Leaving the safety and comfort of the day job is intimidating for many, but the thought has probably crossed the mind of everyone. Some people are bolder than others and then some are like me who tend to analyze every aspect of everything. As a result it took me over two years from the idea of starting my own company to actually quitting my day job and doing what I wanted to do for a long time.
Starting your career as a consultant - or a specialist - requires focus on different things which pretty much depend on your personality and personal situation. I try to narrow the focus on this blog onto a professional who wants to become a self-employed consultant.