Business Foundations for Breastfeeding Consultants

You have the expertise in lactation and infant feeding, but struggle to translate that knowledge into a stable, profitable consultation business. Many skilled professionals find the transition from practitioner to business owner challenging. By the end of this course, you will understand the essential business principles required to manage a professional service, implement a clear sales strategy, and establish repeatable processes for client acquisition and retention. What you'll learn: * Understand the core business definitions, legal structures, and essential foundational steps for starting a consultation service. * Define your ideal client, niche expertise, and competitive pricing strategy for various service packages. * Apply modern digital marketing fundamentals, including establishing an effective professional online presence. * Develop a robust client intake and relationship management process to ensure high satisfaction and repeat business. * Master the 10-step sales framework designed specifically for service-based health professionals. * Practice essential professional communication and boundary setting techniques for sustainable consulting work. The course begins by establishing foundational business terminology and ethical considerations, then moves step-by-step through setting up your service offerings, marketing channels, and the structured sales process. This course is designed for breastfeeding consultants, lactation professionals, doulas, nurses, and other healthcare providers who are new to running their own independent consultation practice. No prior business or sales experience is required. Start building your thriving consultation business today.