Talent Resources

Is it The Great Resignation, The Great Reshuffle, or just The Great Wait? Dig into today’s most superlative workforce trends.

Getting started on new projects with new clients can be daunting. Read what five independent experts in the BTG marketplace do to excel here.

Digital overload can take a serious toll on your personal and work life. Lessen the negative effects with these strategies for consultants.

In today’s world of remote work, pandemic-related stress, and economic fluctuation, mental and physical health all too often take a backseat to more seemingly urgent matters. Earlier this year, a...

For independent talent, investing the time to understand TikTok best practices and establishing yourself on the platform could pay off in time.

Virtual presentation skills have become an essential skill for independent consultants. Here are 10 tips to help you master presenting virtually.

A few years ago, I was chatting with a classmate from my Chicago Booth MBA program, and she told me about the work she was doing as an “independent consultant.” I had no idea what an independent...

BTG's fourth annual index chronicles the most sought-after independent talent skills leveraged by global companies to address critical projects in the current K-shaped economic recovery.

Networking is key for independent talent in an increasingly remote world. Try these tips to build connections through virtual networking.

The need for independent consulting to accelerate business growth is greater than ever. See why today's top talent are choosing project-based work.

Video interviews are a crucial part of an independent professional’s career. Try these video interview tips to make a great first impression.

Securing buy-in from key stakeholders is an art—and critical to ensuring a project’s success. Try these tips to collaborate effectively.

Mistakes are inevitable anytime you’re starting a new venture. Beware of these five common mistakes new consultants make.

Setting up a strong financial foundation is a critical step for new consultants. Here are six financial best practices for consultants to focus on.

One of the best ways to grow your consulting revenue is through repeat business. Try these 5 client retention tips to turn one-off gigs into recurring work.

Succeeding as an independent talent requires a steady pipeline of projects in your niche. Try these tips for project selection and pipeline management.

We designated the month of September “Wellness Month” at Business Talent Group (BTG). One of the driving reasons for my joining BTG just about a year ago was the organization’s core values, which...

Finding consulting clients can be challenging, but if you take the right actions, you can build a repeatable process to get clients and do work that's meaningful to you.

Workforces throughout the U.S. are engaging independent talent more than ever before, and likely will continue to do so when COVID-19 is behind us.