Thriving Through

Thriving Through

Hosted by: AJ Riedel

Welcome to Thriving Through – Real Conversations with Independent Consultants Building to Six Figures Thriving Through is where solo consultants share what's it takes to build a profitable six-figure...

Episodes

Episode 25: From Agency Employee to Strategic Forecasting CEO: How One Consultant Built Authority Through Public Relations Over Traditional Marketing

Season #1

Show Notes Are you struggling to stand out in a crowded consulting market and wondering if there's a better way to build your reputation than endless social media posting? In this episode, host AJ Riedel talks to...
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Episode 26: From Accidental Consultant to Strategic Coach: Building a Clear Path to Profit for Small Business Owners

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Are you trapped in the feast-or-famine cycle of consulting, working nights and weekends in what feels like a prison of your own making? In this episode, host AJ Riedel talks to Ryan McKinney of McKinney Business...
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Episode 20: From Undervalued to Unstoppable: How Frank Keck Built a 24-Year Consulting Empire by Embracing His Uniqueness and Doubling His Fee

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Are you undercharging for your consulting services, and as a result, working with clients who don't value your expertise? In this episode, host AJ Riedel talks to Frank Keck, CEO and founder of CoreBuild, a company...
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Episode 24: From CMO to Freedom: How Jeff Baker Built a 40K+ Subscriber List While Working Less and Earning More

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Are you tired of sacrificing your freedom for a steady paycheck? Do you wonder if it's possible to build a consulting business that gives you both financial security AND time to enjoy life? In this episode, host AJ...
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Episode 23: From Perfectionism to Profit: How Drew Roberts Built DB Impact by Embracing Imperfection and Delivering Value

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Are you stuck in your head, trying to craft the perfect business model before launching your consulting practice? What if your greatest obstacle isn't your market, your skills, or your competition, but your own quest...
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Episode 22: From Corporate Layoff to Thriving Consultant: How Laura Hardin Built a Profitable Communications Practice in 10 Months

Season #1

Are you tired of the corporate grind but afraid to take the leap into consulting? What if a layoff became the best thing that ever happened to your career? In this episode, host AJ Riedel talks to Laura Hardin,...
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Episode 21: From Corporate Safety to Entrepreneurial Success: How Nick Eckert Built a Thriving Consulting Practice Through Strategic Failure

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How do you transform failures into valuable data that drives your business forward? In this episode, host AJ Riedel talks to Nick Eckert, founder of Sr. Training and Consulting, who helps small and medium-sized...
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Episode 19: From Corporate Leader to Thriving Consultant: How Beverly Flores Secured 13 Clients in 6 Months Through Courage and Authentic Connection

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Are you ready to break free from your corporate job but fear is holding you back? How do you confidently price your services when you're just starting out? In this episode, host AJ Riedel talks to Beverly Flores,...
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Episode 18: From Burnout to Breakthrough: Julie Collison's Journey from Special Education to Self-Made Consultant in Neurodiversity

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In this episode, host AJ Riedel talks to Julie Collison, a special education expert who transitioned from a steady job to launching her own consulting business, Ingenuity Unlimited. We talk about Julie's journey from...
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Episode 17: From Paycheck to Purpose: How Jessica Rickel Built a Thriving Consultancy by Creating Community-Centered Solutions

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In this episode, host AJ Riedel talks to Jessica Rickel, founder of Set to Scale Business Services. We talk about how Jessica replaced her corporate income within 6 months of starting her business part-time, why true...
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Episode 16: From Hesitant to Thriving: How a Marketing Consultant Built Her Business by Creating Community & Joy

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Are you struggling to market yourself as a consultant? What if the secret isn't just about selling your services, but about building communities that naturally attract your ideal clients? In this episode, host AJ...
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Episode 15: From Full-Time Employment to Thriving Consultant: Interview with Ryan McGovern

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What if I told you that a sales director went from a comfortable W-2 job to building a six-figure fractional consulting business in just a few monthsβ€”and his biggest obstacle isn't the market, the competition, or even...
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