David A Fields

JANUARY 16, 2024

There are five common bottlenecks that constrain a consulting firm’s profits. Fortunately, that means there are also five, straightforward keys to increasing your consulting firm’s bottom line. Consulting is a simple business. You win projects and deliver them profitably. While eating chocolate. That’s the consulting cycle. Support that cycle with some infrastructure, wrap a strategy … Continued The post 5 Keys to a More Profitable Consulting Firm appeared first on David

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 18, 2024

If you want to speed up and sustain your success with your consulting or coaching business – you need to first slow down Want to know the fastest way to make serious money and impact as a consultant or coach? Spoiler alert – it’s NOT “just getting out there and getting clients.” I get the desire for instant results and the pressure to replace your salary with business revenue, but it sets the stage for “hit or miss” results which not only jacks with your

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Office Skills

JANUARY 17, 2024

First, What is a Team? Learning how to become a team player is just one of the many important soft skills required in business today. A team is a group […] The post How to Become a Team Player appeared first on Office Skills Training.

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Leadership Planning with Liz Weber CMC

JANUARY 17, 2024

In my conversations with leaders last week, one common theme was apparent: They want – no, they need – their managers and team members to become more self-sufficient, skilled, and confident in their respective roles. The CEOs, business owners, board directors, and managers I talked with are busy. They’re really busy. They’re juggling multiple priorities […] The post Do Your Job – Independently and Competently appeared first on Weber Business Services, LLC.

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JANUARY 17, 2024

“Digital academies” are among the most successful approaches to closing the digital skills gap. These initiatives are specific to the company’s culture and narrative, are highly experiential and considerate of organizational team dynamics, and reach across the enterprise. Using DuPont’s digital academy as a model, companies should design their own internal upskilling programs to serve broad employee segments, include experiential elements, encourage continuous engagement, and prioritize flexibil

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Buzzsprout

JANUARY 15, 2024

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Kraft Kennedy

JANUARY 16, 2024

Citrix StoreFront Security Bulletin for CVE-2023-5914 Issue A vulnerability has been discovered in Citrix StoreFront, which, if exploited, may result in a Cross-site scripting (XSS) attack. CVD-ID Description Pre-Requisites CWE CVSS CVE-2023-5914 Cross-site scripting (XSS) Requires victim to access an attacker-controlled link in the browserr CWE-79 5.4 Additional Information Affected Versions: The following supported versions of Citrix StoreFront are affected by the vulnerability: Current Releas

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Harvard Business

JANUARY 19, 2024

No long-term partnership — personal or professional — is without challenges. Getting key issues on the table in a timely way and having open, direct, and respectful conversations can reduce frustrations and facilitate needed change. In this article, the authors outline seven steps to take if your business partnership has gotten rocky.

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Johanna Rothman

JANUARY 19, 2024

I've been in a fiction writing workshop all week, so it makes sense to offer you an excerpt from a piece of short fiction. Transcript: I’m Johanna Rothman, and this is 60 Seconds of Johanna’s WIP for January 18, 2024, where I read an excerpt of just a minute of some writing in progress. This excerpt is from an unusual Valentine’s Day story. There’s nothing wrong with passion.

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Business Consulting Agency

JANUARY 18, 2024

In the era of remote work and digital connectivity, starting a home-based business has become an enticing prospect for many aspiring entrepreneurs. The flexibility, low startup costs, and the ability to tailor work to personal interests make it an appealing avenue for those seeking independence. In this article, we explore the 20 most popular home-based businesses in the US, backed by facts, statistics, and key details to guide aspiring home business owners.

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Kraft Kennedy

JANUARY 16, 2024

Citrix Session Recording Security Bulletin for CVE-2023-6184 Issue A vulnerability has been discovered in Citrix Session Recording, which, if exploited, may result in an authenticated user being able to perform an RCE. CVD-ID Description Pre-Requisites CWE CVSS CVE-2023-6184 An authenticated user can perform RCE Attacker must possess admin privileges to the Session Recording server CWE-913 5 Additional Information The following supported versions of Citrix Session Recording are affected by the v

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Harvard Business

JANUARY 16, 2024

Research has established that burnout is primarily the result of psychologically hazardous factors that occur at your workplace. Not being given the resources or time you need to manage your workload, for example, or working in an environment where you have insufficient control and autonomy, are known burnout triggers. No two experiences of burnout are exactly alike, and recovery requires that you pinpoint the unique workplace conditions that are contributing to your stress.

