Steve Shu Consulting

JULY 27, 2022

Try statistical modeling”: [link] McKinsey article, “Knowing when to stop: finding an appropriate sample in design research”: [link] Forbes article, “How McKinsey Develops New Breakthrough Insight”: [link] MedPage article, “McKinsey Reveals Methods; Critics Not Appeased”: [link] US Senate Committee on Finance, (..)

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Harvard Business

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Many companies sit on piles of cash, even when rates of return suggest they shouldn’t. Researchers have pointed to multiple reasons, including flexibility for M&A and tax advantages. But new research suggests it’s also a form of insurance, especially for smaller firms.

Company 94

Company Insurance Insurance Research 94

Harvard Business

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Only 23 of the 568 companies included in the Fortune 500 since 1997 were under 15 years old when they entered. But right now, there are three forces converging that might transform finance and other industries. The second is a massive migration of tech talent from big finance to big tech. The first is the explosive growth of AI.

Banking 92

Banking Finance Talent Industry 92

Consulting Matters

APRIL 13, 2023

Brad had an unconventional start to his career after meeting his boss's boss while studying finance at college. During his twelve-and-a-half-year tenure, he worked in finance and strategic planning before taking over as leader of Epcot theme park on the week of 911, 2001.

Consulting 156

Consulting Finance Turnaround Healthcare 156

LSA Global

APRIL 4, 2024

An HR Guide to Company Culture and Your Organizational DNA When it comes to people and organizational dynamics, the concept of company culture can seem nebulous and less vital when compared company strategies, systems, people, or finances. The truth is that different companies do things and present themselves differently.

Culture 36

Culture Company Recruiting Recruitment 36

Strategy+Business

JULY 23, 2017

The relationship between a chief financial officer (CFO) and chief human resources officer (CHRO) can turn a company around. Between them, they control the major sources of capital available to a company: human, financial, and often information technology.

Finance 76

Finance Company Information Technology Information Technology 76

Progressus

AUGUST 28, 2023

Since the performance level of sub-contractors is a reflection of the company that hired them, it’s critical to effectively manage them throughout the course of daily operations until a project is complete. In addition to company information, it is useful to learn more about the personnel who may be an assigned to your project.

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Engineering Company Management Financial 52

Harvard Business

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Historically, smaller, lower-tier suppliers have had trouble obtaining financing. They are making it easier for them to use assets such as approved invoices, inventories, and purchase orders to access financing from outside investors or focal companies. New fintech platforms are changing that.

Finance 79

Finance Company Operations Management 79

Steve Shu Consulting

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

In March 2023, I will be guest speaking to DBA students at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology about implementing behavioral finance initiatives in corporations, an area that I have worked in for more than a third of my three-decade-some working career. Much thanks to Prof. Anirban Mukhopadhyay for inviting me.

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Finance Case Study Case Studies Study 30

Business Consulting Agency

AUGUST 30, 2022

Are you starting a new company? Consultants work with any size company to provide the necessary support. Capital/Financing. Get better results with the help of a business consultant from companies such as the Business Consulting Agency. Are you starting a new company? The post Starting A New Company?

Company 52

Company Cash Flow Advertising Sales 52

Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Investment bankers work on behalf of both individual and institutional clients to raise capital by issuing securities, as well as to advise clients on financial matters such as mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate finance activities. How would you value a company with negative historical cash flow?

Banking 88

Banking Industry Finance Cash Flow 88

Steve Shu Consulting

JANUARY 6, 2022

Welcome to Applied Behavioral Economics in Finance and Marketing (AEM 6150)! The course is especially geared toward students who may consider future professions in consumer finance, marketing, product development, data science, or consulting/advisory.

Finance 39

Finance Marketing Course Development 39

Tom Spencer

OCTOBER 16, 2021

Knowing the ins and outs of upcoming trends in finance is indispensable for any aspiring consultant. A prime example for such a question is how finance is adapting to the issue of climate change, and might assist its mitigation. Green Finance.

