Consulting Success

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

How do you maximize your consulting firm’s profitability? In this episode of Consulting Success Podcast, Michael Zipursky is joined by Marcel Petitpas who is the Cofounder and CEO of Parakeeto, a company dedicated to enhancing the profitability of agencies and consultancies. His expertise has garnered attention from numerous platforms, including Ad World, DigitalMarketer, and Credo.

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Consulting Matters

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Hold onto your headphones as we embark on a captivating journey with Adrian Salisbury, a seasoned professional in video creation and YouTube mastery. Adrian opens up about his entrepreneurial journey, transitioning from a 15-year photography career to harness the power of video, and the inception of his Pro Video Academy, now known as Impact. He paints a vivid picture of his early course development, which focused on long tail keywords, and the art of crafting a concise yet impactful three-page

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Most entrepreneurs and product managers (PMs) know that they need to find out what people want. In this article, we will look at how to conduct what is called ‘ customer development ’ – the process through which a business comes to understand the needs, pain points, and behavior of potential customers through direct conversation and feedback. Customer development is often carried out through discovery calls, made over the phone or by video call, or it can be done in person.

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The Consultants Peer Group

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Second in a Series How to Differentiate Yourself and Your Consultancy First of Five Ways to Raise Your Game - Adherence to an Enforceable Code of Ethics By David Norman, FCMC, CMC-AF In the first of this series, Five Ways to Raise Your Game , I introduced another way to further build your brand and, thereby, your practice – by differentiating yourself and your consultancy (e.g., practice) in a deeper, more meaningful way – How you consult, in addition to What you do.

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Consulting Success

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

If you’ve worked in the nonprofit sector, you’ve gained valuable experience and wisdom — experience and wisdom nonprofit organizations would pay for. Why not take your experience and use it to start a non-profit consulting business? Consider the example of non-profit consultant Douglas Nelson and his consultancy The Discovery Group. Douglas works with medium and.

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Successful Independent Consulting

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

As self-employed professionals, we’re experts at helping our clients solve problems but we often struggle when it comes to building a healthy pipeline of leads. For most of us, prospecting for new clients is the very last thing we want to do. But what if there was a way to make it less of a chore and maybe even enjoyable? A few months ago, PICA hosted a webinar with Suzette Patterson , a sales and business development expert.

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Consulting Matters

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In a captivating interview, we had the pleasure of hosting Meg Crofton, former President of Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts. Meg's impressive journey to the top and her insights on leadership and personal development are truly enlightening. Growing up with a father involved in the space program and an education in marketing, Meg’s roots have significantly influenced her perspective on leadership.

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Management Consulted

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Advancy is hiring across roles. Want to get hired as an Advancy consultant? You’ll need to be prepared for the firm’s case interview process – keep reading for an ultimate guide to preparing for Advancy case interviews. Florent Dhôte, a… Read Article The post Advancy Case Interview Guide appeared first on Management Consulted.

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Johanna Rothman

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

For years, I've advocated relatively small teams. Why? Small teams can more easily learn—faster and together. All because they have fewer communication paths. I was only partially right. Smaller teams tend to have lower WIP (Work in Progress). Even if a 5 to 7-person team falls into the Everyone Starts Their Own Story trap (see Who’s Playing Agile Schedule Games?

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Consulting Success

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

How do you build a consulting website that not only looks great but actually helps you get more consulting clients? I’m sure you’ve seen lists of the “best” consulting websites created by web designers. You might have even been impressed by how these websites look. Here’s the truth… In 2023, building a good-looking consulting website.

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David A Fields

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

A consulting fable to help you achieve your greatest aspirations for your consulting firm… Thad, the founder of Thadaway Consulting, felt a nagging dissatisfaction. While his firm had grown reasonably well over the past few years and delivered a comfortable income, Thad knew he hadn’t led his firm to the same level of success enjoyed … Continued The post New Heights for Your Consulting Firm Available at the Dimfort Diner!

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Clarity Consultants

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

When it comes to education and training, it’s no secret there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. The concept of personalized learning–where programs are tailored to individual needs–has become more popular than ever. Each learner has unique goals, interests, preferences, and abilities. A training program that resonates with one may leave another feeling lost, which is why creating customized lessons is vital for your business’s success.

