Steve Shu Consulting

JULY 28, 2015

There are four books that I recommend as core to the generic practice of consulting. Process Consultation by Edgar Schein (dry read). Flawless Consulting by Peter Block (optional and highly recommended for those coming from engineering versus consulting backgrounds). These are: The McKinsey Way by Ethan Rasiel.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 25, 2024

Why finding your voice is the key that unlocks your consulting or coaching potential Finding your voice isn't just about getting on the stage as a speaker; it's the main thing you need to launch your business, create compelling content, write that book you've dreamed about, and yes, take the stage with confidence.

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Steve Shu Consulting

APRIL 26, 2010

It is atypical for me to write a book review for this blog, but Nilofer Merchant’s “ The New How: Creating Business Solutions Through Collaborative Strategy ” is very respectable contribution to both audiences of this blog and the process of strategy development in general. through customized, experiential learning sessions.

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Management Consulted

DECEMBER 23, 2013

We’re starting a series of guest posts offered by staff, readers and interns that are reviews of books we think are helpful for those interested in consulting (specifically) and business (in general). If you are pondering how management consulting got this far, this book is for you. 3 interesting book insights.

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Consulting Success

MARCH 28, 2022

Shannon Susko‘s book, Metronomics, explains what systems your company needs to grow. Balancing strategy, execution, cash, cultural, cohesive, human, and leadership is very important. Learn how to unite these systems into one regimen that works for you and your team.

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Consulting Matters

JUNE 1, 2023

During our discussion, we explored Dorie's journey into entrepreneurship and how she transitioned from the non-profit world to consulting. We also delved into her networking strategies for introverts, leveraging unique advantages, and establishing credibility through content and publications.

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Consulting Matters

OCTOBER 13, 2022

I asked Contacts Count President and Networking Guru Vern Schellenger to do an on-air coaching session with me to help me craft my own personal and business networking strategy. Book a call with me at www.betsyjordyn.com/schedule, and let's chat about your project. Tune into this special interview where I'm in the hot seat!

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Management Consulted

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Books have been written on the topic, and … Continued. The post Strategy, Simplified appeared first on Management Consulted. What will cause us, as we navigate the daunting gap between good and great, to succeed or fail? Honestly, I don’t know.

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Consulting Success

JUNE 18, 2018

Maybe it’s time for you to start an exit strategy the BraveHeart way with Randy and Ellen Long to teach you how. Randy is CEO of Long Business Advisors, LLC, creator of the BraveHeart Planning Process, and author of the book, The BraveHeart Exit: 7 Steps to Creating Your Family Business Legacy. Ellen is a mentor at TekMountain and.

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Markovitz Consulting

DECEMBER 17, 2018

The title of Art Smalley’s new book, Four Types of Problems , is misleading. In that regards, it’s an excellent reference book that belongs on every bookshelf. This is the classic example that probably every consultant has used to demonstrate the 5-Why approach to finding root cause. This strategy will rarely be successful.

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Brimstone Consulting

DECEMBER 20, 2021

New Books on Leadership and Change. Earlier this year, we shared a list of 31 books on leadership and change. Comprised of books we have found helpful in our careers and ones we often recommend to leaders, the list included recent publications and ones that have stood the test of time. 8 Insightful New Reads.

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Consulting Matters

APRIL 28, 2022

We worked through her brand positioning as a consultant to the sports industry who transformed front-line teams into brand ambassadors, which made logical sense given her experience working for the Red Sox, Dodgers, and the Cubs. On a personal note, before working with Jahaan, I was primarily focused on brand building for consultants.

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Consulting Matters

MAY 25, 2023

Learn more: [link] Join this action-learning mastermind community for proven consulting/coaching marketing & sales strategies, time-saving tools, easy-to-follow templates, revenue-generating copywriting skills and community support to. Ensure you're booked solid with clients you love.

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Steve Shu Consulting

JUNE 30, 2010

included me on her distribution list for an advanced reading copy of her new book, The 24-Hour Customer. I cannot say enough good things about this book. In my mind, the book is excellent for executives, strategists, marketing, and innovators. But a better strategy is to start by thinking about “why” people purchase.

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Consulting Matters

MARCH 21, 2024

BUT before you give up on the engagement, listen into this episode for insight into this complex personality discover and personal growth strategies to help you deal with it. About My Guest: Chuck DeGroat is a licensed therapist, spiritual director, author of five books, and retreat leader/speaker.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 25, 2017

In 2010 after the voters ejected him from government, Lord Mandelson launched a consultancy called Global Counsel of which he is still Chairman. The Lords authorities have accepted this for over six years, although all the publicly available evidence suggests that the firm is really a public affairs consultancy. Formulating strategies.

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Consulting Success

MAY 10, 2021

Perry Marshall, one of the most expensive business strategists in the world and well-known for his book, 80/20 Sales and Marketing, has come to talk with Michael Zipursky on growing a business through elimination. Perry explains the principles.

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Henry DeVries

JULY 28, 2022

Book designer, consultant, and founder of Printed Page Studios Rachel Valliere shares the importance of publishing a well-designed book.

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Kai Davis

DECEMBER 5, 2022

This week, I have book recommendations for you! With the Holiday season coming up, you’re likely thinking of books to buy those special (business) people in your life — or getting asked questions like, “Hey, uh, what books are you interested in? On to the first entry in this year’s book recommendation list!

