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. 2d ago

    Freeing Your Time With A 300K Biz - With Guest Rachael Plitch

    Eighteen months ago, Rachael was deciding whether to quit her full-time job and go independent. Today, she’s built a business that will clear $300K this year, with almost half a million dollars in opportunities in her pipeline. But what’s most interesting is who she became along the way. Not less emotional. Not less ambitious. Not someone who stopped caring. She became someone who trusts herself. In this episode, I talk with Rachael Plitch about what it actually takes to go from low belief to high belief while building a real consulting business. We talk about: How to land your first $60KHow to stop using anxiety as the fuel for successHow to sell results instead of your time and availabilityHow to reclaim your calendar without under-deliveringAnd how to become your next-generation self now instead of waiting years to feel ready. Most importantly, Rachael didn’t just make more money. She built a new relationship with work, pressure, time, and herself. If you’ve ever wondered whether you could really leave your job, build something of your own, and become the kind of person who can handle it… this episode will show you what’s possible. 🔴 Interested in GROW Independent? The VIP Sale for my advanced mastermind, GROW Independent, is open now through June 5, 2026. Sign up here: https://www.chrisdonohoecoaching.com/grow-independent-checkout-form Find Rachael Plitch: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rachaelplitch Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Urban Legend by Musical Bakery ⁠https://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/

    53 min

  2. May 27

    How Dave Built a $300K Biz After Being Laid Off (with guest Dave Tennenbaum)

    Eighteen months ago, Dave got laid off after a 25+ year career. Today he's built a $300K consulting and coaching business. But what’s most interesting is how he did it. Not with a perfect website. Not with viral content or “niching down” into oblivion. He focused on one thing:Building a revenue engine. In this episode, I break down the exact steps Dave took to go from corporate employee… to highly paid independent consultant. We talk about:How to land your first clients through word of mouthHow to replace your income strategicallyAnd how to build a predictable pipeline of high-quality buyers over time Most importantly, Dave didn’t just make money. He built a skill set and level of confidence that he can rely on for the rest of his life. If you’ve ever wondered whether you could really make the leap into independent work, this episode will show you what’s possible. 🔴 Interested in GROW Independent? The VIP Sale for my advanced mastermind, GROW Independent, is open now through June 5, 2026. And this Friday, I’m hosting a live VIP Info Session to help you determine whether it’s the right fit for you. VIP Info Session – Creating ROI From Every Business InvestmentFriday, May 29, 2026 at 1pm ET Join here:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86470556018 Find Dave Tennenbaum - Website:  StanD-Taller.com Newsletter: subscribe.stand-taller.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dave-tennenbaum-31144a49 Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.comTrack: Urban Legend by Musical Bakeryhttps://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/

    46 min

  3. May 20

    Why saying “no” to other people will accelerate your career

    Most people are living their lives trying not to disappoint anyone. Their boss.Their family.Their clients.The people watching online. And slowly, over time, they lose connection with themselves. That’s why saying “no” is such a powerful skill. Not because you become selfish… but because you finally start prioritizing your own values, energy, and long-term vision. In this episode, I’m breaking down why learning to disappoint other people is often the exact thing that unlocks your next level of success. Because when you stop living for approval:Your confidence returnsYour thinking gets clearerAnd your career accelerates dramatically This is especially important in today’s world, where job security is no longer guaranteed and your ability to trust yourself matters more than ever. If you’ve been feeling drained, overextended, or trapped by other people’s expectations, this episode will feel like a deep exhale. Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.comTrack: Urban Legend by Musical Bakeryhttps://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/

    29 min

  4. May 13

    Creating Your Entrepreneurial Niche In The Age of AI

    The world is panicking about AI. And honestly? I think most people are asking the wrong question. Instead of:“Will AI replace me?” The better question is:“How do I become even MORE valuable in this new economy?” Because the people who win over the next few years will not necessarily be the most technical. They’ll be the people who:Think clearlySolve meaningful problemsUnderstand human beings deeplyAnd know how to create real transformation for others That’s where coaches, consultants, and advisors still have an enormous advantage. In this episode, I’m breaking down the mindset shifts and strategic opportunities I believe will matter most in the age of AI—and how to carve out a niche that feels aligned, profitable, and future-proof. This is not about fear. It’s about possibility. If you’ve been feeling uncertain about where the market is heading or how to position yourself moving forward, this episode will bring you back to center. Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.comTrack: Urban Legend by Musical Bakeryhttps://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/

    36 min

  5. May 6

    The Once and For All Cure to Feeling Behind

    My husband quit his job this week after 19 years at the same company. And honestly? It cracked me open in the best possible way. Because at the exact same time, I’ve been hearing the same thing over and over from clients: “I feel behind.”“I feel stuck.”“I just don’t feel like I’ve arrived yet.” Most people are measuring themselves against an imaginary timeline of success:More moneyMore statusMore growthMore recognition But the truth is… there’s no amount of accomplishment that can satisfy a discontent mind. At some point, you have to stop asking:“Am I ahead enough?”And start asking:“Am I living in alignment with myself?” That changes everything. In this episode, I’m talking about the real cure to feeling behind—and why happiness and self-respect are ultimately the only variables that matter. Because success in business is a byproduct of living truthfully… not the other way around. If you’ve been questioning your path lately, this episode is going to hit home. Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.comTrack: Urban Legend by Musical Bakeryhttps://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/

    26 min

  6. Apr 29

    The Lost Art of Slow Results

    If you’re working hard and not seeing results fast enough… you’re probably doing it right. I know—that’s not what anyone wants to hear. We’ve been conditioned to believe that results should come quickly. That if it’s taking time, something must be wrong. But in reality? Slow progress is the norm. Not the exception. In this episode, I share a powerful conversation with a client who felt completely defeated by how long things were taking—and the shift that helped her get grounded again. Because the truth is: The long road is where real growth happens. It’s where your skill, identity, and resilience are built. This is the work. If you’ve been questioning your progress, your timeline, or whether you’re “doing it right”… this episode will bring you back to center. And paradoxically, it might be the thing that actually speeds everything up. Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.comTrack: Urban Legend by Musical Bakeryhttps://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/

    25 min

  7. Apr 22

    The 3 Things That Took Me from Burnt Out Coach to $40K Months on Repeat

    I didn’t grow up with money. And for a long time, I didn’t understand how to make it in a way that felt aligned with who I am. I was burnt out, overworked, and under-earning—despite caring deeply about my clients and the work I was doing. Everything changed when I focused on three things:A clear visionA willingness to represent myself powerfully in the marketAnd building a real revenue engine behind my business In this episode, I break down the exact shifts that took me from burnout… to consistent $40K months. If you’re ready to move from working hard to building something scalable and sustainable, this is where it starts. Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.comTrack: Urban Legend by Musical Bakery⁠https://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/

    16 min

  8. Apr 15

    Creating safety in sales

    Selling doesn’t have to feel awkward, pushy, or transactional. In fact… when it’s done right, it should feel elegant. Like a high-end experience for both you and the person you’re speaking with. In this episode, I’m sharing a completely different way to approach sales—one that removes pressure, eliminates the need to “convince,” and allows you to show up with confidence and ease. Because the truth is… you don’t need better scripts. You need to create safety in the conversation. When you do that, everything changes. Sales feel natural. Clients feel understood. And “yes” becomes the obvious next step. If you’ve been avoiding sales conversations or overthinking how to sell your work, this episode will shift everything. Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.comTrack: Urban Legend by Musical Bakery⁠https://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/

    19 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
    129
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Chris Donohoe
  • Show Website
    Make Money as a Consultant

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