Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 16, 2019

When fortunate enough to have more than one consulting offer, a common sentiment is to go for the firm that is more prestigious or pays the most (oftentimes those go hand and hand). However, I always recommend that anyone who gets more than one consulting offer should think beyond prestige and pay. Areas of strength and growth.

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Effective Managers

APRIL 3, 2024

For management consultants eager to excel in their field, understanding and implementing the ISO 20700 standard is a crucial step. Live virtual training options are provided by Institutes of Management Consulting who have trainers accredited by ICMCI. Pros: Flexibility: Access course material anytime, anywhere.

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Successful Independent Consulting

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

Recently I helped a consultant land a $420,000 consulting contract. It’s an 11-month project for one consultant: $320k in consulting fees and another $100k for travel expenses. Clearly this was a big win for the consultant. April 2013: Joe reaches out to Jennifer about some consulting work.

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Successful Independent Consulting

FEBRUARY 11, 2017

The biggest stressor for self-employed management consultants is business development: how to cultivate meaningful regular work. First, consultants are good at helping clients solve problems but usually aren’t trained in sales or marketing. Independent consulting is no different. It’s vexing for a variety of reasons.

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 4, 2021

Ever since I started my undergraduate degree, I was keen on securing a job in strategy consulting. A few years at a top tier consulting firm will look fantastic on your CV and can open up many career opportunities. On top of that, travelling every week is a lot less romantic than it sounds. The pay and the reputation are great.

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 27, 2019

For those of you who signed a consulting offer, congrats! Post-graduation start-dates generally range from starting almost immediately (June) to what has colloquially been referred to as the “travel around the world” start date (early in the next calendar year). Combine Global Travel with Learning Opportunities.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 16, 2021

For many ambitious university students, management consulting can seem like the ideal industry to start a successful and fulfilling career. However, I discovered 5 reasons why consulting jobs are not as glamorous as advertised : A poor work-life-balance, with little time for hobbies and social activities.

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Management Consulted

MARCH 12, 2017

Lately, we’ve been hearing the same question from more and more law students – How do I transition to management consulting after law school? Consulting offers a better experience at a comparable pay scale. Management Consulting straight after Law School. Management Consulting straight after Law School.

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Clarity Consultants

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Second, eLearning courses allow businesses to create tailored training programs that align with organizational goals. It typically costs far less than providing in-person, instructor-led courses to a substantial number of employees. There are no travel costs for attendance.

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Management Consulted

OCTOBER 3, 2012

Last week we held an MC exclusive subscriber giveaway contest – entrants told us in 200 words or less how they became interested in consulting. The prize for best answer was a FREE Consulting Case Bank and The Consulting Bible 3rd edition – a HUGE giveaway – so we weren’t surprised when we heard from so many of you.

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The Source

APRIL 21, 2020

Consulting offers many attractions for graduates choosing a career to embark on: the high salaries, the travel opportunities, the chance to work on clients’ most complex, high-stakes business problems—to name a few. Or, at least, that used to be the case.

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Tom Spencer

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

You successfully interviewed for a position at your dream consulting firm, and you have received and accepted an offer. Whatever the case may be, you might find yourself with some time before you begin consulting. If you are returning to school, take a wildly different class than your course of study. Start Consulting.

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Tom Spencer

JULY 7, 2018

Daryl Morey took the path less travelled, the path that began with academia and consultancy. Consultancy has the power to open doors where no doors are present. Morey’s tale is only one of the more unique and interesting paths taken by former consultants in the world today. Morey knew there was no point faking it.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 20, 2020

You don't have to become a subcontractor to another consultant or coach that has mastered marketing more than you have. Offering a free consult. #4 If you want your own business so you can travel, book your trips first. I have been a consultant and coach for over 20 years. ” Get access to FREE Consulting Quick Wins!

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Consulting Matters

MARCH 27, 2018

Interview Transcript: Betsy Jordyn: Well hello there everybody it's Betsy Jordyn of the Consultants Institute, and I am so excited to finally be interviewing Michael Zipursky of Consulting Success. So you have your own business consulting success. Spend more time with loved ones, travel, do whatever is most meaningful for them.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 2, 2019

I recently sat down with my friend, Jesse, over a cup of coffee to learn more about his experience as a Deloitte consultant over the past 5 years. Aneta: Why did you choose consulting as a career? When I was completing my HBA and applying to jobs, I didn’t have much luck landing a consulting interview. Jesse: Take your time!

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Management Consulted

OCTOBER 25, 2015

We kicked off our busy travel season with our annual East Coast Fall Tour to host events with consulting clubs from the University of Virginia, the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, and Harvard Business School. Autumn weather and eager students hungry to learn about consulting are two of our favorite things!

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Tsavo Neal

JULY 20, 2017

Podcasts make amazing listening material for commutes, travel, and listening for when you don’t feel like taking out a book. I sought to find the best podcasts for consultants: podcasts that help them provide more value for their clients, acquire new business, and expand their minds.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 13, 2018

If you are in your final year at university or you have recently finished your degree, there is a chance you are looking at jobs in management consulting. Consulting is not for everyone. No matter how set you are on a consulting career, it is still possible you won’t actually like the job. Stay flexible.

