The Consultants Peer Group

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

I started this series to help you discover five ways to raise your consulting game. In the previous blog, Adherence to an Enforceable Code of Ethics , I presented that adherence of an enforceable Code of Ethics would be a major part of this market differentiation. Public examples of poor ethics decisions (such as McKinsey’s $641 million fine for their work in Purdue Pharma opioid effort) were used to simply demosntrate that behaviors in line with a Code of Ethics might have precluded most/all of

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David A Fields

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Based on data collected from lead generation firms and shared with us by hundreds of consulting firms, one sales benchmark, in particular, warrants your attention: the likelihood of cold, outbound lead generation (or, similarly, advertising) to result in a project for your consulting firm. Let’s say you reach out to Clara Coldington, CEO of Dunnoyu, … Continued The post Important Sales Benchmark for Your Consulting Firm appeared first on David A.

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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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Makarios Consulting

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Do you define conflict in the workplace with incidents of hostility, simmering resentment, or words spoken in anger? Some talk about verbal “arm-wrestling” in the conference room where the opponents are also close colleagues, or ferocious disagreements that produce outstanding new approaches and ideas. All of these can accurately be described as conflict situations; the difference is that some of the situations are unhealthy and others are healthy.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Leaders play a critical role in fostering inclusivity within their organizations. They account for a difference of up to 70 percentage points in employees’ experience of belongingness and psychological safety, and inclusive leaders see a 17% increase in team performance, a 20% increase in decision-making quality, and a 29% increase in team collaboration.

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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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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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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The oldest and still the most powerful tactic for fostering critical thinking is the Socratic method, developed over 2,400 years ago by Socrates, one of the founders of Western philosophy. The Socratic method uses thought-provoking question-and-answer probing to promote learning. It focuses on generating more questions than answers, where the answers are not a stopping point but the beginning of further analysis.

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Rick Conlow

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

To achieve a greatest quotes of all time status, the author must be well known, and the quote must inspire the reader to believe bigger. While there are other famous quotes, these quotes epitomize the best of the best. They encompass wisdom, inspiration, and timeless insights from a diverse group of individuals. All the authors lead by example in their own lives.

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Johanna Rothman

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

I'm experimenting with audio and video. So I started a podcast called, “60 Seconds of Johanna's WIP.” Listen here: If you want to listen through your podcast app, go to 60 Seconds of Johanna's WIP September 29, 2023. I will also add those videos to my YouTube channel. The plan—and I use that term quite loosely—is to release 60 seconds of something I'm writing every week.

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Epicflow

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

It’s been a while since our last blog post about Epicflow’s latest updates , and we’ve developed a lot of new features since then. Read the article to learn how to effectively manage your project portfolio, how to leverage the power of AI for smooth workflow and timely and on-budget delivery of your multiple projects, and, of course, how to grow your business and deliver even more projects with Epicflow, and all this upon keeping your data safe.

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

With generative AI, the technology game has changed — suddenly everyone is a potential programmer. But as we travel these technological leaps forward, there’s still a fundamental, longstanding capability every organization will need to realize AI’s true potential: judgment. That idea of judgment in the age of AI was a central tenet of the work of the authors’ late colleague, visionary friend, and longtime HBR contributor Alessandro Di Fiore.

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Strategic Planning and Management Insights

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Darryl Stickel, the Founder of Trust Unlimited, brings us into the framework of building trust effectively with other people through the ten levers.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

In the relentless pursuit of profitability, companies often find themselves facing a multitude of challenges. Whether it’s optimizing operational efficiency, enhancing marketing strategies, or making data-driven decisions, the journey towards increased profitability is often complex. Business consulting services have emerged as catalysts of success, providing expert guidance and strategies to help companies thrive.

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Chad Barr

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

As the major Jewish holidays begin to wind down, with just a couple more on the horizon, my wife Laurel and I find ourselves reflecting on the profound experiences we’ve had. Laurel led worship services with her beautiful voice, while I had the “arduous” task of accompanying her on the guitar. Yes, I know, I have the cushy job! Several weekends each month, we have the privilege of engaging with our senior community residents through multiple services.

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Hollywood films have long been made by teams of independent contractors and employees of different production companies brought together for short-term projects. Companies have embraced this model for transformations, with data showing that 45% of the people on these projects are not regular employees. Managing a disparate group like this can be a challenge, but team leaders can overcome that by working to create one culture, making work personal, and empowering the team leader.

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Action Plan

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Last week I was listening to an interview with Wil Wheaton who played Wesley Crusher in Star Trek, The Next Generation. And he was talking about being a geek. He said, “That thing that we all have in common that makes us geeks or nerds, no matter what it’s about… is that passionate, unself-conscious enthusiasm, that crazy, ‘I want to talk about it and go all-in on it,’ type of mindset!

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Business Consulting Agency

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In today’s dynamic and competitive business landscape, companies often face a multitude of challenges that can hinder their growth and success. Business consulting services have emerged as invaluable allies for organizations seeking to overcome these challenges. In this article, we will explore how professional help through business consulting services can ease the journey of surmounting these obstacles.

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Ben de Haldevang

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The latest in our series of Agile Gorilla Podcasts where we talk through a deal of interest. In this episode, we talk through the challenges of leadership in a cross border transaction, dealing with the regulators, and where to focus. Let me know what you think!

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The landscape of work is changing, yet people’s aspiration to build careers with moral value — that is, work that aligns with shared understandings of what’s right and good — remains constant. While doing so is difficult, it’s also worthwhile: Our careers take up an enormous amount of our time and energy, and it’s essential to feel that we’re creating careers aligned with our moral values.

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Seth Godin Blog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

When an organization first sets out to have an impact, it discovers that it has no customers, no clients, no constituents. So it shows up, it makes an offer and it listens. The early days are exciting. Customers are seen and heard and served. Variations are created and value is produced as problems are solved. In the early days, the most celebrated employees are the ones who figure out what someone needs and then determines a way to fill that need.

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Business Consulting Agency

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Expanding into the United States market is a dream for many companies worldwide. With its immense consumer base, diverse market segments, and opportunities for growth, the US offers a tantalizing prospect. However, the complexities of entering this market can be daunting, making it crucial for companies to seek the expertise of US market entry consulting services.

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LSA Global

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Do You Know Why Your Employee Engagement Scores Are Not Improving? Even though most company leaders espouse the importance and value of employee engagement , the majority of companies are not doing what it takes to meaningfully boost employee engagement scores. Sadly, 80% of employees believe that engagement surveys do not drive meaningful outcomes.

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Inventory challenges aren’t new. Electronics littered shelves in 2001 after the dot-com bubble burst. In 2009, the financial crash left manufacturers with excess inventory when consumer buying power suddenly dropped. And now, the high-tech industry is feeling the weight of a volatile market that has led to excess component inventory. Measuring inventory momentum can help leaders address the problem.

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Seth Godin Blog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Make it easy! they insist. One of the longest-running direct response ads of all time was for a piano playing course. For more than forty years, people mailed in money for a simple, fast way to impress their friends by playing the piano. They sold a lot of manuals, but I’m guessing not many people actually learned to play. And every year, there are new electronic devices, pills and procedures that promise to help people lose weight or get fit without trying very hard.

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