Make Money as a Consultant

Chris Donohoe
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You can make great money as a consultant right away if you learn how to sell yourself and your skills. In this podcast, I’ll teach you how to make your first $20K, $150K, and $500K as a consultant. You don’t need to be the smartest or most charismatic person in the room. And you don’t need a perfect website, pitch, or market-validated offer. You just need to turn your skillset into an irresistible, high-ticket consulting offer - then learn how get noticed and land deals. It’s simpler than you think. You can start today, and your current skills are enough. I'll break it down, step by step.

  1. 3D AGO

    How I failed my way to an extra $120K in revenue last year

    Most people think failure is a sign that something isn’t working. That you should slow down. Reconsider. Maybe even quit. I’ve learned the opposite. Last year, I failed over and over again—missed opportunities, launches that didn’t land, ideas that went nowhere, conversations that didn’t turn into clients. And those “failures” led directly to an extra $120,000 in revenue. In this episode, I share the moment that changed everything for me—and why I decided I was done beating myself up every time something didn’t work. I talk about: Why most consultants and coaches quit way too earlyHow negative self-talk quietly kills your momentumThe mindset shift that helped me grow my revenue by 40%And the 4 realizations that made failure feel productive instead of personal. If you’ve ever thought, “Maybe this isn’t worth it” or “I’ll never get there,” this episode is for you. Because building a meaningful, profitable business isn’t about avoiding failure. It’s about learning how to move through it without losing yourself. And once you get that right, everything changes. Want help turning effort into real revenue?Join my free 30/30 Revenue Blueprint Workshop and learn how to land clients and generate consistent income in the next 30 days. Save your spot here:👉 https://www.chrisdonohoecoaching.com/the-30-30-revenue-blueprint Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.comTrack: Urban Legend by Musical Bakeryhttps://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/

    38 min

  2. FEB 11

    Why I talk about money, and you should too

    I talk about money a lot—and there’s a reason for it. Money is the single biggest limiting factor in most people’s lives, especially for consultants, coaches, and advisors who are doing meaningful work but still feel financially stuck. I didn’t start with a trust fund or a straight path. I moved from teaching to consulting to entrepreneurship, and with every transition, my income and quality of life changed dramatically. In this episode, I break down why money isn’t just about strategy—it’s about transformation. It’s about becoming the version of yourself who knows how to create cash flow, regulate their emotions when things get hard, and stay the course when uncertainty shows up. This is the work that actually creates freedom. If you want to make great money without burning out—or abandoning your values—this episode will change how you think about cash flow, confidence, and what’s actually possible for you. And if you’re ready to turn this mindset into real, consistent revenue, join me inside my free 30/30 Revenue Blueprint Workshop, where I’ll show you how to land clients and build momentum in the next 30 days. Sign up here: https://www.chrisdonohoecoaching.com/the-30-30-revenue-blueprint Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Urban Legend by Musical Bakery⁠ https://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/⁠

    45 min

  3. FEB 4

    PART 3 - Time Management and Slowing Down to Speed Up

    This is Part 3 of a three-part series on time management, motivation, and slowing down to speed up. If you haven’t listened to Parts 1 and 2 yet, go back and start there. This episode builds directly on that foundation. In this final installment, I’m talking about the real reason time management feels so hard for so many people — and it has very little to do with your calendar. In an uncertain world, there are only a few things you actually control:Your thoughts.Your emotional state.Your actions (or inaction). And learning to work from that truth — instead of fighting reality — is the key to a fulfilling life and a deep sense of pride in how you spend your time. In this episode, I introduce a tool I call Mind Blocking. It’s designed to pair with time blocking — but instead of controlling your schedule, it helps you develop flexibility, awareness, and emotional resilience while you’re working. Mind Blocking is about noticing your thoughts in real time, separating from them, and intentionally shifting your inner experience so you can move forward with clarity and momentum. Because here’s what usually happens:You start working.Something goes wrong.A client pushes back.A ball gets dropped.You don’t hear back from a prospect. And suddenly your mind spirals into panic, frustration, self-doubt, or resentment — all while you’re still trying to get things done. This episode walks you through a 4-step Mind Blocking process that helps you stay in the observation deck of your own mind — so stress doesn’t hijack your focus, and momentum doesn’t collapse the moment things get uncomfortable. We’ll cover: How to decide who you want to be when it comes to follow-through and reliability How to notice unhelpful thoughts while you’re working (without stopping) How to replace them intentionally in the moment — not later How to let those new thoughts shift your emotional state and build lasting capacity Over time, this practice compounds.Your confidence grows.Your capacity expands.Your relationship with time changes. You stop designing your life around your limits — and start becoming someone who can handle more with ease. This is how you slow down internally… and speed everything else up. Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Urban Legend by Musical Bakery https://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/

    33 min

  4. JAN 28

    PART 2 - Time Management and Slowing Down to Speed Up

    If you haven’t listened to Part 1, pause this episode and go back now. This is a two-part conversation, and the context matters. In Part 2, I’m talking about the moment most people get stuck: when you don’t feel like it. When motivation is low.  When you’re tired, distracted, traveling, overwhelmed—or telling yourself this just isn’t the right time to push. I share a real example from being in Mexico and asking myself a hard question: Am I the kind of person who doesn’t want responsibility right now… or am I becoming the kind of person who can hold responsibility anywhere? That shift changed everything. This episode breaks down the difference between designing your life around your limitations versus becoming the version of yourself who can handle more—with less stress.  Counterintuitively, it’s more exhausting to live a life of constant accommodation than it is to build capacity. When you slow down the right way, you actually speed everything up. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to move from “I don’t feel like it” to becoming someone who does The actions that create real momentum (not fake motivation) How your environment and mental “soundtrack” drive your productivity Why procrastination isn’t a character flaw—it’s a solvable pattern How to stop negotiating with yourself and start following through This is about time management at a deeper level. Not hacks. Not tricks. Identity, momentum, and decision-making that compounds over time. Join Me Live This Wednesday I’m teaching a FREE live workshop this Wednesday where I’ll help you apply these ideas directly to your business—so you can create momentum, close more deals, and stop stalling out when it matters most. 👉 Sign up here:https://coachdonohoe.com/live-workshop-registration Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Urban Legend by Musical Bakery https://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/