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Management Consulted

DECEMBER 28, 2014

For our last major tour of the year, we started our crazy adventure in Philadelphia – joining all the wannabe consultants at Wharton’s annual Consulting Club Conference (featuring Jenny Rae as wannabe suitcase model). For those who are clueless, WUCC = Wharton Undergraduate Consulting Club.). consulting bootcamp'

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Management Consulted

MAY 25, 2014

GALLUP CONSULTING INTERVIEWS AND CULTURE. With a name that evokes the Wild Wild West, Gallup Consulting just sounds like a fun place to work. Enjoy reading about the dynamic history and impressive practices of Gallup Consulting. KEY STATS FOR GALLUP CONSULTING. Gallup Consulting Website. GALLUP CONSULTING HISTORY.

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Management Consulted

MAY 22, 2016

ARCHSTONE CONSULTING. Today we highlight Archstone Consulting, a new firm on the block that is quickly making a name for itself in the consulting neighborhood. While originally founded as an independent strategic firm, Archstone Consulting was acquired by leading enterprise benchmarking firm The Hackett Group in 2009.

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Management Consulted

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

FTI CONSULTING INTERVIEWS & CULTURE. As consulting firms go, FTI Consulting is a newcomer – but at just over 30 years old, the firm has made impressive strides to become one of the most respected name in legal analysis and data-driven research to support major initiatives for law firms, banks and the majority of the Fortune 500.

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Management Consulted

AUGUST 16, 2015

Welcome to the next installment of our “Thinking Like a Consultant” series, where we are exploring thoughts, behaviors and mindsets of successful consultants. Why, as a consulting candidate, should you care – and when does the first impression really happen? In the interview? In the lobby?

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Clarity Consultants

JANUARY 29, 2023

And while hiring the right candidates is important, there are steps you can take to ensure that they are well-equipped for the job–like taking training courses. And while there are countless training courses, choosing the one that is the best fit for you and your business is of utmost importance. In fact, in a study posted by Inc.,

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Consultant Journal

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

I’d travelled, managed a chronic health condition, and gone back to school for an MBA, all while running my company. Of course, he didn’t even have a business, just a business plan he hoped someone would fund. Take a deep dive into your own reasons for consulting – see our list of reasons to become a consultant.

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Clarity Consultants

JULY 12, 2023

With eLearning, organizations eliminate expenses associated with travel, accommodation, venue rentals, and printed materials. With insights gained from analytics, organizations can continuously improve their eLearning courses, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of employees and the business. Contact us today.

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Markovitz Consulting

JANUARY 7, 2020

The problem isn’t with this expensive “technology”—the people in the KPO, the course materials, or the andon lights. Front line workers focus on meeting takt time, while the C-Suite leaders are sequestered in conference rooms or traveling. It’s with the simple synching of front line workers with the leadership.

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Clarity Consultants

AUGUST 11, 2021

During the pandemic, higher education institutions had to adapt quickly, transitioning many traditional in-person courses into online classes. However, as time passed, the system became more streamlined and effective, allowing learning to continue regardless of where students were attending courses. Online Classes Lead to Higher ROIs.

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Tom Spencer

NOVEMBER 3, 2018

As I start my consulting career, some of the questions that I keep coming back to are: How can I stand out amongst all of these high achieving and well educated individuals, especially in the beginning? What are the keys to longevity at my firm and the greater consulting world? Being a consultant involves meeting deadlines.

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 18, 2018

Student consulting would seem to most students as an obvious first step towards a career in consulting. However, Sam Smith has recently argued in the post ‘ Student consulting – Does it deliver? This results in a misplaced comparison between the abilities of an experienced consultant and that of a student one.

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QEmploy

MAY 2, 2019

The Nordic consulting industry has experienced a drastic increase in previous years. When analyzing the market at a per-capita view, Denmark has the best performing consulting market in the Nordics. When analyzing the market at a per-capita view, Denmark has the best performing consulting market in the Nordics. Growing by 5.7%

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Management Consulted

OCTOBER 11, 2015

How in the world did Josh go from a PhD in cell and molecular biology to a job in federal consulting for The Tauri Group? Here at MC, we had the pleasure of recently interviewing Josh and asking him how he’s navigated his interesting career path, and how consulting was a great place for his passions and skills to collide.

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Business Consulting Agency

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

There is also help available through business consulting services. Working with a business consultant can quickly shed light onto options, opportunities, and more. Speaking with a business consultant through consulting services can be very beneficial. Teaching Online Courses. Local Business Consulting.

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Consultant Ninja

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

We are a universal, global consulting firm, implying that in principle we serve the range of issues on the senior agenda across all industries in most geographies. Near term, we are likely to see continued contraction in the consulting market. Our purpose is to serve the senior agenda of the world’s leading institutions.

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Management Consulted

JUNE 1, 2009

I wanted to take this time to welcome new readers, share a few of my favorite consulting-specific reads from around the web, and answer a few reader questions. International Management Consulting 101 – we discuss what it’s like to work in an overseas management consulting office. Critical reading for new consultants.

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QEmploy

JULY 16, 2019

Why consulting? This guide contains everything you need to know about being a freelance consultant, answer the questions you might have, and tell you what to be aware of. This guide works for everyone who thinks about getting into consulting, but also for current consultants who might have some questions. Why consulting?

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