Turning Pain into Profit


Hi there Reader,

Ever felt like you're in a never-ending loop of chasing goals?

Let me share a snippet from my world:

My recent focus:

Snagging those elusive high-ticket consulting clients.

For weeks, my cycle has been:

  • Cold Outreach
  • Sales Calls
  • Proposals

Post Thanksgiving, though, I found myself with throbbing abdominal pain...

But let's pivot to you...

What's causing your professional discomfort?

In the consulting and creator realms, it's a labyrinth of decisions:

  • Pinning down your offer.
  • Identifying your ideal client.
  • Crafting a Unique Selling Proposition that resonates.

Nailing these is just the first hurdle.

Next up?

Generating viable leads.

And here's where the landscape gets interesting.

There are countless avenues to explore:

  • Email.
  • Paid ads.
  • Warm leads.
  • Strategic Cold DMs.
  • Cutting-edge automation tools.

But the looming questions remains:

  • Which path to tread?
  • How to execute it effectively?

Not long ago, I was paddling in similar waters until I settled on LinkedIn outreach.

After a bit of thinking, strategizing, and executing profile views skyrocketed.

  • A surge in calls.
  • Valuable feedback.
  • Increased traction with the right audience.

And then that pain hit...

Despite the abdominal turmoil, I persevered: believing I had everything under control.

But as the pain intensified, it took a trip to urgent care to unearth the solution.

Here's the catch

Often, the answer lies right before us, masked in layers of routine and perseverance.

It's about pausing, reassessing, and aligning our efforts with effective strategies.

Ready to unravel the mysteries of lead generation and position your offer irresistibly?

Let's dive into a strategy session and transform those pain points into power moves.

Book a call - and let's tailor a plan that aligns with your unique consulting aspirations.

As a special incentive, I'm offering a considerable discount for new clients... aiming to gather some rave testimonials.

Looking forward to connecting and helping you navigate the complexities of the consulting world.

Best,

Mike O’Connor

P.S. Intrigued by my journey and how I merged LinkedIn outreach with high-impact strategies?

Let's explore this on our call. Your consulting journey awaits.

Hi, I'm Mike!

With 17 years of insider experience, I specialize in enhancing university operations and strategic planning through innovative, data-driven solutions. Receive succinct, powerful insights on using analytics and artificial intelligence to streamline operations, increase ROI, and make informed strategic decisions. Ideal for C-suite aiming to do more with less and navigate the complexities of modern higher education.

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