Interested in Consulting and Ready to Take on a First Client? Get SET Is Just What You Need!
Get SET
Start small,
Start now
You’re a smart, capable academic craving something more — but the idea of consulting feels overwhelming. You don’t have to leap. You just need a gentle way to begin with step-by-step guidance.
Get SET is your practical, supportive starting point for part-time consulting so you can stop wondering and start doing.
In the uncertain world of academia, you need a plan to take your future into your own hands.
Get SET will show you how without the overwhelm so you can start living the life you want and deserve!
Inside This Program, You Will:
Learn the essentials to start consulting without quitting your job
Learn how to take on one client and do that first project well
Take small, doable steps to set up and run a simple consulting side gig
Begin living life on your terms — more flexibility, more purpose, more money, more YOU
Welcome To The Get SET Program!
If you're feeling curious about consulting but don’t know where to start, this program was made for you.
Get SET is a light-touch, practical way to explore consulting without committing to a
full-time business or feeling overwhelmed.
We’ll help take you through finding and working with a first client - confidently and gently.
Is Get SET Right For You?
This program is for you if:
You’d like to try a small project (or two) but aren't sure what that looks like
You want step-by-step guidance that’s easy, digestible, & stress-free
You want to explore without pressure to “go all in”
What Makes Get SET Different
Light and friendly — no overwhelm here
Designed for academics ready to explore consulting and take on a first client (or two!)
Self-paced and zero pressure - but with accountability if needed
Two monthly group coaching calls to get ALL of your questions answered and the support you need!
Practical and real-world based grounded in encouragement and confidence-building
What You'll Learn
How consulting works – a simple overview of the process
What you need to get started - the bare minimum business basics and tools
How to approach potential clients – what to say and how to connect
How to choose the right projects – trust your instincts and know your value
How to get paid – invoicing, payment, and fair pricing
Ready? Get SET!
Your journey into consulting can begin today — simply, gently, and with full support.
Got questions? Reach out to [email protected]. We’re here to support you.
MEET YOUR COACH
Hey, I'm Lauren!
I loved my faculty position when I started, but toward the end of my 14 years in academia, I was burnt out, underpaid, and bitter. I loved working with students but higher ed and my institution weren't what they once were. I was proud of my academic career but knew I was ready for a new chapter. And this has been the BEST chapter yet!
Started Grantibly (our consulting business) part-time while I was a faculty member
Built the business to be sustainable
Increased my income immediately after leaving my tenured position and now have more than doubled my income doing work I love
Now I spend my days supporting clients who are doing exciting work that makes a difference - and our works helps them do MORE good in the world
MEET YOUR COACH
Hey, I'm Angelika
Angelika continues to thrive as both a professor and consultant, showing that part-time consulting can fit alongside a full-time career.
We started Grantibly as a side business and I continue to operate it that way
I have learned how to avoid overwork, streamline my courses, and focus on what matters most - student learning and success
The mindset shifts I have made as a consultant have helped my students in their own lives through sharing my experiences and lessons
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know what kind of consultant I want to be before I join??
No. This experience is designed to help you figure that out. We’ll guide you through identifying your best-fit consulting direction based on your skills and interests.
What if I’m still working full-time in academia?
Perfect — most of our participants are. You’ll learn what part-time consulting could look like and how to start small before deciding whether to stick with part-time consulting or make it your full-time gig.
Is this about starting a business?
Not yet. This is about understanding how consulting works and where you fit. You’ll leave with clarity and a plan to move forward confidently. If you want support taking on a first client, we've got you covered. And if you decide to you want to build a business, we have a program for that too.
How long will I have access?
You’ll keep access to the course forever so you can revisit materials anytime. We recommend you finish the course by Thanksgiving (end of November). We will schedule the coaching call at your convenience in the first two weeks of December.
What makes this different from other academic career programs?
We’re not offering generic career advice — we’re academics, just like you, and now thriving consultants who’ve done this ourselves. We help you translate your academic expertise into meaningful, paid consulting work that fits you.
What Our Clients Say
"I never thought about thinking through the big picture vision... but I’m doing that now through this program."
Kayla Charleston
"This is making me think in new ways"
Molly Kerby
"I'm gaining confidence from working with you!"
Sheena Wilder
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