When people in the business world talk about consultant work and the role of consultants in their industries, many of them speak negatively about the profession.

The Millennial Generation, which is otherwise known as Generation Y, is going to have a huge impact on business and the economy in the coming years. This generation has begun to enter the workforce in large numbers, and soon they will dominate the business world.

As the corporate world continues to change, evolve and recover from the economic collapse of 2008, more and more people seem to be dissatisfied with the new realities of business.

Now that 2014 is here, we're starting to put some distance between the present day and the global economic crisis that began in 2008. Although some companies continue to feel the effects of the financial meltdown, many have emerged stronger than ever.

Are you ready for a new career? If so, you're probably going through the process of examining all of your options. The corporate world might have some appeal to you because you've been working there your whole life.

When we talk about leadership, we're really talking about leading people. Unfortunately, some leaders have lost sight of this concept, even if they insist that people are their organizations' greatest assets.

A lot of people might shy away from consulting as a career choice because they feel like they don't have the proper personality for the profession. The conventional wisdom says that you need to be bold, sociable and outgoing to find consulting jobs.

When people think about consulting, they don't always conjure a positive image. To some people, consultants are the people who are brought into an organization when layoffs are just around the corner.

Are you getting ready for a career change that will bring you into the world of consulting? If so, you need to be able to show potential clients what you have to offer in terms of your skills, abilities, talents and knowledge.

It's no secret that I think consulting is a tremendous option for those who are seeking alternatives to work in the traditional, corporate realm. As I've written before, the corporate world has changed considerably over the last several years.