Marketing consultant · Dallas, TX · reviewed since 2020
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%98+67.8Reliability 31%97+29.8Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 98Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.98SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#6 of 29 business consultantsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 82%
5.0★★★★★27 Google reviews · 8 photos
100%five-star reviews
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate The Foster Consulting Firm 5/5 based on 27 reviews, noting the owner responds to 96% of feedback. Clients describe services including business coaching, marketing strategy, website development, and SEO. Recurring themes highlight personalized communication, detailed action plans, and significant revenue growth. Reviewers frequently mention the firm's professional approach and ability to translate broad goals into measurable steps. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, which consist entirely of positive feedback regarding the consulting experience.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 27 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 27 Google reviews (24 with written comments, 1 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 96% of reviews.
Most recent review: May 23, 2025.
Service: Business Consultant serving Dallas, Texas.
Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.
Score profile vs other business consultants
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.
The Foster Consulting FirmBusiness Consultants median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.The Foster Consulting Firm: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
98
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.The Foster Consulting Firm: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
97
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.The Foster Consulting Firm: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
99
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 87.–
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 69.–
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Star ratings
27 Google reviews we collected
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5 stars27100%
4 stars00%
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Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 24 written reviews
100%praise
Praise31100%
Complaints00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude1239%
Would recommend929%
Quality & results310%
Price & value310%
Honesty & trust26%
Speed & response13%
Communication13%
What customers talk about
We read 24 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Very professional, real results, and super knowledgeable.”
“I’ve closed more sales and become more business minded due to her mentorship so I recommend Vanessa”
“Vanessa’s attention to detail and ability to take my large imagination and create measurable goals was a major benefit both professionally and personally.”
“I had a free consultation call with Vanessa on marketing my art work.”
“…and challenged to dig deeper to get the what I want was something I genuinely believe only Vanessa could do!…”
“I found that I needed more than what I expected and Foster Consulting Firm made sure I was fully equipped to run as an efficient business.”
“Vanessa and her team listened to my needs and reviewed my website accordingly.”
People customers mention
Vanessa11 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
Zinnijah3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
TRANSFORMATIONAL! As a first generation 6+ figure earning entrepreneur, it has been imperative for me to upgrade my outlook on business management, marketing and sales. Vanessa has show me and guided me through my weak points in business and personal character. Let’s be real, we need both! Mindset is 90% of the…
Lawrence1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Vanessa is a powerful coach in the sales game. She has helped me overcome objections and allowed me to analyze the playing field from a different perspective. I’ve closed more sales and become more business minded due to her mentorship so I recommend Vanessa
KailaLocal Guide · 74 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 years ago★★★★★
Foster Consulting Firm is amazing. Very professional, real results, and super knowledgeable.
Vanessa supported me in prioritizing many of the goals I had in my head and putting action steps to them. She made what was overwhelming seem doable. I love how supportive she is and how she holds me accountable. Especially…
Se,Veyon2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★
Working with Vanessa had been truly a pleasure. As someone who has always wanted to start their own business but never really knew which lane, being given the structure and challenged to dig deeper to get the what I want was something I genuinely believe only Vanessa could do!
Alann7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★
The Foster Consulting Firm has been a phenomenal firm to work with! I have increased my sales 160% since working with them. They have completely revamped my marketing so that I have continuous leads coming into my business. This is a wonderful business consulting firm.
SamaraLocal Guide · 14 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★
This firm has very valuable resources to improve business acumen. The one on one and group sessions were very personable and spoke to my own limitations with my brand. I enjoyed that it was a personalized experience and not just a list of the “abc’s of business”.
TRANSFORMATIONAL! As a first generation 6+ figure earning entrepreneur, it has been imperative for me to upgrade my outlook on business management, marketing and sales. Vanessa has show me and guided me through my weak points in business and personal character. Let’s be real, we need both! Mindset is 90% of the battle if you ask me! She breaks things down in easy to understand lessons and supports, without judgement. I’m blessed to have and continue to work with her.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you Zin! We have enjoyed working with you!
Lawrence Ineus1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Lawrence has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Vanessa is a powerful coach in the sales game. She has helped me overcome objections and allowed me to analyze the playing field from a different perspective. I’ve closed more sales and become more business minded due to her mentorship so I recommend Vanessa
Kaila B.Local Guide · 74 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kaila has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Foster Consulting Firm is amazing. Very professional, real results, and super knowledgeable.
Vanessa supported me in prioritizing many of the goals I had in my head and putting action steps to them. She made what was overwhelming seem doable. I love how supportive she is and how she holds me accountable. Especially as a single mom. She helped me to see that I was indeed more than a mom and my goals/dreams still mattered.
If you want to invest in yourself and your dreams, CONTACT her now!
Response from the owner · 3 years ago
Thank you! We definitely appreciated working with you and look forward to witnessing your continued success!
Se,Veyon Willis-Hill2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Se,Veyon has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Working with Vanessa had been truly a pleasure. As someone who has always wanted to start their own business but never really knew which lane, being given the structure and challenged to dig deeper to get the what I want was something I genuinely believe only Vanessa could do!
Response from the owner · 3 years ago
Thank you. We appreciate you!
Alann Bhony7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Alann has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The Foster Consulting Firm has been a phenomenal firm to work with! I have increased my sales 160% since working with them. They have completely revamped my marketing so that I have continuous leads coming into my business. This is a wonderful business consulting firm.
Response from the owner · 3 years ago
Thank you, Alann!
Samara CarterLocal Guide · 14 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Samara has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
This firm has very valuable resources to improve business acumen. The one on one and group sessions were very personable and spoke to my own limitations with my brand. I enjoyed that it was a personalized experience and not just a list of the “abc’s of business”.
Response from the owner · 3 years ago
Thank you, Samara!
Daniel Thigpen2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Daniel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Excellent service! I found that I needed more than what I expected and Foster Consulting Firm made sure I was fully equipped to run as an efficient business. Provided optimal expertise on business acumen, and proper leadership for the direction I am headed in with my organization!
Response from the owner · 3 years ago
Thank you! It was a pleasure working with your organization!
Pelluceo LC1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Pelluceo has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had an incredible experience with Foster Consulting Firm. Vanessa's professionalism and extensive knowledge in business consulting were impressive. Within just a month and a half, she managed to increase my revenue 133%, which is a remarkable growth. Not only did she boost my sales, but she also instilled a newfound confidence in my business. I highly recommend Foster Consulting Firm for anyone seeking expert guidance and significant results. Thank you!
Response from the owner · 3 years ago
Thank you! It was a pleasure working with you!
Jeanne Gormick13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jeanne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Foster Consulting is amazing! Vanessa and her team listened to my needs and reviewed my website accordingly. They heard me and made just the right suggestions to improve it. I highly recommend them.
Response from the owner · 3 years ago
Thank you for your review!
Dante' Green4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Dante' has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
By far one of the best companies I’ve worked with when it comes to creating unique content. The Foster Consulting Firm was completely professional, and took in account all my ideas when creating my company’s logo. I will definitely be referring their business.
