr world, instead of an employee. Couldn’t agree more with her thought, but a few more of mine:

• no politics: this is a definite pro about being a consultant. You’re hired in to do a job, or even a long term contract, so the internal politics can just roll off you like yesterday’s leftover cinammon buns
• multi-tasking: you really must be an organized multi-tasker, because you will do everything from selling, writing proposals, finances/bookkeeping, cold calling (when you are new to consulting) and prospecting…oh, and did I mention that all the business you close you either have to do yourself or sub it out to a trusted vendor?

All said, if you can manage the self-discipline you need, consulting can be very lucrative and rewarding, and can pave the way for greater opportunities as well.