The Consultancy Edge
The Consultancy Edge is a fortnightly podcast hosted by Matt Hodkinson, where he interviews thought leaders, clients and influencers in the consultancy space. The show focuses on providing actionable insights, unique perspectives and strategies that help consultants and business leaders differentiate themselves and stay ahead of the curve.
The Consultancy Edge
Ep. 5 - Consulting skills and balancing business with life, with Deri Hughes
In this episode, I speak with Deri Hughes, founder of Honeycomb Consulting Skills Training, as we explore the importance of continuously developing your consultancy team's skills. Deri shares his fascinating journey from his early days at Bain, through the boutique consulting world, to building his own business. We also dive into how he balances the demanding world of consulting with family life, offering valuable insights on resilience, work-life balance and building trust with clients.
We also explore key themes like building trust with clients, maintaining work-life boundaries, and the art of business development in boutique consultancies. Deri offers practical advice on avoiding the pitfalls of over-reliance on slide decks and the power of strong scoping documents to ensure smooth client engagements. His thoughtful insights on the intersection of business, family and personal well-being make this a must-listen for consultants at any stage in their careers.
Don't miss this chance to learn from Deri’s wealth of experience and discover how to build resilience in your consultancy while delivering real client impact.