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Financial Insurance Insurance Finance 88

MishTalk

MARCH 21, 2014

Inquiring minds are tuning into a report on the Ponzi finance setup in China. Our analysis indicates that China’s economy has arrived at that unstable state where speculative and Ponzi finance appear to dominate. Most assume China can grow at 7% a year, a notion that I have challenged on many occasions. Morgan Stanley agrees.

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Finance Cash Flow Banking Government 75

Harvard Business

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Currently, many companies fall short in quality and consistency of sustainability disclosures, highlighting a significant skills gap in the workforce. The curriculum should foster a common language between disciplines, such as sustainability and accounting, and include hands-on experiential learning.

Finance 88

Finance Government Change Management Financial 88

Steve Shu Consulting

JANUARY 4, 2023

this legislation covers finance and retirement-related considerations. Has your company done a behavioral audit on the implications to constituents of specific defaults, such as default values, structure, and outcomes? Have you thought about implications to your company? Should your company make any changes?

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Construction Journal Agile Tools 195

Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

New generative AI-enabled tools are rapidly emerging to assist and transform knowledge work in industries ranging from education and finance to law and medicine. Companies are starting to introduce generative AI-powered innovations into their processes, and to promulgate policies on how to use the tools safely.

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Tools Finance Education Policies 98

Harvard Business

JULY 17, 2017

When I ask students graduating from Harvard Business School what they’re doing next, I often get some version of “I’m going into finance but…” Then they quickly explain that finance is just a way station on the route to nobler goals. And it is truly fascinating.

Finance 28

Finance Insurance Insurance Financial 28

Steve Shu Consulting

APRIL 19, 2018

Back in 2010, I was part of a team that started one of the early behavioral finance centers with one of the investment manufacturing firms in the United States. One key observation I’ve had is that certain companies can have different strategies for implementing behavioral economics. Mercer UK – Personalised Pension Videos.

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Mercer Finance Financial Leadership 186

Tom Spencer

APRIL 21, 2023

Equity researchers, also known as stock analysts, are professionals who conduct in-depth research and analysis on publicly traded companies to help investors understand the potential risks and returns associated with owning a particular stock. One of the key responsibilities of an equity researcher is to conduct financial analysis.

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Research Balance Sheet Cash Flow Analysis 88

Consulting Matters

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

After a 20-year career as a leader at Wyndham, Lori Smith decided that she had done all she could for the company she loved. She knew she didn't want to start over in another company and considered starting her own consulting business when she signed up to work with me on her Brand Messaging & Positioning program.

Process Improvement 156

Process Improvement How To Finance Training 156

Harvard Business

MARCH 31, 2017

If you’re not a numbers person, finance is daunting. ” If you’re unable to contribute to a discussion on the company’s performance, you’re unlikely to advance. Stop avoiding finance because you’re afraid of numbers. Think of it this way, “Finance is the way businesses keep score.

Finance 28

Finance Balance Sheet How To Metrics 28

MishTalk

DECEMBER 3, 2014

Ukraine''s just-named "Finance Minister" is a US citizen, and Ukraine''s new "Economy Minister" is from Lithuania. citizen and chief executive of private equity group Horizon Capital, will take over as "Finance Minister". Ukraine has a new finance minister, Natalie Jaresko. Her company site (Horizon Capital) is down now.

Finance 77

Finance Government Policies Financial 77

Harvard Business

JULY 18, 2023

This self-knowledge gives you the lens through which to evaluate fit as you look at a company. 3) Get your finances in order. The more prepared you are, the less impactful the layoff will be on your mental health and finances — and the easier it will be to find a new job. 2) Develop a list of your own top values.

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Resumes Finance Data Financial 63

CaseInterview.com

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

Medium term I want to settle in Silicon Valley and found my own company. At the same time one of the big tech companies has offered me a position in Silicon Valley. As an engineer + MBB + tech business experience, you could raise financing from a VC if you wanted. If you need to stay in the U.S.

