{"id":13963,"date":"2018-11-20T15:33:32","date_gmt":"2018-11-20T15:33:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.qcdesignschool.com\/?p=13963"},"modified":"2018-11-20T15:33:32","modified_gmt":"2018-11-20T15:33:32","slug":"avoid-these-4-consultation-mistakes-all-rookie-color-consultants-make","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2018\/11\/avoid-these-4-consultation-mistakes-all-rookie-color-consultants-make","title":{"rendered":"Avoid These 4 Consultation Mistakes ALL Rookie Color Consultants Make"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]<em>Professional Color Consultant, owner of\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.spiraldesignsinc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Spiral Design Color Consulting<\/a>, and QC Design School tutor\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/tutors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Christina Kittelstad<\/a>\u00a0is a force to be reckoned with. With over 18 years of experience, Christina is the go-to guru for advice on building and advancing a career in the color consulting industry.<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][vc_column_text]You did it! You decided to take the leap and become a color consultant. You\u2019ve done the work, received <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/online-courses\/color-consultant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">professional color consultant training<\/a> and are ready to do what you love!\n\nDo you feel equally excited and anxious? Are you wondering if you\u2019re truly ready to be a color consultant professional? Let me ease your mind. You ARE ready, but there are some rookie mistakes that all color consultants make. Don\u2019t fret! With a little planning and focus, these mistakes can easily be avoided.\n\nLet\u2019s dive into them!\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2018\/11\/avoid-these-4-consultation-mistakes-all-rookie-color-consultants-make\/#Mistake_1_Working_Alone\" >Mistake #1: Working Alone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2018\/11\/avoid-these-4-consultation-mistakes-all-rookie-color-consultants-make\/#Mistake_2_Saying_%E2%80%9CYes%E2%80%9D_To_Every_Project\" >Mistake #2: Saying \u201cYes\u201d To Every Project<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2018\/11\/avoid-these-4-consultation-mistakes-all-rookie-color-consultants-make\/#Mistake_3_Undercharging_for_Your_Color_Consulting_Services\" >Mistake #3: Undercharging for Your Color Consulting Services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2018\/11\/avoid-these-4-consultation-mistakes-all-rookie-color-consultants-make\/#Mistake_4_Not_Marketing_Your_Design_Business_Seriously\" >Mistake #4: Not Marketing Your Design Business Seriously<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2018\/11\/avoid-these-4-consultation-mistakes-all-rookie-color-consultants-make\/#Do_What_You_Do_Best\" >Do What You Do Best<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mistake_1_Working_Alone\"><\/span>Mistake #1: Working Alone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nIf you want people to know about you and the amazing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/2017\/08\/add-color-consulting-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">color services<\/a> you offer, you <em>must <\/em>network. It really is that simple. Every color consultant needs to connect with potential business partners, mentors, suppliers, and other consultants. At the very least, you need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/2018\/10\/christina-kittelstad-5-ways-to-get-and-keep-amazing-color-consultant-clients-part-1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">reach out to your local painters<\/a> and discuss partnership opportunities.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;13965&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]Networking will generate potential business partnerships, new projects and a support system. It\u2019s an opportunity to cultivate important relationships while staying on top of current industry trends. If networking scares you, think of it as an opportunity for you to practice discussing your services in a professional and concise way. Eventually, you\u2019ll be able to easily and effortlessly speak with any potential client!\n\nBe brave enough to stand out. Ask questions and learn from others who have knowledge to share with you. Connect online, join design groups, attend events or volunteer. Who knows, you might actually have fun doing it\u2014don\u2019t forget those business cards!\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mistake_2_Saying_%E2%80%9CYes%E2%80%9D_To_Every_Project\"><\/span>Mistake #2: Saying \u201cYes\u201d To Every Project<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nThis one is huge! When color consultants first start out, they want <em>all<\/em> the clients, \u00a0projects, and opportunities. While it\u2019s exciting to explore your possibilities, this is a surefire way to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/2016\/10\/design-entrepreneurs-guide-avoiding-burnout\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">burn out<\/a>!\n\nTo ensure you bring your best to your business, get specific! Who do you <em>really<\/em> enjoy working with? What type of client fits with <em>your<\/em> unique skill set and design style? Focus on that client and don\u2019t stress about the rest.\n\nThe projects you do receive will be much more successful because of your focus. Knowing your ideal client allows you to say \u201cyes\u201d to clients more easily when you know they\u2019re a perfect fit, and to say \u201cno\u201d when they are not. You <em>cannot<\/em> please everyone, but you <em>can<\/em> thoroughly impress your ideal clients, and they will refer you.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;13969&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mistake_3_Undercharging_for_Your_Color_Consulting_Services\"><\/span>Mistake #3: Undercharging for Your Color Consulting Services<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nYou\u2019ve had a few successful clients so far. You\u2019re nervous that other seasoned color consultants have more experience than you, yet you really want clients to say yes to working with you. Rookie color consultants tend to undercharge and over-promise. Big mistake!\n\nLack of confidence will kill a project faster than anything else. Own your skillset and charge accordingly. You must recognize the value that only your unique skill set and style can offer.\n\nResearch and compare what other local color consultants are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/2018\/06\/design-services-charging-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">charging for their services<\/a>. Use that information to create a fee structure you can be confident in. Before starting any project, ensure your clients sign an iron-clad, one-page contract. This will prevent any issues or resentment that can pop up on a project, and you will be motivated to always go above and beyond.\n\nWhen a rookie color consultant wants a project to be successful, they tend to say \u201cyes\u201d to client requests, even when they are unreasonable. Instead, they should be saying \u201cno\u201d or negotiating a higher or additional fee. Owning your process and setting up projects to meet your needs while going beyond your client\u2019s expectations creates a win-win outcome, every time![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;13967&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mistake_4_Not_Marketing_Your_Design_Business_Seriously\"><\/span>Mistake #4: Not Marketing Your Design Business Seriously<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nFinding new clients and amazing color projects requires taking marketing seriously. Rookie color consultants don\u2019t pay enough attention to this! Make the time. Spend the money. Get the data!\n\nCreate a marketing budget however small, and find out where your ideal clients are spending their time. Don\u2019t underestimate the power of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/2016\/01\/the-busy-design-pros-guide-to-social-media-where-should-you-focus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">social media as an important marketing tool<\/a>. Focusing a marketing campaign on social media is extremely important, whether it\u2019s using videos, posts, blogs, or groups to spread the word. Clients will rarely come to you, so you must go to them.\n\nThink like your clients and consider what they want. What gets them excited? What\u2019s important to them? Stand out of the crowd rather than trying to fit in. Do YOU! If you\u2019re consistent with your marketing campaign, you will be successful.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;13966&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_What_You_Do_Best\"><\/span>Do What You Do Best<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nToday is the perfect day to make a plan for your business that will help you become successful in the many years to come. By giving some attention to the points above, you can avoid these rookie mistakes, and save so much time and money. Remember why you decided to become a color consultant and don\u2019t forget to enjoy your work. Your clients will notice, and every project will be a raving success!\n\nWhat other rookie mistakes did we miss? Let us know in a comment![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3 align=\"center\"><em>Want corporate clients? 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