Harvard Business

JUNE 8, 2018

Since then, we interviewed several chief financial officers (CFOs) of leading technology companies and senior analysts of investment banks who follow technology companies. Business students have traditionally considered net present value, payback period, and hurdle rates as necessary tools to determine which project to select.

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Harvard Business

MARCH 10, 2017

Yet much of the data from sources such as CRM reporting tools and time studies is self-reported, and thus inherently flawed. Consider the case of a company selling basic supplies to businesses. We also conducted traditional qualitative research, such as interviews and ride-alongs, to shed light on the root causes.

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 3, 2019

Here are some questions to ask your recruiter, interviewer or APM coordinator: How long has the APM program been around? Here are some questions to ask your recruiter, interviewer or APM coordinator: Could you connect me to 2 or 3 potential APM managers? How many cohorts have graduated from it? How big is the average cohort?

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Productivity How To Recruiting Recruitment 60

Harvard Business

JULY 11, 2017

When we recently interviewed top M&A executives in Europe about their experience, fully three-quarters of them said that digital disruption has had a relatively large impact or even requires a complete overhaul of their M&A strategy. Thankfully, there are digital tools to complement the traditional sources of information.

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Harvard Business

MAY 9, 2017

While sports are different from other industries in many respects, baseball makes a good test case for this kind of study for several reasons. Sure, it can be a tool for broader pay equity and for employee motivation. Two employees interviewed by the New York Times ultimately quit.

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Harvard Business

MAY 3, 2018

We visited and interviewed farmers in Italy, Germany, and the UK to find out why the platform had bombed. Surprisingly, the interviews did not reveal any unequivocal reasons for why farmers shunned the platform. Their relative value is remarkable across a variety of metrics, such as purchases and frequency of use.

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Harvard Business

AUGUST 31, 2018

To look into this question, I conducted a case study as part of my dissertation research involving 23 women of color at a Fortune 500 company. Sixteen women were interviewed and seven others participated in a focus group. And what factors helped or hindered advancement in their organization?

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Harvard Business

APRIL 6, 2016

These cases clearly point to the importance of understanding how platform-employers operate, and how work is structured within semi-automated, algorithmic management systems. We also conducted seven in-depth interviews and had numerous conversations with drivers to explore worker experiences of the on-demand economy. Insight Center.

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Harvard Business

DECEMBER 13, 2017

Some examples of these competencies include: Conducting customer interviews and user testing. Defining and tracking success metrics. If not self-aware, a PM may push to prioritize a feature they conceived even when all the customer interviews and evidence is stacked against it. Running design sprints. Company Fit.

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Productivity Management Engineering Case Interview 28

Harvard Business

AUGUST 29, 2016

but you should make time to do things like participate in their team meetings, watch them give feedback, or conduct job interviews. Finkelstein says you can ask directly or use a 360 tool to assess how you’re doing. Case Study #1: Model the behavior you want to see. ” Case Study #2: Work closely together.

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Management Consulted

OCTOBER 16, 2016

BTS GROUP INTERVIEWS AND CULTURE. In 2006, they acquired The Real Learning Company, which specializes in providing models, tools and programs for mapping, developing and managing performance for individuals and teams. BTS GROUP INTERVIEWS. Round two is with a Manager, and is a standard case interview.

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Harvard Business

OCTOBER 9, 2018

As is so often the case, the smallest changes can have the biggest impact. Perhaps news recently came out about a competitor that was able to take advantage of a new tool to optimize their marketing funnel. Is real-time web traffic an important metric for the team to keep an eye on? Install a TV showing a few data dashboards.

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Tsavo Neal

JANUARY 25, 2018

Interview an expert. Interviewing a potential client. Case studies. By starting your own podcast, and interviewing other thought-leaders in your industry for your episodes, you’ll become a fantastic resource for your industry. It can be as simple as a phone interview via Skype, which you record and upload to iTunes.

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CaseInterview.com

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

In the case interview process for McKinsey, one of the early evaluations is “Solve,” McKinsey’s digital assessment game (formerly called the McKinsey Problem Solving Game). It is unclear why this is the case. This is allowed in Solve, McKinsey’s digital assessment game, so it’s useful to practice with those tools as well.

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Harvard Business

JUNE 3, 2016

Over the years, online community research has matured from novelty to necessity – an essential tool for marketing professionals. In many cases, being recognized as an insider and influencer who can impact a brand – then see that impact in action – is motivating enough.

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Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

There also are new assessment tools based on advancements in brain science, emotional intelligence, and relational modeling; new computer aided algorithms for decision-making; virtual reality simulations; and a host of new experiential programs, online courses, and university certifications.

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Leadership Handbook Healthcare Emotional Intelligence 49

Harvard Business

APRIL 22, 2016

They select potential candidates largely based on resumes—a tool that rarely provides a full and accurate assessment of a person’s skills or potential fit. At Humana, Korn Ferry used case simulations prior to recommending Bruce Broussard as CEO. They all use some version of tryouts or auditions to select their talent.

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