Business Consulting

Entity Structuring

Every business is unique, with its own set of goals, challenges, and operational nuances. This individuality makes it crucial to choose a business entity structure that aligns with specific needs and objectives. Engaging a CPA to assess your individual situation ensures that you receive expert guidance tailored to your business’s particular circumstances.  More About Entity Structuring

Business Valuations

Business valuation services offered by CPA firms play a pivotal role in unlocking value, fostering transparency, and facilitating informed decision-making for businesses and stakeholders. By leveraging their expertise, methodologies, and strategic insights, CPA firms empower clients to navigate complex financial challenges, seize opportunities for growth, and achieve their long-term objectives.  More About Business Valuations

Mergers & Acquisitions

Our Merger and Acquisition Assistance services encompass a wide range of strategic and tactical support, designed to address every aspect of the M&A process. From initial due diligence and deal structuring to negotiation, documentation, and post-merger integration, we offer comprehensive assistance at every stage of the transaction lifecycle.  More About Mergers & Acquisitions

Review & Compilation

As your business grows, it may become necessary to review or compile your financial statements. Lenders, investors, and other external stakeholders may ask for them so they can learn more about your business. You may need these reports for internal evaluations. More About Review & Compilation

Buy / Sell Agreements

A buy/sell agreement is a crucial legal document that outlines the process for reallocating an owner’s share of a business if they pass away or leave the business for any reason. This agreement is essential for business continuity, preventing disputes among owners, and ensuring the business operates smoothly under any circumstance. More About Buy / Sell Agreements

Business Consulting FAQ

There are a lot of gray areas in the consulting business. It’s such a vague field that many people may not know exactly what they do. There are several types of consultants. So even if you have some idea of what they do, you may still have a lot of questions. Bringing in a business consultant can be helpful to a lot of companies, but you need to know what that person does and how he or she can help your business.

Here are some common questions people ask about business consulting.

What is a business consultant?

A business consultant is someone who offers expert advice and guidance to businesses so they can improve their performance, solve problems, and achieve their goals. They have in-depth knowledge and experience in specific areas (such as strategy, operations, finance, marketing, and human resources).

Some of the responsibilities of a business consultant can include the following:
– Evaluating business processes and identifying areas for improvement.
– Developing strategies for improving efficiency and profitability.
– Offering expert advice on specific challenges.
– Implementing new business models or techniques.

If you’re not sure if you need a business consultant, you should reach out to us so we can discuss your specific needs.

What are the benefits of a business consulting service?

Hiring a business consulting agency can come with a number of benefits. Some of them include the following:

Expert Insights — You will have access to industry knowledge and expertise that may not be available in-house.

Objective Perspective — You will get unbiased advice that can help you see issues and opportunities more clearly.

Time and Resource Savings — You can focus on your core business while the consultant deals with specific challenges.

Strategic Planning — You can develop and implement strategies that align with your long-term goals.

Small and medium-sized businesses can benefit from business consulting services, because they generally lack the internal resources to handle complex business issues more effectively.

How much does it cost to hire a business consultant?

The cost of hiring a business consulting agency can vary according to many factors (such as the scope of the project, the consultant’s experience, and the industry). Some of the common pricing structures include the following:

– Hourly rates.
– Project-based fees.
– Retainer agreements.

It’s important to understand how the costs are calculated and what’s included in them. Be sure to ask for a detailed breakdown to make sure you get the best value for your investment.

What’s the difference between a business consultant and a business coach?

While they both have the same goal (which is to improve the performance of a business), their approaches and focuses are different. Consultants offer expert advice on various business process and strategies. They also focus on solving specific business problems. They take a more “hands on approach,” because they play a role in implementing specific solutions.

Coaches focus more on personal development and leadership skills. They can help business leaders gain more confidence and improve their decision-making ability. They focus more on support and mentorship instead of coming up with solutions.

What should I look for in a business consultant?

Entrepreneurs and business owners are more likely to take risks, but they don’t always ask for help when they need it (even if it can help them get an outside perspective). If you’re thinking about hiring a business consultant, you should look for the following qualities:

Good character and ethics — You want to hire a professional who will always work toward the best interests of their clients. A good business consultant will tell you the truth regardless of how unpleasant it may be, because hearing it will help you fix specific problems.

Experience — The person you hire for business consulting should have experience in dealing with issues in your company that must be addressed. This can include opportunities for growth, challenges to overcome, and necessary changes.

A history of creative problem solving — A good business consultant can come up with creative solutions to any problem while also having strong analytical skills.

Great communication skills — Being able to communicate with clients (either in person or in writing) is one of the most important skills for a good business consultant, but so is his or her ability to listen to clients and their needs.

If you’re looking for one of the best business consulting firms in Corpus Christi, be sure to get in touch with Jennings & Hawley. We have an experienced team who would be happy to speak with you about your specific needs!

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