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Eight Secret Weapons of the Modern Consultant

Steve Shu Consulting

For some further discussion on this topic, I wrote a management consulting post awhile back on “Articulating and Rearticulating Problem Statements” ( [link] ). For more info on the engagement management topic, readers may consider reading my post at [link]. The second key frame is driving towards answering “So What?”

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What Does an Instructional Designer Do?

Clarity Consultants

With that in mind, here’s an introduction to the world of instructional designers. They also partner with subject matter experts to further define any training requirements and what material needs to be included. In turn, they’re frequently made aware of professionals in instructional designer roles. What Is an Instructional Designer?

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Tips for Sending Successful Messages on LinkedIn

Tom Spencer

Step 1: Use a compelling subject line. Use that information, make it unique, and craft a specific subject line. Keep this in mind as you craft your second paragraph, the meat of your message, where you dive in to why you’re writing. Is this someone you know and need advice from? Someone you share a contact with?

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Critical Analysis Skills can put you a Step Ahead

Tom Spencer

If you lack a strong background and understanding of a particular subject area, reading a couple of background papers to familiarise yourself with the topic can help you to get up to speed. If time is a constraint, you may sometimes have to simply state that you are unable to give an adequate judgement.

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Success and Happiness Booster

Chad Barr

Although I have written on this topic ad nauseam, I study these topics continually and enjoy expanding my mind while sharing my findings. Success and happiness are subjective from one person to another. Most of us are constantly looking for ways to increase our success and happiness.

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Consulting’s Unofficial Interview Hurdle – The Airplane Test

Tom Spencer

However, there is another hurdle that you must keep in mind as you get ready to apply – the airplane test. If you know about the key events and happenings in major sports, you will be able to hold a conversation about a topic that many consultants enjoy talking about.

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For Independent Consultants, Business Development = Relationship Development

Successful Independent Consulting

Take for example real estate agents, who are experts at keeping their names fresh in people’s minds: At least once a week I get a postcard listing recent home sales in my neighborhood. This is why being known for something is so important, as is keeping your name top of mind. The subject was “Happy Birthday!”