Successful Independent Consulting

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

being paid on a 1099 tax basis as a business instead of on a W-2 tax basis like a temp worker makes a huge difference to your profitability for two key reasons: You can pay less tax. In other words, I had received 1099 tax statements from my clients for that tax year; I did not have any W-2 tax statements. Absolutely! In the U.S.,

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David A Fields

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Should you take more time off from your consulting firm? The post Quitting for 2 Months Made My Consulting Firm Millions. Let’s examine a case study. Quite a few years ago, I decided to take a month off from my consulting practice—standard fare for Europeans but basically unheard of in the U.S. No client … Continued.

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Steve Shu Consulting

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

As an example, for Door 3 students could put me in the hotspot by having me present a short piece of research and then quiz me based on concepts in Chapters 1 and 2 of the course book. Only time will tell I suppose. Regardless, in the end I think students had a good experience.

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Successful Independent Consulting

OCTOBER 27, 2023

They don’t know to add a hefty margin to cover things like self-employment tax, business expenses, health insurance, and nonbillable time spent on business administration. Or they haven’t raised their rates consistently over time, or they haven’t switched to a fixed fee. Then multiply that number by 2, 2.5,

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Successful Independent Consulting

APRIL 1, 2024

Exercise #2: Study Your Work History. If you were a full-time employee at a company, think about any special projects or task forces, either as a team member or subject matter expert. I think the project really benefitted from your contribution to the… 2. It takes introspection and iteration, and often help from other people.

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Successful Independent Consulting

APRIL 27, 2022

There’s a lot of confusion over the terms used for workers who aren't full-time employees: Gig worker Temp Freelancer Contractor Consultant Solopreneur For professional independent consultants, wading through the confusion is critical. Friends don’t let friends W-2! Freelancers direct their own work and are usually paid by the job.

Consulting 195

Consulting Accenture Hotels Nonprofit 195

David A Fields

JUNE 11, 2019

Look, if finding extra time were as easy chunking your day into time blocks, or starting with … Continued. The post 3 Tips to Gain 2 Extra Hours a Day appeared first on David A. You somehow have to balance project work with finding clients and annoying administrivia.

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Steve Shu Consulting

JANUARY 15, 2023

This Sunday morning, I tried to spend time thinking about how I could help people. 1+1 > 2) by making it unexpected and personalized, results in the largest results. 2 (2002): 300-309. Could I help someone to get a job? Perhaps make a valuable introduction for someone? Give them an insight? higher tips. higher tips.

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Steve Shu Consulting

JANUARY 9, 2023

16 oz is 2 cups. Other times its about conveying feelings, connections, and story arc. Just-in-time (e.g., More than thirty years ago, I principally thought like a traditional engineer. Then I magically met my wife and started a journey of getting in touch with my feelings. Mental associations (e.g., Social (e.g.,

Engineering 195

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MishTalk

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

The reduction in CBO’s projections of hours worked represents a decline in the number of full-time-equivalent workers of about 2.0 The decline in full-time-equivalent employment stemming from the ACA will consist of some people not being employed at all and other people working fewer hours. million in 2017, rising to about 2.5

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Harvard Business

MARCH 28, 2024

For companies struggling to actually see results from their data program, it might be time to make a fresh start. 2) Many companies try to tackle issues that are too difficult straight out of the gate. 2) Many companies try to tackle issues that are too difficult straight out of the gate.

Data 81

Data Company Management 81

Tom Spencer

JANUARY 26, 2024

Inflation, which refers to a general increase in the price of goods and services, results in a reduction in the purchasing power of money over time. remained stable, at or below the Fed’s 2% target. This is significantly above the Fed’s 2% target rate of inflation. Since 2008, the rate of inflation in the U.S. in 2020.

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Harvard Business

APRIL 5, 2024

2) respond “How else?” to challenges, 3) give people time to think by encouraging playfulness, and 4) make training a game. The author, the former Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney, argues that creativity is the missing piece to make upskilling engaging and effective.

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Training Training Strategy Strategy 72

Harvard Business

APRIL 17, 2024

This can be particularly true for people who have worked at a company for a long time.

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Consulting Matters

MARCH 7, 2024

But I have only had a podcast for a little over 2 and go figure, it’s turned into one of the favorite things I do with my business. So next time when your learning curve overwhelm threatens the achievement of your goals, hear my voice saying to you – you got this! And right now!

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Harvard Business

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The world of work is changing fast and the most important thing to do is realize that the old playbooks, especially around talent management, will not work — now, it’s time to adapt. Leaders should focus on three big shifts that will set their businesses up for new levels of success in the age of AI.

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Talent Management 97

Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Time off doesn’t always go as planned. The author recommends five strategies: 1) Take inventory of your health and energy; 2) Ease back into work; 3) Reflect on the positives; reframe and learn from the negatives; 4) Use the fresh start effect to set up new routines; and 5) Clarify what you need for future time off.

Energy 88

Energy Strategy Strategy Strategy& 88

Epicflow

DECEMBER 14, 2023

While the complexity of construction projects is increasing, digitalization provides construction companies with a number of benefits: high efficiency of processes, precise project planning and visualization, real-time cooperation, new market opportunities, reduced risks, more effective decision-making, optimized construction costs, etc. [5;

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Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Leaders can get started by 1) making time to listen and check on the quality of workplace relationships; 2) providing a structure for growing relationships; and 3) incentivizing positive relationships.

Strategy 83

Strategy Strategy Strategy& System 83

Tom Spencer

APRIL 12, 2024

Meetings can either be a powerful catalyst for collaboration and decision-making or a drain on time and productivity. Time is a valuable resource and each meeting should contribute to the overall project goals. Craft a detailed agenda that outlines key discussion points, topics that will be covered, and time allocations.