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Consulting Matters

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In a captivating interview, we had the pleasure of hosting Meg Crofton, former President of Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts. Meg's impressive journey to the top and her insights on leadership and personal development are truly enlightening. Growing up with a father involved in the space program and an education in marketing, Meg’s roots have significantly influenced her perspective on leadership.

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Management Consulted

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

In this article, we dive into life sciences consulting at Advancy through a conversation with Kim Elbilia, a manager in the firm’s New York office. The firm does work in three main sectors within life sciences – biotech, pharma services,… Read Article The post Advancy’s Work In The Life Sciences Copy appeared first on Management Consulted.

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

User Experience (UX) has emerged as a critical component of software application development, playing a vital role in shaping the success and profitability of technology based ventures. This article explores the history of UX, the role of software designers, the profound impact UX/UI has on the bottom line of businesses, and the various aspects that contribute to an exceptional user experience.

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Consulting Success

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Elevate your consulting business through the lens of neuroscience: discover hidden opportunities, amplify growth, and lead with sharper insights for success. In this episode, we dive deep into business transformation and personal growth. Our guest is none other than Bill Troy, founder of Polaris, a pioneering company that leverages neuroscience to unlock human potential and.

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David A Fields

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

You’re different from other people. Your Mom always said so, and when was she ever wrong?! Tools like DISC, Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument, Kolbe A, StrengthsFinder, BCPI and other tools are popular because smart folks like you know that understanding different types of people is important. Set aside personality types for the moment, though, and … Continued The post Consulting Firm Founders vs.

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This White Paper targets opportunities for Management to develop proficiency in the Decision Framing and Analyses element of input to Decision, & Risk Analyses for Major Project Funding Decisions.

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Clarity Consultants

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The corporate world has seen a significant shift in how employees acquire new skills and knowledge. With the rise of technology and the increasing adoption of remote and hybrid learning, organizations are rethinking their training and development strategies. To excel in this evolving landscape, instructional design becomes paramount. Let’s dive into strategies and best practices for designing effective online and hybrid learning experiences.

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Johanna Rothman

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Product owners have many challenges: They need to keep at least two thoughts about the product: what it needs to be in the near future, and what the organization wants it to be in the (distant) future. Some product owners think they're supposed to fill out a complete backlog, including all the UI designs for the product before the team can start. (That's a more traditional product requirements document, and I've never seen that work.

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The Consultants Peer Group

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Over a short two-day span several consulting related articles caught my attention. First, Confessions of a Whistleblower by Garrison Lovely highlighted several cultural problems at the consulting firm, McKinsey. Lovely writes openly his experiences working in the $15 Billion annual revenue (2022) firm and recommends an approach to more accountability, especially in government arenas.

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Imagine this: you are three months away from graduating, and you have five job offers printed out and sitting in front of you on the table. Which one do you pick? If all else is equal, you pick the highest paying one, right? Or, do you pick the one that moves you to your dream city? Obviously, you pick the one with the best signing bonus and company car, right?

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Consulting Success

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Nobody wants to be just another consulting firm. So, how will you stand out among others? Today, Sarah Heal, the Director and Co-Founder of Information Leadership, brings you the power of specializing your consulting firm to be on top of the industry. Sarah delves into improving messaging, delegating effectively, valuing employees, niching down, leveraging your.

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David A Fields

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

In the pursuit of decision-makers, you may be harming your consulting firm’s long-term growth prospects. The leader staring back at you from the mirror today looks older than they used to. Fortunately, laugh lines and crows’ feet accompany some advantages. Your years of experience suggest to prospects, clients and your team that you are an … Continued The post Seniority Mistake—The Danger to Your Consulting Firm appeared first on David A.

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Behavior change is hard, but it’s a skill leaders who want to succeed amid near-constant organizational change need to develop. By increasing their self-awareness, committing to change, overcoming limiting thoughts, and deliberately practicing new behaviors, leaders raise the likelihood that the change initiatives they’re tasked to lead will be successful.

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Johanna Rothman

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

I started this series with many specific concerns about a particular interview question: “The product owner and dev team cannot decide on a sprint goal, even after hours of discussion. They (the team) feel that the tasks for the sprint are too varied to manage to a single sprint goal. What should the Scrum Master do?” (Note: This is a terrible interview question because it's hypothetical.

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