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8 Things You Need to Do in the First 90 Days of Launching Your Consulting Business
Inc. · February 11, 2026
““At most consulting firms, you’ll spend 80 percent of your day in Excel and PowerPoint.” — Namaan Mian, COO, Management Consulted”
Inc. cited Management Consulted COO Namaan Mian in its guide to launching a successful consulting business, highlighting strong Excel and PowerPoint skills as foundational capabilities for consultants. The article positions technical proficiency alongside networking, pricing, client targeting, and niche development as key priorities for new consulting firms.