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Harvard Business

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

In times of inflation and economic uncertainty, customer expectations of brands increase. Brands that acknowledge inflation’s effects on business show vulnerability, which, when perceived as genuine, can build customer loyalty. Conversely, brands that fail to be transparent, will lose trust.

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Marketing Strategy Strategy Strategy& 71

Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Stage 2: Authoritarian Leadership. Leaders in stages 1 and 2 use the "Power Over" approach, leaders in stages 3 and 4 use the "Power With and Within" approach. To move from stage 1 to 2 , you have to find confidence and grab a hold of an expertise. This style of leadership is about who you know and where you work.

Leadership 177

Leadership Consulting Video Course 177

Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

This technology development could not have come at a better time for the industry. State-of-the-art software even allows swift reconfiguration of parts, finally making automation attractive to high-mix, low-volume manufacturers. Take the talent crunch. Manufacturing especially is having huge problems recruiting and retaining employees.

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Recruiting Recruitment Talent Software 90

Buzzsprout

MARCH 11, 2024

Example: "In this episode, Tom Buck joins the crew to discuss Amazon's recent acquisitions, Facebook's new social audio features, and going from a 9-to-5 career to being a full-time YouTuber." Template #2. Podcast show notes services Don't have time to add one more thing to your workflow?

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Harvard Business

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The next time you’re faced with a choice, ask yourself: “Am I doing this because I believe it’s the right course of action, or because I want to be seen a certain way?” 2) Formulate your own opinions first. In this article, the author offers strategies for how to mitigate an excessive need for approval at work: 1) Do a gut check.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 30, 2023

The sheer intensity of the industry is a big reason why many consultants end up burning out within 2 years, opting to exit into more relaxed roles such as head of strategy at a startup, or venture capital. Self-care doesn’t have to be as time-consuming as you might imagine.

Consulting 78

Consulting Management Industry Exercises 78

Johanna Rothman

MARCH 29, 2022

While their lead time (from start to release) for the other projects was relatively close to Joanie's suspicions, they don't know about this project. In contrast, Team 2 started “this” project back in 2018, almost four years ago. They keep taking a long time. These are delays due to management decision time.).

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Harvard Business

OCTOBER 26, 2023

More and more businesses are turning to AI-powered technologies to help close the data-insight gap and improve their decision-making capabilities in time-critical, high-pressure situations. 2) What are some of the challenges and risks of using these technologies?

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The Fearless Marketer

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

And then I can fine-tune things over time until I start to get results. If you are stuck in Stage 1, and want to get to Stage 3, you need to go through the reality check of Stage 2. Stage 2 is called coaching. Stage 2 (coaching, inquiry, transformation), is the bridge from struggle to ease, from stuck to unstuck.

Marketing 118

Marketing Meeting 118

Johanna Rothman

JANUARY 19, 2021

You're a middle or senior manager in an organization trying to hold on in these crazy times. How do you hold both ideas at the same time? The pain from the dissonance increases over time, too. Lies Create Cost Over Time. I don't see that as a balloon mortgage over a long time. Is Answer 2 embarrassing?

Leadership 130

Leadership Report Management Productivity 130

Tom Spencer

APRIL 19, 2024

Allocate more time to sections where you need improvement, but ensure a balanced approach to cover all content areas. Practice writing essays within the allotted time to enhance your critical thinking and writing skills. Effective time management is crucial during the GMAT. Best of luck on your GMAT journey!

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Johanna Rothman

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

When I ask why, here are some of the responses I hear: They take too much time away from our “real work.” ” It's too hard to find time to meet. Meetings Exist Because They Are Real Work Why do you ask people to gather at the same time, in the “same” place? We all have them. Most of us hate them.

Meeting 115

Meeting Efficiency Tools Resources 115

Tom Spencer

JULY 7, 2023

Unlike their undergrad-sourced peers, most grad school-sourced consultants start thinking about their career next steps on an accelerated timeline, around the 2-year mark. The consulting perks of fancy dinners and luxury hotels kind of lose their appeal over time. For some, it is about having the time to date.

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Consulting Hotels Travel Groups 78

Tom Spencer

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

Reading Time: 3 minutes. If you are aiming for a consulting internship or full-time job, there is also an unavoidable hurdle you will need to jump – case interviews. The employees have already gone through this process and some of them will gladly help if they have free time. Research the company’s specific case frames.

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Case Interview Interviews Deloitte Bain 148

Johanna Rothman

JANUARY 20, 2021

Jeffrey, Squirrel, and I continued our conversation on the Troubleshooting Agile Podcast, with Part 2. We had a great time. (If The post More Fun on the Troubleshooting Agile Podcast, Part 2 appeared first on Johanna Rothman, Management Consultant. We addressed more of the Modern Management Made Easy principles.

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Agile Management Consulting 126

Tom Spencer

AUGUST 29, 2021

Getting to this score takes time, energy, and dedication. This test has more questions than the typical GMAT test, it is paper-based (meaning the questions will not be computer adaptive) and it won’t be timed. Moreover, make sure to time yourself to see how long you take for each question. Do a practice test every 2 weeks.

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Guidelines Study Exercises Energy 114

Johanna Rothman

AUGUST 31, 2022

Part 2 was about cycle time and using Cost of Delay to make easier decisions. 2 columns I want to write. Often for two weeks at a time.). I experience interruptions all the time. I chose to interrupt myself and spend the almost 2 hours finishing my profile on this new application. Zero words yesterday).

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