Given the downturn of the economy its understandable you might not be as confident about the direction your employer is going or if you'r not certain whether you want to change your professional course in life. As more and more companies go offshore to Mexico and China, its time to plant seeds for your long term success.

When it comes to recession proof jobs and or opportunities, grant writing consultants are in high demand. Why?

Nonprofit, for profit organizations and individuals encounter business and life problems and need solutions to resolve the obstacles they face. The answer for resolving business, financial and life problems rest in sourcing free grant money from diverse organizations such as federal, state, local government, foundations and donors.

On May 1-2, The Vann Foundation lead a two-day intensive workshop titled "Become a Grant Writing Consultant." This grant writing workshop is tax deductible for all attendees.

View this video to learn more about Becoming a Grant Writing Cosultant Workshop:

http://www.viddler.com/explore/Paulspeaks2/videos/28/

Don't worry, you won't have to quit your job or immediately leave your employer because this workshop is centered on assisting attendees who want to operate a grant writing consulting business on a part-time basis while still employed and or for people who have already left their employer and chose to become full-time grant writing consultants.

It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out America and the rest of the global community need a problem solver such as you to help strengthen communities. So how do you get started?

I'm glad you asked and I will answer your question. If you've been looking for the opportunity to lead and manage a difference making, income generating business, become a grant writing consultant and you can live life on your own terms.

If you have the passion to become an entrepreneur and affect positive change in communities all over the world, becoming a grant writing consultant is the opportunity for you. The question people ask me is, "Do you have to be certified to become a grant writing consultant?" The answer is absolutely not.

I've been writing grants since the age of 16, its how I paid for my four years of college. After graduating from college I was commiussioned an officer in the United States Air Force and became an acquisition expert, meaning I worked with multi-million dollar programs with contractors. A grant is a contract, thus I have over 30 years of expertise.

You know as well as I do, you need to stop talking about what you want to to do and start doing it. You're probably wondering, where do I start?

You start by working with an expert who has a proven track record, is an expert and has the experience to support the body of work. That’s why I’ve developed an easier way to become a grant writing consultant, in fact you can enter this field starting from scratch, with no experience, support, or connections to go from no clients to an abundance of clients researching and writing winning grant proposals.

I know your pain, your setbacks, and your uncertainties. That’s why I’m offering a LIVE two-day workshop to catapult you on your way to become a grant writing consultant, leading your own business and making top dollar throughout the U.S. and around the world. In just two days, you’ll learn the secrets to starting (and leading) your grant writing consultancy, the kind you've always wanted to operate, and I’ll even share strategies that can assist you in obtaining your first clients so you can begin building your business!

You won’t find another workshop like this! I’ve dedicated valuable hours to this intensive workshop, packed with everything you need to know to become a grant writing consultant and become an industry expert. Here are just some of the things we’ll cover:

• Learn what a grant writing consultant does! (Yes, I did say learn!)
• How to find the resources to help you succeed as a grant writing consultant.
• How to establish and set up an efficient home office.
• How to link experience with grant writing projects.
• How to set client fees!
• How to market your grant writing consulting services.
• How to develop consulting opportunities.
• How to write contractual agreements.
• Learn which types of projects bring in quick money.
• How to build an expert reputation as a grant writing consultant.
• How to manage multiple projects.
• Learn how to expand your grant writing business.

When you’re done with this workshop, you’ll have the strategies, tools and information you need to create a marketing buzz that will build your grant writing consultancy, jumpstart your business, and increase your net-worth. You’ll unlock the mystery of establishing an at home business that can position you to succeed:

• High-paying grant writing consulting opportunities
• High-paying fee paid speaking engagements
• Free exposure on TV, radio, newspaper, and online media outlets
• Your own reality TV or radio talk show
• More credibility as an expert in the grant industry
• More clients seeking your exceptional services

...all resulting in higher fees

Mark your calendars and reserve your spot for this one-of-a-kind workshop. I’ve made it as easy for you as I can, even scheduling it on a weekend! Join us in National Harbor, MD on May 1- 2, 2010 from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (ET) and you’ll benefit from the most powerful and effective entrepreneurial and grant writing information and experience available. Give me fourteen short hours and I’ll give you:

• The confidence that you CAN establish an at home business performing grant writing - and get it done fast, so you can start reaping the benefits.
• An extensive workbook, including A "Fill-in-the-blank" easy-to-use grant writing consulting template.
• A high-impact grant writing consultancy marketing plan.
• A 2010 business strategy goal sheet.
• A LIVE video interview with Paul Lawrence Vann, Grant Writing Pros TV (WOW!)
• Plus, resources including the MP3 of 7 mistakes wanna-be grant writing consultants make and the eBook, 10 Free Marketing Tips (for grant writing consultants) + more.

In just two days, you can do what you've wanted to do for years! You don't want to miss this workshop, but because there are only 30 spaces available, you need to act very quickly. Don't put it off another day-this is your year to become a very successful grant writing counsultant and to take your business to the next level. I'm looking forward to seeing you at the top!

View my video at the following link: http://www.viddler.com/explore/Paulspeaks2/videos/28/