As the business landscape continues to shift towards digital-first solutions, many traditional consultants are facing a pivotal question: Am I equipped for the future? The answer lies in embracing the digital consulting space—a thriving, flexible, and lucrative career path. At conXhub.com, we work with professionals just like you to help facilitate this transition with the right tools, starting with something as foundational as a virtual number.
Step 1: Understand the Digital Consulting Opportunity
Digital consulting encompasses everything from remote strategy implementation and virtual project management to digital marketing and data-driven analysis. It empowers consultants to serve clients globally without geographical constraints, expanding reach and revenue potential. For traditional consultants, this means moving away from in-person engagements and towards scalable, online-based services.
Step 2: Assess Your Current Skill Set
Before making the leap, take an honest inventory of your skills. Which of your competencies translate seamlessly into a digital setting? Are you experienced in communications, business strategy, operations, or client engagement? Then ask yourself: which of these can be executed remotely—with the right digital tools and platforms?
Tip: If you’ve held lengthy client calls, managed spreadsheets, presented via Zoom, or led teams remotely—you’re already halfway there.
Step 3: Choose the Right Digital Tools
Technology is the engine behind every successful digital consultant. Start by acquiring the basics:
- Project management tools (like Trello or Asana)
- Communication platforms (e.g., Slack, Microsoft Teams)
- CRM solutions to track and engage clients
- And most importantly, a virtual number to manage client communications professionally.
With conXhub, you can obtain multiple virtual numbers to separate work and personal communication, port your existing number, and maintain a local presence no matter where your clients are. It’s more than just a number—it’s your professional identity in the digital world.
Step 4: Build or Redefine Your Online Presence
Now that you’re equipped with the tools, it’s time to look the part. Update your LinkedIn profile, create a professional website or landing page, and define your niche clearly. Whether you focus on B2B strategy or digital transformation, clarity helps potential clients understand the value you bring.
Pro Tip: Use your virtual number across all channels for consistent branding and better client response rates.
Step 5: Start Networking Digitally
Forget traditional conferences and cold calls; modern networking happens online. Join industry-specific groups on LinkedIn, engage in enlightening conversations, and connect with other digital professionals. Start publishing thought leadership content to demonstrate your insights, tagging your virtual number or contact details for interested leads.
Step 6: Offer Value Before Selling
Digital consultants who thrive often lead with value. Whether that’s a free audit, an insightful newsletter, or a 15-minute strategy call, offering something upfront can build trust quickly. Once they see your expertise, converting leads into paid clients becomes much easier.
Step 7: Streamline Your Operations
One of the major advantages of using conXhub for your digital consultancy is the ability to operate efficiently. With features like:
- Call routing to multiple devices
- Analytics on communication data
- Customised voicemail and call settings
…you can deliver a corporate-level experience with the flexibility of a solo consultant.
Step 8: Scale Strategically
As your digital consultancy grows, so will your need to expand services, teams, and communication strategies. With our wide range of capabilities—including adding multiple virtual numbers in different regions, call tracking, and client-support setup—scaling becomes smarter and simpler.
Digital consulting isn’t just the future—it’s the now. And with the right approach, the journey from traditional to digital can be incredibly rewarding.
Ready to take the first step into digital consulting? Contact us for a demo and discover how a conXhub virtual number can be your launchpad into the digital consulting world.
