TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR FUTUREYour Guide to a Successful HR Consulting BusinessThe world of work has evolved, and with it, many HR professionals are re-evaluating their careers. More than ever, people are stepping away from the constraints of corporate life in pursuit of flexibility, freedom, and greater control over their future.
Making the
leap into HR consulting® is exciting—but without the right guidance, it can feel overwhelming. You might be filled with ambition, yet held back by fears, uncertainty, or conflicting advice.
This book is your essential companion—offering a
practical, step-by-step roadmap to launching and growing a thriving HR consultancy. Packed with insider tips, expert knowledge, and my proven
5 Cs methodology, it will help you confidently navigate your journey.
You’ll discover how to:- Define what truly matters to you and build a business aligned with your values
- Identify and attract your ideal clients
- Market your business effectively and secure paying clients
- Unlock income growth through collaboration and smart business strategies
- Work smarter—not harder—as a successful consultant
The
first edition of
Leap into HR Consulting® was a
Finalist in the Business Book Awards and an
Amazon Best Seller, helping to launch
over 500 HR consulting businesses worldwide. This updated edition builds on that legacy—bringing fresh insights, updated tools, and even more inspiration.
With over 30 years of consulting experience,
Sarah Hamilton-Gill FCIPD shares an honest, personal, and often witty perspective on the highs and lows of consulting. From starting in a spare room to building a seven-figure business, Sarah delivers
real-world advice,
candid insights, and
hard-won lessons that have helped hundreds of consultants succeed.
This is more than a book—it’s a game-changer for HR professionals ready to take the leap and create a business that works on their terms.Your future is in your hands. Are you ready to make the leap?
Sarah Hamilton-Gill FCIPD is a multi-award-winning consultant, business mentor, and one of the UK's leading experts in helping HR professionals transition from corporate roles into successful consulting careers. With over 30 years of experience in HR and business consulting, Sarah has supported thousands of individuals and organisations through transformation, growth, and change.She is the founder of Leap into HR Consulting(R), a proven framework that has helped over 500 people worldwide launch and grow their own HR consulting businesses. Her work has earned her recognition as one of the HR Most Influential Thinkers and a Finalist at the Business Book Awards for the first edition of this book, which also became an Amazon Best Seller.Sarah is a Fellow of the CIPD, a seasoned speaker, and the host of a top-rated podcast. Her mission is to empower HR professionals-especially women over 40-to reclaim their freedom, flexibility, and financial success by building purpose-led consulting businesses.
