051. More Than You Wanted to Know About Salesforce Consulting
Description
You may know him as the LinkedIn guru, but Jordan Nelson is also well-established in the ecosystem as a Salesforce Consulting expert. Whether you're interested in freelancing or not, understanding what Salesforce customers need and how consultants meet those needs is a great way to step up your Salesforce game. Stay tuned as we discuss the ins and outs of becoming your own boss, a better way to build your online network, and how owning a business can shape an entirely new lifestyle for you (thanks, tax write-offs!)
To learn more about Jordan or to book a call with the man himself, be sure to check him out on LinkedIn or visit his consultancy, Simple Salesforce.
Handy Timestamps:
5:30 : Jordan gives us a rundown of his Salesforce origin story.
11:50 : At what point did Jordan decide to jump from full-time to his own thing?
17:00 : Brad gives his take on the key things you need to succeed in switching over to independent consulting.
21:00 : Jordan advises on how to stack the odds in your favor and take full advantage of your opportunities.
25:00 : We give some key tips for building authentic relationships with people online.
33:00 : Jordan explains what counted as wins for him when switching to independent consulting and the new things he's gained.
42:00 : Brad and Joran discuss the finer pros of owning your own business, including the multipliers for selling, healthcare, and retirement plans.
47:00 : Jordan shares some hard lessons he's had to learn along the way.
Links and Resources:
Salesforce For Everyone Facebook Group