The Consultants Peer Group
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Fourth in a Series How to Differentiate Yourself and Your Consultancy Five Ways to Raise Your Game - Adherence to a Code of Conduct By David Norman, FCMC, CMC-AF Continuing our series on Five Ways to Raise Your Game in Consulting, I take an additional step and suggest additional market differentiation through the understanding and use of a Code of (Professional) Conduct.
Consulting Success
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Assessing project and/or client profitability is a common challenge for many consulting firms. And if you’re not doing it right (or at all) your engagements could start showing symptoms of overruns, timeline/cost issues, and unhappy stakeholders across the board. Project Accounting and other similar methodologies can provide the necessary insights to get your engagements under.
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Consulting Matters
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Navigating the murky waters of transition can be an arduous voyage. The fear of the unknown often paralyzes us, causing us to retreat into familiar territories. As your host, I bring you a conversation with Dr. Chris Hoff, a man who boldly ventured into the unknown and emerged with a unique blend of business acumen and psychological insight. Chris, a former technology entrepreneur, shares his enlightening journey of metamorphosis - from a midlife crisis that led him to therapy, to eventually har
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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Organizational Talent Consulting
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Great leaders dream of a better future – from business sustainability to growing future leaders, increasing speed to market, or operating with greater purpose. To turn those dreams into workplace realities, leaders set strategies. Unfortunately, many organizations keep strategic plans a secret and don't involve leaders outside the executive leadership team.
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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.
Clarity Consultants
OCTOBER 5, 2023
The pursuit of continuous learning and development has never been more imperative in the corporate world today. As organizations strive to keep pace with technological advancements, one innovation stands out as a potential game-changer in corporate learning and development: Artificial Intelligence (AI). Let’s explore AI’s profound impact on corporate learning and its implications for the future.
Tom Spencer
OCTOBER 6, 2023
How do banks make money? Where does this money ultimately go? What is a bank really worth? In this 2-part series, we will address these questions. Firstly, by outlining the major items on a bank’s income statement, and then by discussing key ratios that are commonly used to measure profitability and to estimate the market value for banks. Bank’s Income Statement It’s important to note that banks have diverse product offerings and client types, and the reporting of business lines such as re
Business Consulting Agency
OCTOBER 3, 2023
In today’s digital age, a strong online presence is a cornerstone of business success. A well-crafted website serves as a powerful tool for engaging customers, driving sales, and building brand credibility. To maximize the quality and results of their websites, many companies turn to consulting services for expert guidance. Here, we will explore the myriad benefits of working with website consulting services and how they help businesses achieve online excellence.
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Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr
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.
Johanna Rothman
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Several people on LinkedIn commented on my post, Want Better and Faster Results? Increase Team Size and Reduce WIP. They wondered if adding more people to a small team would violate Brooks' Law. As with all good questions, the answer is “It depends.” It depends on how your lifecycle manages feedback loops and learning, how collaborative the team is, and how much WIP the team has.
Harvard Business
OCTOBER 6, 2023
The future of work will not be determined by technology, but by creating the right mix of education, exposure, and experience needed to develop skills and put them to work, creating a vastly more productive workplace and economy. In this article, the authors recommend a “70/20/10” learning model, in which only 10% of learning comes from formal instruction (education), 20% from social learning or mentorship (exposure), and 70% from hands-on, experiential practice with feedback (experience).
Kraft Kennedy
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Extended Security Updates (ESUs) for Windows Server 2012/R2 via Azure Arc Windows Server 2012 and 2012R2 will reach End of Support on October 10, 2023. Ideally you’ll have all Win2012/R2 servers decommissioned, upgraded, or replaced by then, but if you find yourself in a situation where they have to remain running, and you need to ensure that the servers receive Extended Security Updates (ESUs) , Azure Arc may be an easy option.
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Savings Consultants are needed in today’s market more than ever. With an increase in expenses, businesses are looking for opportunities to save. Often unknown to businesses are savings in expense reduction, specialized tax savings, specialized savings including medical underpayments, health benefits cost reduction, zero cost processing, and more. Blue Coast Savings, with over 20 years in business, assists Savings Consultants in helping these companies move toward more profitable businesses.