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ConsultX

AUGUST 10, 2021

Our list of highly recommended books to help you succeed as a consultant. This realistic, in-the-trenches guide offers six strategies that, when combined, give you a step-by-step approach for reaching entrepreneurial success. Small business consultant and author Michael E. Step by step, Crush It!

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Wakeman Consulting Group: Dave's Blog

JUNE 25, 2023

I was reading a book analyzing Peter Drucker’s approach to teaching and at the end there was a section on things to consider. That got me thinking about sharing a few ideas about what we should all be considering when we think about strategy. Does this strategy give you more power? What does success look like? Your market?

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Kai Davis

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Consistently, a year or so later, one or two people write back and say something like: Hey, I bought that expensive book on Value-Based Pricing from Weiss after you recommended it. A good book, but a little dry. Value-Based Fees is probably one of the highest-impact books I’ve read from a dollar perspective.

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Chad Barr

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Please provide me with three distinct [topic of interest] strategies. Each strategy should have a unique approach and please name each of the strategies. Would you please provide me now with the pros and cons of each of the strategies taking into consideration all that you know about [topic of interest field]?

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 16, 2020

A couple of days ago I wrote an article that differentiates between consultants and coaches and the respective business models. Quick Recap on the Difference Between Consultants and Coaches. Consultants and coaches are both executive advisors. The difference between the two is the way that they advise their clients.

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Successful Independent Consulting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Do some market-rate benchmarking to learn what other consultants are charging, or what clients are paying. Try doing a quick survey of similar consultants you know (maybe ask them to select from list of price ranges). Or search the internet: for example, “typical consultant rate for organizational design in New York.”

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On the Brink Podcast

MARCH 6, 2023

Hear what good leaders should really be thinking about Richard Medcalf describes himself as "what you get if you were to put a McKinsey consultant, a slightly unorthodox pastor and an entrepreneur into a blender.” In this podcast, you'll hear from an amazing thinker who has tackled strategic challenges in companies all over the world.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 27, 2022

Dan Weedin, a treasured colleague of mine for over ten years, is an experienced entrepreneur, thought leader, author, and award-winning speaker who has a passion for consulting, coaching, and mentoring other entrepreneurs and business professionals. Get the Back 9 Walking book at back9walking.com. It's also on amazon.

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Successful Independent Consulting

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Independent consultants need to think the same way. Clarify what you do and/or what makes you different from other consultants. For example: not “ Management Consultant ” but “ Leadership for Companies in Transition. ” These brands represent certain values. In our field this is called personal branding. Just do it! Pun intended.)

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 8, 2020

In this blog post I take you through the 5 smart strategies that will help you figure out what's next and how to make it real. Here's five different paths high-achievers typically take when they find themselves at a career crossroads: Start a consulting business. Become a freelancer or contractor with consulting firms.

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Steve Shu Consulting

JULY 4, 2015

I am also open to getting more book recommendations. Business and Strategy. Blue Ocean Strategy (Kim and Mauborgne). Perhaps you’ll find something of here of interest to you for your weekend read. Psychology, Behavioral Economics and Finance. Designing for Behavior Change (Wendel). Design-Driven Innovation (Verganti).

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Steve Shu Consulting

MAY 4, 2018

Individual consultants and engagement managers usually develop their own ways of organizing information. For example, there may be four major workstreams at the top level like assessment, financial modeling, technology options, and business strategy. Have clear consultant assignments and owners for workstreams and major activity areas.

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Successful Independent Consulting

JANUARY 30, 2024

If you provide services to companies as an independent consultant or to business professionals as an executive coach, you should be using LinkedIn to help build your business. For other tips about pricing, I recommend the book “ Name Your Price ” and PICA’s workshop listed below.) For pricing, select Contact for pricing.

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Consulting Matters

MAY 26, 2022

Katie is a leadership consultant, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and best-selling author. Second, if you're a consultant or coach who works with organizations, pay attention to how you can consider these best practices as part of your consulting and coaching. Katie's strategy for development professionals who love to learn.

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Successful Independent Consulting

APRIL 1, 2024

I’ve mentored and represented hundreds of independent consultants and repeatedly I see those with a well-defined niche win more work. Conversely, I know dozens of in-demand consultants who easily pop to mind when a client describes a particular problem. Were you involved with the strategy, planning, implementation, or all of the above?

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Consulting Matters

MARCH 3, 2021

Most of these consultants and coaches love what they do. They are not sitting up at night wondering how to find a coach that will unlock their authenticity or a consultant who has a 5-step methodology for aligning people, processes and profits. One of my favorite things to write and talk about is copywriting. Go to Amazon.

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Consulting Matters

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Spoiler alert: You don’t need a ton of entrepreneurial experience to launch your own consulting or coaching business If you’re like a lot of aspiring consulting or coaching business owners, you may have thought, “I’d love to become my own boss, but I don’t have enough entrepreneurial experience or skills!”

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Management Consulted

APRIL 27, 2014

A prospective management consultant without basic business understanding is like a camera tripod with 2 legs — it just won’t work out for you. What will you learn from starting a business that will help you prepare for consulting? – and perhaps more importantly, you will have firsthand experience in business strategy. .

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