Episode #164 What's Actually Working in Consulting in 2026

Overview

In this episode of Public Health Entrepreneurs, Dr. Charlotte H. Huntley dives into the shifting landscape of consulting and reveals the strategies that are driving real success in 2026. If you are feeling spread too thin or overwhelmed by elaborate technology, this episode is your guide to pivoting toward what actually converts. Dr. Huntley breaks down why simplifying your systems, claiming clear positioning, and focusing on authentic relationships are the true keys to thriving as a consultant today.

Takeaways

• Niching Down for Success: Discover why clear positioning completely outperforms broad expertise, and why you must be able to articulate exactly what you do and who you serve.

• The Power of Confidence: Learn why how you talk about your consulting services and the enthusiasm you lead with matters just as much as your actual offer.

• Relationships Over Content: Understand why building genuine, authentic relationships is currently winning the game over simply posting visibility content online.

• Simplify Your Systems: Find out why basic systems like a simple CRM, follow-up process, and clear offer are far more effective than complex, elaborate tech funnels.

• Test Your Pitch: Hear why it is essential to get real feedback on your approach and practice your positioning rather than launching in isolation.

• Consulting Clarity Mastermind: Get the details on Dr. Huntley's new live virtual mastermind designed to provide personalized guidance, hot seat coaching, and peer feedback.
  

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Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been in public health consulting or other type of business for a while, we provide support for public health entrepreneurs through our podcast and mastermind group program. We serve public health entrepreneurs in South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and California as well as other parts of the United States and worldwide.