    36 min

  5. JAN 21

    PART 1 - Time Management and Slowing Down to Speed Up - Part 1

    I used to think "time management" meant constantly optimizing my time and extracting every last minute of productivity out of myself. But this wasn't time management - it was self-punishment. Like running a military bootcamp in my head. And when you approach time and productivity through this lens, it ALWAYS ends in one of two ways: burnout or complete paralysis (or both). Here's what changed everything for me: I stopped treating time as a commodity to be optimized. I stopped treating myself like a machine. And I learned a human approach to managing my time. In this episode, I'm introducing the first of two tools that completely revolutionized my life - and how I think about time. This is how I've been able to accomplish more than I ever thought possible in business and in life, without burning out. This is part one of a two-part series. Episode 2 drops next week. If you've been struggling with productivity, overwhelm, or the constant feeling that there's never enough time - this episode will change how you work. Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Urban Legend by Musical Bakery https://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/

    48 min

  6. JAN 14

    The 90-Second Referral Fix

    Referrals are one of the fastest, most authentic ways to land clients. And yet… most people are terrible at getting them. Not because they’re bad at what they do. Not because their network doesn’t want to help them. But because they stop 90 seconds too soon. They have great conversations that end with: “I’ll keep you in mind.”“Happy to make an intro sometime.”“Let me know if I think of anyone.”And then… nothing happens. In this episode, I’m breaking down The 90-Second Referral Fix — the exact framework I use to turn vague promises into real introductions that lead to paid work. You’ll learn: Why referrals are powerful (and why they’re not a silver bullet) The 3 “kisses of death” that quietly kill referrals before they start What to say (and what not to say) when asking for referrals How to make it ridiculously easy for your network to help you The one shift that turns “I’ll keep you in mind” into actual intros I also walk you through a real client story and show you exactly where most people miss the opportunity — even when they’re doing almost everything right. We talk about: Identifying referral partners the smart way (win/win, not awkward) How to sell yourself and the referral opportunity (this is what’s usually missing) How to slow down and generate referrals live, in the conversation Why rushing is the enemy — and clarity is your best friend What it means if you feel resistance or embarrassment asking (and how to work with that) Referrals don’t need to feel pushy. They don’t need to feel salesy. And they definitely don’t need to be left to chance. When you do this right, referrals become an engine of growth — not a hope-and-pray strategy. This episode will show you exactly how. Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.comTrack: Urban Legend by Musical Bakeryhttps://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/

    42 min

  7. JAN 7

    How to Network Without Feeling Like You're Using People

    Have you ever held back from reaching out to someone because you were afraid they'd think you were using them? This fear slows down your momentum in sales and networking more than anything else. This week I'm teaching you 3 principles that will eradicate your insecurity and help you feel completely grounded while you network. This is how you network authentically without being salesy - so you never have to worry about whether someone thinks you're using them. When you get this right, you'll land clients quickly, grow your business, and feel great in the process. It's so much simpler than you think. I'm breaking it down step by step. Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Urban Legend by Musical Bakery https://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/

    39 min

  8. 12/31/2025

    The Simplest (But Scariest) Way to Make Money

    The Simplest (But Scariest) Way to Make Money The simplest way to make money in your business is also the one most people avoid. I see it all the time: incredibly smart, capable professionals who know they have something valuable to offer… but keep telling themselves they need more clarity before they can start selling. So they plan. They overthink. They try to design the perfect offer before ever talking to a real person. It feels responsible. It feels safe. But it’s quietly delaying their income — and eroding their confidence. In this episode, I’m breaking down the four traps that keep talented people from making money now — and showing you the three-step process for getting paid while you’re still getting clear. Because here’s the truth most people get wrong: You don’t get clear before you get paid.You get clear in the process of getting paid. I walk you through: Why “waiting until you’re ready” is costing you revenue The 4 traps that keep people stuck in planning mode What to sell when you don’t think you have an offer Who to sell to when you don’t think you have an audience Why simplicity beats strategy at the start The exact skills you actually need to land clients (and the ones you don’t) This is the same approach I used to start my business — and the same one I teach clients who want to stop delaying and start getting paid without burning themselves out. When you get this right, everything changes:Conversations turn into opportunitiesOpportunities turn into clientsClients turn into income — quickly and naturally It’s so much simpler than you think.And you can start right now. _____ Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Urban Legend by Musical Bakery⁠ https://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/⁠

    37 min
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You can make great money as a consultant right away if you learn how to sell yourself and your skills. In this podcast, I’ll teach you how to make your first $20K, $150K, and $500K as a consultant. You don’t need to be the smartest or most charismatic person in the room. And you don’t need a perfect website, pitch, or market-validated offer. You just need to turn your skillset into an irresistible, high-ticket consulting offer - then learn how get noticed and land deals. It’s simpler than you think. You can start today, and your current skills are enough. I'll break it down, step by step.

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  • Creator
    Chris Donohoe
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    115
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Chris Donohoe
  • Show Website
    Make Money as a Consultant