Business Consulting Agency
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Embarking on the journey of starting a new business is a daring endeavor, brimming with possibilities and potential for success. While the entrepreneurial spirit fuels innovation and creativity, the guidance and expertise of business startup consultants can significantly amplify the prospects of a successful launch. These seasoned professionals offer invaluable insights, strategic guidance, and a comprehensive roadmap that not only streamline the startup process but also mitigate potential pitfa
Johanna Rothman
OCTOBER 6, 2023
My weekly 60 seconds of WIP: This one is also from the project lifecycles book. The post 60 Seconds of WIP, October 5, 2023 appeared first on Johanna Rothman, Management Consultant.
Harvard Business
OCTOBER 3, 2023
In their new book, Move Fast and Fix Things, Frances Frei and Anne Morriss outline five strategies to help leaders tackle their hardest problems and quickly make change. Their second strategy is to build — or rebuild — trust with your stakeholders. This means they need to believe three things: that you care about them (empathy), that you’re capable of meeting their needs (logic), and that you can be expected to do what you say you’ll do (authenticity).
Alan Weiss
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Using someone else’s quote at the beginning of each chapter makes it appear that your points require an expert’s credibility, which you don’t have. If your book has no index, it’s obviously self-published, and not with much care. Dozens of testimonials are, well, a dime a dozen. You’re not a “best-selling author” because your book, sold a couple of thousand copies.
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.
Office Skills
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Positive Psychology in the Office: Building Stronger Teams and Better Health How can your organization build stronger teams and better health? Making small changes and implementing positive psychology in the […] The post Positive Psychology in the Office appeared first on Office Skills Training.
Business Consulting Agency
OCTOBER 5, 2023
In the fast-paced and ever-evolving beauty industry, launching a successful skincare company demands a delicate balance of innovative product development, strategic brand positioning, and a deep understanding of consumer preferences. Business consultants play a crucial role in guiding entrepreneurs through the intricate process of launching a skincare business, offering invaluable expertise, market insights, and a comprehensive roadmap for success.
Harvard Business
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Curiosity is not just a medium by which we achieve professional success, it’s also imperative to unlocking purpose and meaning at work. Curiosity about ourselves, our work, and our colleagues is the key to unlocking the significance behind our work. Adopting the mindset of curiosity with the intention of discovering purpose is made possible through four simple practices: crafting your work, making work a craft, connecting work to service, and investing in positive relationships.
Granite Leadership Strategies
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Winning new Government contracts requires that a company pursue them by tracking and chasing more of them if they want to grow the business. From a sheer numbers standpoint that makes sense. But from a strategic business development sense, that may mean more opportunities or a better, more focused approach rather than a shotgun method. From a strategic pricing viewpoint, it means becoming more creative about what you seek and how you structure the pricing, but it also likely means using more
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Case studies are proof of successful client relations and a verifiable product or service. They persuade buyers by highlighting your customers' experiences with your company and its solution. In sales, case studies are crucial pieces of content that can be tailored to prospects' pain points and used throughout the buyer's journey. In marketing, case studies are versatile assets for generating business, providing reusable elements for ad and social media content, website material, and marketing c
Action Plan
OCTOBER 1, 2023
Ever notice that you talk to yourself in statements that are often negative? Here are a few common ones I’ve heard from clients over the years: I can’t do that. That’s just not for me. I don’t know how. That would take me forever to learn. Nobody is interested. I don’t want to interrupt or bother people. I have heard all of these and more from clients.
Business Consulting Agency
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Dubai, a global business hub known for its dynamic economy and strategic location, is home to a growing number of companies seeking to expand their horizons and enter the US market. The United States, with its vast consumer base and diverse opportunities, is an enticing destination. To navigate the complexities of entering this market successfully, many Dubai-based companies are tapping into the expertise of local US business consultants.
Harvard Business
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Traditional job descriptions can’t keep up with the rate of change in real roles in today’s organizations. As new technologies disrupt processes and require new skills, and as companies are moving toward more and more project-based work, we are beginning to see the evolution of job descriptions away from static, holistic prescriptions that follow an employee for years to dynamic guidance that changes based on needs.
Strategic Planning and Management Insights
SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
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