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From the mailbag: advice to a curious newbie…
Here is a recent letter from a young civil engineer, and my reply. It has been sanitized to protect his identity. I am a civil engineer with 5 years of experience, with a have a Master’s in Project...
View ArticleDon’t let fear hold you back…
Good advice from a recent newsletter by Bob Bly, fellow engineer turned successful copywriter and consultant. I could not say it better myself. Dear Direct Response Letter Subscriber: Subscriber GR...
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No guarantees of success in business…
Time for a harsh reality check from Uncle Daryl. No, it is not all peaches & cream starting and running a consulting practice… or any business. But for me, it still beats working for somebody else....
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Some advice on changing careers…
Here is a reply I left at “Husker Connect,” an alumni forum at the University of Nebraska. As an aside, I was by far the oldest alum to reply to this question. Can not believe it has been over 50 years...
View ArticleTwo books on Independence I Found Inspiring…
This blog in not focused solely on Consulting, but also in achieving Independence (Occupational, Financial, and/or Locational). Consulting is but one way to achieve any or all. It has worked well for...
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Am I Retired or What???
Here is a reply I left on a private forum on personal finance that I thought might be of interest. The questions was “What do you say when people ask if you are retired?” In my 70s I probably look the...
View ArticleVOTE… It is your right and your duty…
Time for a Mini-Rant… In 1968, my wife and I were denied our right to vote. I am still annoyed. We were married in June that year, and moved to a new state for both of us. Thanks to a Catch-22 were...
View ArticleA Pearl of Wisdom… Rights vs. Obligations…
Here is a “Pearl of Wisdom” from fellow engineer and blogger at RJ’s Corner. In these politically tumultuous times, this really resonated with me. Is it about me, or is it about you? “The single...
View ArticleHow We Made $15+ Million by Adding Training To Our Consulting…
For over 25 years, training was an important part of our consulting business. Financially rewarding, too. But I must confess we didn’t plan it that way… Here is the story, as shared with colleagues in...
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I Suddenly Realized It Was Time for Change…
This personal story that dates back to 1977, when it hit me it was time to make a career change. That would ultimately lead to my JumpToConsulting ten years later. Wistfully gazing out the airplane...
View ArticleAny Regrets About Jumping???
Here is an answer posted to the question “Any Regrets About Retiring Sooner?” at a private financial forum to which I belong. I thought the question applicable here regarding making a JumpToConsulting....
View ArticleKnowing when to say NO…
This post was sparked by two recent events — both resulting in happy endings… Event # 1… A firm I greatly respect recently announced they were seeking a part time coach for consultants. Eight to twelve...
View ArticleHappy Independence Day – 2022…
As you know, this blog is more than just about consulting — it is about Independence — Ocupational, Financial, and Locational. Here is a clip from the 2014 movie, the Gambler, where John Goodman...
View ArticleHappy Thanksgiving 2022…
This quote struck me as particularly appropriate for these times. Best to cultivate at “attitude of gratidude.” Weary of all the whiners and complainers. Be happy instead. “Be thankful for what you...
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