Entrepreneurial Consultant

Before we define what an entrepreneurial consultant is, it’s important to define the two words that make up the phrase.

An entrepreneur…

• Owns & operates a business;
• Solves problems and makes the most of opportunities;
• Attempts to make a profit through selling their products or services.

Just because you’re an entrepreneur or own a business doesn’t mean you’re a consultant.

A consultant…

• Provides expert advice professionally;
• Works in a specific field or industry;
• Diagnoses problems, recommends actions and solutions.

So, an entrepreneurial consultant is one who runs a business where they provide expert advice in a particular field or industry.

When you learn about “consulting,” the focus is primarily on the deliverables; the consulting work done for a client. It typically involves no discussion of the “business” side.

That’s why the distinction of “entrepreneurial consultant” is important.