Episode 206 – Choosing the Best Lead Generation Strategy For Your Consulting Business Phase

Generating high-quality leads is one of the biggest challenges (and opportunities) for independent consultants. But what if your approach to lead generation isn’t working because it doesn’t align with where your business is right now?

In this episode, Melisa dives into the key to sustainable and repeatable lead generation—tailoring your strategy to the phase of your consulting business. She walks through the best approaches for different business stages, shares real-world examples, and calls out common mistakes that could be holding you back.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clear roadmap to refine your lead generation strategy so you can attract the right clients and create a steady pipeline of opportunities.

If you’re looking for practical steps to improve your lead generation and grow your consulting business, this episode is packed with actionable insights.

Tune in now and start building a lead generation system that works for you!

Choosing the Best Strategy

Commit to one lead generation strategy that aligns with your current business phase. Melisa explains the key criteria for selecting the right approach and cautions that using multiple methods will dilute your efforts. Once chosen, implement the strategy, track the results, and adjust as needed to ensure it’s working effectively for your business.

Mistakes to Avoid

Lead generation doesn’t have to be complicated; it needs to be effective. Melisa highlights some common mistakes consultants make, like always trying to do the smartest thing or jumping into advanced strategies before mastering the basics. Sticking only to what feels most comfortable can limit growth, and not understanding what’s “enough” can lead to burnout. 

Get Inspired by Real-Life Examples

Effective lead generation strategies can work at any stage of business, from launching to scaling. Melisa shares real-life examples that illustrate how consultants have successfully built sustainable lead generation systems. She provides guiding questions to help you determine the most efficient and effective strategies for your business. The goal is to simplify the process, making lead generation manageable, not overcomplicated, time-consuming, or confusing. 

🔗 Companion Resource: Grow Your Consulting Business: The 14-Step Roadmap to Make Your Independent Consulting Goals a Reality. Click here to download the first three chapters.

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