Become an Independent Consultant
Freedom to Lead. Working With Likeminded People.
Be Independent, Not Alone. At Accelerate Performance, we partner with exceptional business professionals who have been there, done it and delivered results. You bring real-world experience. We provide the brand, tools and network to help you build a thriving independent consulting business.
What should you be charging?
Before you talk to us, work out your standard day rate, price a real project and see the return your client would get. It takes about 5 minutes, and the numbers are yours to keep.
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Building Your Trust-Based Consulting Practice: Accelerate Performance Partner Guide
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The Freedom of Independence.
The Strength of an Established Firm.
Most consultants work hard to win great clients, deliver impact and stay relevant. Doing all three alone can be tough. That's where we come in.
Accelerate Performance combines the freedom of independence with the strength of an established firm. You keep full control of your client work and your time, while gaining access to our proven consulting frameworks, operational support and a community of like-minded professionals.
When you join, you'll:
Work with ambitious organisations that value practical expertise, not theory
Build your consulting business under a respected brand
Access the infrastructure, marketing and tools that help you succeed faster
Connect with peers who collaborate, share insight and open doors
What Makes Us Different?
We believe the best consultants are business practitioners first. You've led teams, delivered change and navigated commercial realities. You understand the pressure leaders face and the importance of measurable outcomes.
Our clients trust us because every consultant in our network brings substance, credibility and a results-driven mindset.
Accelerate Performance offers a partnership, not a hierarchy. You keep your independence, choose your projects and grow your portfolio with confidence, knowing you are backed by a business with a strong reputation and professional systems that work.
Accelerate Consulting Performance
The independent consultant's blueprint
Ralph's guide to building, running and growing an independent consulting practice. It draws on his own move from salaried leadership roles to running Accelerate Performance (AP) Ltd, and on conversations with leading consultants, to set out the systems, habits and decisions that turn an independent operator into a trusted adviser.
- Making the move from a salaried role: what to do, and when
- Positioning and pricing, including how to set your charge rates
- Winning work and building relationships so it keeps coming
- Delivering with confidence, then growing a practice that lasts
Setting your rates? Try our free day rate calculator.
Highly recommended
"I really wish I'd had this book to hand when I set up my own consulting practise! … this book lays out in clear, direct style what you need to do and when, not just for the initial set up but also what to do to go on and build a sustainable practise. … I can't recommend this book highly enough if you are starting down this path, so that you make the right decisions early on."
A must read for all sales professionals and consultants
"So well written, easy to read and fundamental principles that we should all live by … a great book for anyone entering into their career in sales and consulting to get a blue print for success. Well done Ralph, a subject that is difficult to make a compelling read of, you have managed it so effectively."
What You'll Gain
The Benefits of Partnership
Join a network that values expertise, collaboration, and delivering real results.
High-Value Opportunities
Work with respected companies on transformation, strategy, leadership and performance projects that make a visible impact.
Business Support
Gain access to robust back-office operations, marketing materials, and proven methodologies so you can focus on delivering results, not admin.
Peer Community
Join a network of experienced professionals who share insight, refer work and collaborate on major engagements.
Professional Credibility
Leverage a recognised business that enhances your profile, helping you stand out in a crowded market.
Flexibility That Fits You
Work when and how you choose. Whether you want a full portfolio of projects or to balance select assignments with other priorities, you set your pace.
What We're Looking For
Independent Consultants Who Share Our Values
We welcome independent consultants who bring real experience and a commitment to results.
Have senior leadership or operational experience and a strong track record of delivery
Value autonomy but appreciate the power of working within a collaborative network
Are commercially minded and outcome-focused
Want to grow their consulting business with trusted support and a respected name behind them
The Process
How It Works
Joining our network is straightforward. Here's what to expect.
Initial Conversation
We'll have an informal chat to understand your background, expertise, and what you're looking for.
Mutual Fit Assessment
We'll discuss how your skills align with our client needs and explore potential collaboration opportunities.
Onboarding
If it's a good fit, we'll get you set up with our tools, processes, and introduce you to the team. We'll also send you a link to a short explainer video with tips on how to get up and running quickly and effectively.
Project Matching
As opportunities arise that match your expertise, we'll discuss them with you and bring you onto suitable projects.