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Is Independent Consulting Right For You? - Quiz

This short 10 question quiz will help you decide if you would be successful in the independent consulting world.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    How would you describe your personality?

    • A.

      Assertive, Honest, Objective

    • B.

      Critical, Aggressive, Practical

    • C.

      Conservative, Pragmatic, Safe

    • D.

      Self-confident, Skilled, Competent

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  • 2. 

    How much time do you want to dedicate to your work as an independent consultant?

    • A.

      I don't know

    • B.

      I'm just curious

    • C.

      On the side

    • D.

      Part-time

    • E.

      Full-time

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  • 3. 

    How many liquid assets do you have on reserve?

    • A.

      Much less than I'd like

    • B.

      A few months

    • C.

      Enough

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  • 4. 

    How familiar are you with the independent work world?

    • A.

      I'm not, it just sounds good

    • B.

      I have peers/colleagues/acquaintances that work for themselves

    • C.

      I've worked independently in the past, but not regularly

    • D.

      I've worked independently frequently in the past

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  • 5. 

    What life stage best suits you?

    • A.

      I'm less financially dependent than I used to be, I have some flexibility

    • B.

      I'm completely financially independent

    • C.

      I need to work to live

    Rate this question:

  • 6. 

    How do you think others view you in your trade?

    • A.

      I'm one of the best at what I do

    • B.

      I'm above average

    • C.

      I'm in the middle of the pack

    • D.

      I'm still learning

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  • 7. 

    How prevelant are independent consultants in your field?

    • A.

      There are many independent consultants

    • B.

      I've never heard of any independents in my line of work

    • C.

      There are some independents in my industry

    Rate this question:

  • 8. 

    How would you describe your online presence?

    • A.

      I'm well connected on LinkedIn and other social networks and update these sites weekly

    • B.

      I'm on LinkedIn, but only visit the site every few months

    • C.

      I have my own website

    • D.

      I have no online presence. Social media intimidates me.

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  • 9. 

    How often do you attend networking events, or talk about work during social events?

    • A.

      As often as possible

    • B.

      At least once a month

    • C.

      Rarely, I don't enjoy interacting with people I don't know

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  • 10. 

    How often to you read industry news?

    • A.

      Everyday

    • B.

      A few times a week

    • C.

      When I'm bored, so not often

    • D.

      I contribute articles to new sites

    Rate this question:

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