Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in consultancy but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Mayer Levitt, President of Jodena Consulting, located in Providence, RI, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
Dental management consultant. My customers are very successful dentists who have reached a plateau and need coaching help in order to get to "the next level."
Tell us about yourself
I grew a large general practice in Providence, RI. I retired from clinical dentistry at age 55 and started my consulting business. Today - I am 82 years old - and still working almost full time - and loving it. I teach dentists about the business side of their practice. I don't teach dentists how to do root canals - but having done thousands - I can speak their language.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
A wonderful feeling of pride knowing that I have helped so many people over these past 26 years. I have developed so many long-standing relationships with my clients - many stretching out over 15-20 years!
What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?
I honestly never think about that question. It doesn't seem to apply.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
My advice here relates to the business of Consulting and Coaching.
- Identify your target market.
- Develop a "problem-focused" solution - not a standard cookie cutter program that may not be applicable.
- Then, develop a strategy for growth. Once you have solved the initial problem - people will have confidence that you can help them with other issues.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://www.jodena.com/
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3OeB1oY
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