How to set up a consultant profile on Websta in Czechia

What a consultant profile should contain

Your Websta profile is your main point of contact. It should have a clear description of the consulting work you do - whether that is business strategy, marketing, finance, HR, IT, or something else. Be specific about what problems you solve rather than using broad terms.

Add photos: a professional headshot and photos of your workspace if clients visit you. If most of your work is remote, one good photo of yourself is enough.

List the main services you offer. Each service can have its own description so clients understand what they get and how you work - for example, whether you charge by the hour, by the project, or by a fixed retainer.

Decide whether to use the online booking tool (if you have regular time slots available) or a quote request form (if each job needs to be discussed first). Most consultants use quote requests because every client situation is different.

Add your contact details and response time so clients know when to expect to hear from you.

Which languages to use on your profile

Write your profile in Czech. That is where most of your local clients will search. If you work with international clients or companies with English-speaking teams, add an English version of your main services and description so those clients can understand what you do.

Websta lets you create versions in multiple languages on the same profile. Keep the Czech version complete and detailed, and add English for the sections that matter most to your international audience.

How people in Czechia search for consultants

On Websta, potential clients search by service type and location. They enter what they need help with (for example, business consulting or marketing strategy) and their town or region. They see profiles of consultants nearby and can browse portfolios, read descriptions, and send a message or request a quote.

People also search online for consultants using general search engines. A Websta profile helps you appear in those results when someone in your region looks for consulting services. The marketplace path for consultants in Czechia is /marketplace/consulting.

Many potential clients in Czechia still ask for personal recommendations or find consultants through their networks. Having a solid profile on Websta gives you a professional page to share when someone asks about you.

What to arrange as an independent consultant

Before you start taking clients through Websta, check your legal status as a self-employed person (OSVČ - osoba samostatně výdělečně činná) with the relevant Czech tax authority. Make sure your activities fall within your registered trade and that you have any insurance you need.

You will need a bank account to receive payments. Websta uses Stripe to handle payments from customers, which are paid out to your own bank account. Set up your Stripe account before you activate booking or quotes on your profile.

Keep records of all your work and income for tax purposes. Czechia requires self-employed people to file an annual tax return.

If you work from home, check whether you need to register your home office address or notify your landlord or municipality. Rules vary, so check with your local authority or accountant if you are unsure.

Consider liability insurance if your consulting could affect clients' business decisions or outcomes. This is optional but common among consultants.

What to write in your first hour

Start with a clear headline that says what you do. For example: 'Business strategy consulting for SMEs' or 'Marketing consultant for e-commerce companies'. This is the first thing people see.

Write a short description (2-3 sentences) of your background and what you specialise in. Mention the industries or types of clients you work best with if you have a focus.

List 3-5 main services you offer. For each one, add a sentence about what it includes or what result clients can expect.

Add your contact details and tell people how long they should wait for a reply - for example, 'I respond to all enquiries within 48 hours' or 'I usually reply within 24 hours on weekdays'.

Upload one professional photo of yourself. If you have a photo of your work space or a recent project photo, add that too.

After your profile goes live

Check your messages and quote requests regularly. Reply promptly to show potential clients that you are reliable.

If someone asks a question that other clients might also have, consider adding it to your service descriptions or a FAQ section on your profile.

Keep your profile up to date. If you add a new service, take on a new speciality, or change how you work, update your profile so clients always see accurate information.

Ask satisfied clients to get in touch if they have questions - the faster and clearer your responses, the better your reputation will be.