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Chad Barr

JANUARY 17, 2024

In the dynamic world of business, “I don’t have time for that” is a phrase we often hear and, regrettably, use. Reflect for a moment. Is this a statement of fact, a manifestation of misguided beliefs, or merely a convenient excuse? I propose that this phrase frequently originates from a fear of failure, reluctance to embrace change, or a sense of being overwhelmed.

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Business Consulting Agency

JANUARY 17, 2024

In the highly competitive landscape of product development and manufacturing, the pursuit of quality-driven products is paramount. Business consulting services play a pivotal role in this journey, offering expertise that goes beyond mere guidance, extending to the fine details of product packaging, formulations, and manufacturing processes. In this exploration, we unravel the myriad benefits of partnering with consultants in the quest for creating superior products.

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Kraft Kennedy

JANUARY 16, 2024

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Harvard Business

JANUARY 19, 2024

Demand for intelligence vendors is substantial and increasing. In 2022, global cyber threat intelligence was estimated to be a $4.93 billion industry, and U.S. security services was a whopping $48.1 billion. Geopolitical and security risk intelligence is an unquantified but essential and rapidly growing part of the story. But how do you know whether an intelligence vendor aligns with your company’s needs, risk tolerance, and ethics?

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Consultants' Consultant

JANUARY 14, 2024

Consultants Consultant: In this entertaining podcast from Adam Grant he is interviewed by Jennifer Garner (as. The post Begin with the end appeared first on Consultants' Consultant.

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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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Business Consulting Agency

JANUARY 16, 2024

Embarking on the journey of starting a new business is an exhilarating yet complex endeavor. While passion and vision are crucial, the guidance of experienced business consultants can be the catalyst that propels your venture towards success. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the myriad ways in which business consultants can assist, offering insights, strategies, and support across various crucial areas.

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Strategic Planning and Management Insights

JANUARY 18, 2024

Lisa Curtis talks about her entrepreneurial journey with Kuli Kuli Foods, aligning mission and product to revolutionize the superfood industry. Tune in now!

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Harvard Business

JANUARY 18, 2024

Generative AI has the potential to reinvent work, freeing us to unleash our creativity on the problems that really matter. But in order for this to happen, companies need to build people’s trust in the technology. The author, who has spent years researching trust, recommends asking four questions to assess the trustworthiness of your company’s generative AI efforts.

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Harmonious Workplaces

JANUARY 17, 2024

Leverage effective inquiry tactics to diagnose organizational needs As a Certified Management Consultant (CMC), I belong to the Institute of Management Consultants (IMC USA) and the IMC Chicagoland Chapter. This past Friday, as part of their “IMC Challenges Breakfast,” the group discussed questioning as a method for data collection to diagnose different types of business […] The post The Right Questions Can Reveal the Right Problems appeared first on Harmonious Workplaces.

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Business Consulting Agency

JANUARY 15, 2024

Embarking on the journey of establishing a business in the United States is a thrilling endeavor, but it comes with its unique challenges and intricacies. For companies seeking to make a mark in the US market, the value of localized expert business support cannot be overstated. This support, often provided through business consulting services, offers a wealth of benefits that can significantly impact success rates.

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Seth Godin Blog

JANUARY 14, 2024

“If you don’t ask, you don’t get.” That’s problematic advice. Taken to an extreme, it turns us into hustlers. The alternative is to realize that the best asks are actually offers. When we offer to help someone get to where they were going, we’re approaching the relationship with generosity, not selfishness. What work would we need to do to have sufficient skill, insight and reputation to be able to offer someone else a chance to reach their goals?

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Harvard Business

JANUARY 15, 2024

In the face of competitive threats, managers are tempted to do something, because being active feels better than being passive. In fact, an active pause can make the most sense. This is especially true in industries facing a big technological change, when going “all in” on a nascent technology may have larger long-term costs than benefits.

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LSA Global

JANUARY 18, 2024

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