Company 49

Company Case Interview Engineering Interviews 49

Steve Shu Consulting

AUGUST 11, 2010

Entrepreneurial situations in large companies differ from that of startups, yet one thing that they seem to share is that they often represent “hope” in one way or another. This post provides a peek at some of the situations, complexities, and steps to resolution that I have seen. No money committed / no budget.

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Company Finance Sales Development 150

CaseInterview.com

OCTOBER 23, 2021

It is the default premise of many country, company, and academic-institution cultures. It is also, frankly, an implicit promise of joining a company like McKinsey. What is said jokingly in a Harvard Business School finance class is that the most important thing you need to know about finance is to hire a CFO… from Wharton.

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Finance Culture McKinsey Operations 111

Progressus

MARCH 27, 2024

Advanced Projects is a single, cloud-based solution that provides what professional services companies need, including robust business management functionality such as financial management and customer relationship management (CRM) functionality.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Resources Financial Finance 52

MishTalk

DECEMBER 28, 2013

RT reports French broadcasting watchdog CSA eager to tax YouTube, Facebook, Dailymotion France''s Superior Council of Audiovisual, an independent broadcasting authority, wants to impose taxes on media giants like YouTube, Facebook and Dailymotion to force them to contribute to financing French culture. billion ($1.8

Finance 78

Finance Culture Film Advertising 78

Steve Shu Consulting

JULY 22, 2016

Inside Nudging is written for management professionals and scientists to feed their thinking and discussions about implementing behavioral science initiatives (which includes behavioral economics and finance) in business settings. Companies need to develop grit – the ability and fortitude to succeed.

Finance 150

Finance Development Company Research 150

Steve Shu Consulting

JULY 22, 2016

Inside Nudging is written for management professionals and scientists to feed their thinking and discussions about implementing behavioral science initiatives (which includes behavioral economics and finance) in business settings. Companies need to develop grit – the ability and fortitude to succeed.

Finance 150

Finance Development Company Research 150

Tom Spencer

JANUARY 31, 2021

Since in most consulting companies you will work on cases across multiple industries, you will get a chance to develop an awareness of those industries. Since consulting encompasses arguably every industry out there, most companies don’t look for one specific background from applicants. Exit Opportunities. Ambiguous Background.

Consulting 88

Consulting Finance Industry Study 88

Successful Independent Consulting

OCTOBER 22, 2017

“Catalant connects the world’s leading companies with over 40,000 experts and firms to meet on-demand business needs.” Formerly HourlyNerd, the company claims to have 650 client companies in 120 countries. The company prefers to pay on a 1099 tax basis, although some clients still insist on a W-2 payment to the consultant.

Talent 150

Talent Finance Consulting Development 150

MishTalk

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

The last bubble is seldom reblown, but what about bubbles twice removed? In what seems like a reply of 2000, … Continue reading →

Finance 28

Finance Company 28

Rick Conlow

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Companies lose billions of dollars a year because of poor customer service. Few companies have learned how to get better and lead their markets. Companies most often fail because they lack the commitment, patience, investment, values, and they do not know how. The 5 cultural habits of customer driven companies.

Leadership 52

Leadership eBook Video Training 52

Management Consulted

JANUARY 29, 2017

Here are 6 ways to prepare for consulting as you wait for the next chance to drop that resume: 1) Go work for a brand name company, but do something that is sales, operations, or strategy related. 4) Get a job in finance, but not personal finance (financial advisory consulting or in an internal finance department of a company).

Consulting 100

Consulting Finance Resumes Healthcare 100

Tom Spencer

JUNE 9, 2023

By analyzing the sentiment expressed in customer feedback a company can identify common pain points or areas of praise. For example, Alibaba, a leading Chinese e-commerce company, could conduct sentiment analysis of customer reviews of individual products and services, and use these insights to modify existing products and develop new ones.

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