What is Administrative Consulting?

I frequently get confused looks when I tell people that I am a Business Administration Consultant. They think I provide virtual assistance or am a temp or a bookkeeper. While those things are associated with business administration, they are not the only elements. They also are not the focus of consulting. So what is administrative consulting? Let’s start with defining administration.

Everyone performs administrative tasks, they just don’t necessarily call them that. Moving emails from an inbox to a folder, creating a file folder, and storing office supplies are all examples of administrative tasks. The more complex an organization, the more complex is its system of administration. Dictionary.com defines administration as the management of any office, business, or organization; direction. Management is the act or manner of managing; handling, direction, or control. So administration is the act or manner of managing any office, business, or organization.

A consultant is a person who provides expert advice professionally. As a consultant who specializes in business administration, I provide guidance and expertise for the management of offices, businesses, or organizations. I help them identify and solve problems, plan strategically, and train staff.

Defining your business identity is empowering. Don’t give in to the temptation to change who you are. Now that you know what I do, let me know how I can help you.