Advantages and Challenges
Advantage #1 – The Experience of the Consulting Staff
When an individual buys our consulting package, she purchases the years of experience and the proven methods of a successful system tried and tested. One client expressed it this way: “What I have learned from the training program was worth ten times what I paid for the service.” In any new business, much time and money are spent in trial and error. A proven consulting & training program may eliminate many of the start-up problems. This reasoning permits one to open a new or expand an existing business with little or no previous experience in a given industry."
Advantage #2 – Training
The Atir consulting & training system will provide training for the new owner and her staff. This is usually done at the home office and at the owner’s place of business. This training should prepare the owner in all facets of the business.
Advantage #3 – Buying and Advertising
Most small business people cannot afford to inventory products in bulk or do extensive advertising. Our client have the opportunity to purchase through our corporate office and learn about advertisign opportunities available to startup businesses. We are also able to recommend joint advertising with other clients. This can be a tremendous advertising advantage.
Advantage #4 – Ongoing Advice, Research, and Development
Business owners need assistance throughout the term of their business endeavors. The Atir consulting experts can give this needed help in all aspects of the business. We are also in a position to provide on-going research and development. Thus, new products and services will be brought to the attention of the business owner.
Advantage #5 – Business Synergy
The word “synergy” refers to the idea that the sum of the whole is greater than the separate parts. This principle can be applied to our consulting services. Those who purchase our consulting package become part of our family where we work together for the success of your business. Often, some of the most effective ideas come from our clients that in turn share their ideas with us and other clients.
Challenges
Challenge #1 – Working Within the System
People who have difficulty following directions or who dislike working within a system may find other consulting services extremely frustrating. Conformity to the Atir Natural Nail Care System is important but we will customize our consulting and training to meet your individual needs and likes.
Challenge #2 – The Risk
While it is true that purchasing a consulting package for an existing system has less risk than starting an independent business, there are still risks. Because you own the business, you determine the success of your venture. Atir Consulting & Training may have a great program and a respected name, but in the final analysis much of the risk in your hands.
Challenge #3 – False Expectations
Some people enter a new business expecting instant success. Perhaps the reason some expect this is the tremendous success achieved by some similar companies in the area or lesewere. However, this success did not come without hard work and great effort. Starting a new busines with a consulting company, like any other business, requires tremendous time, initiative and industry. Obtain from the business owner as realistic a picture as possible as to what is required in operating that particular level of success.
Challenge #4 – Managing the Business
Some individuals are more prepared to manage a business than others. They have some business experience and have learned to get along well with people. Other individuals may find that managing a business is a tremendous burden. You must honestly assess your preparation to run a business. If you find that you have little or no experience, you may want to seek special assistant from the us in business management.
