The Consultants Peer Group

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

practice) in a deeper, more meaningful way – How you consult, in addition to What you do. practice) in a deeper, more meaningful way – How you consult, in addition to What you do. As you are likely aware, there are enumerable media articles on ethics lapses in management consulting. Yes, equivalent to $0.70

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 24, 2023

This is the third of a seven-part series looking at artificial intelligence and its implications for the consulting industry. After all, if machines are capable of many of the tasks that we currently rely on humans to do, what role will flesh-and-blood consultants play in the future?

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 10, 2023

This is the first of a seven-part series looking at artificial intelligence and its implications for the consulting industry. This article will provide a basic introduction to AI as it relates to the consulting industry and explore some key concepts and applications that every consultant should be familiar with.

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Successful Independent Consulting

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Being a self-employed consultant or “solopreneur” isn’t for everyone. I made the leap to independent consulting in 2004 and never looked back. Now I run a national talent agency for HR consultants as well as the Professional Independent Consultants of America, both organizations that help independent consultants be successful.

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Effective Managers

MARCH 23, 2021

Is Ethics even a thing anymore? And it has stained at the same time the global profession of management consulting. McKinsey, as does any consulting firm, sees itself as building on a platform of trust. This is where abiding by a code of professional conduct and ethics gets difficult. So, is Ethics still a thing?

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 21, 2023

This is the seventh of a seven-part series looking at artificial intelligence and its implications for the consulting industry. Since AI systems can perform much of the data collection and analysis, consultants must bring higher level skills to the table, such as interpretation, effective problem solving, and clear communication.

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The Consultants Peer Group

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Lions, tigers, consultants, Oh my. The negative press continues about consulting and I, for one, am embarrassed. I can only surmise that some of the founders of what are now large consulting firms would also be embarrassed and maybe even angry: Bill Bain, of Bain & Co. Marvin Bower and James McKinsey, McKinsey & Co.

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The Consultants Peer Group

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

I started this series to help you discover five ways to raise your consulting game. In the previous blog, Adherence to an Enforceable Code of Ethics , I presented that adherence of an enforceable Code of Ethics would be a major part of this market differentiation. It’s not What you consult in, but How you consult?”

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The Consultants Peer Group

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Seventh in a Series How to Differentiate Yourself and Your Consultancy Experience on Market Differentiation By David Norman, FCMC, CMC-AF In this, the final blog, we will attempt to pull it all together and paint a picture of how you can further differentiate yourself in a crowded marketplace. Management consulting within the U.S.

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Steve Shu Consulting

APRIL 9, 2011

Got an idea from Dan Wallace (Twitter handle: @Ideafood ) to write a manifesto (link to some other examples here ). As many regular readers may know, I am pretty passionate about the practice of business and management consulting. Lead and practice ethically. Practice consulting and avoid dispensing shallow advice.

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The Consultants Peer Group

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Yesterday I was a presenter on a national Zoom ‘webinar’ on the ‘High Cost of Ethics Lapses’ in the management consulting profession. They are ugly and unfortunately define the costs associated with inappropriate behavior in consulting, which not only damages their reputations but smears all consultants.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 31, 2023

This is the fourth of a seven-part series looking at artificial intelligence and its implications for the consulting industry. This article will explore three powerful AI-powered tools, and some of the ways that these tools can be used to improve the work of consultants.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 17, 2023

This is the second of a seven-part series looking at artificial intelligence and its implications for the consulting industry. While AI algorithms can help clients understand complex business problems, they will also bring about disruptive change, which will be felt throughout the consulting industry.

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Tom Spencer

JULY 21, 2023

As businesses increasingly recognize the potential of clean tech, consulting firms play a vital role in guiding organizations towards successful adoption. Here are five opportunities for consulting firms to serve clients in the clean tech space. Consulting firms can assist by conducting thorough financial modeling and ROI analysis.

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The Consultants Peer Group

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Overview: The previous blog on the Consulting Competence Framework identifies those skills and experiences that separate a professional consultant from the thousands of other consultants in the US today. There is an additional level of differentiation – an attestation of your professional behavior. legality 1.4

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The Consultants Peer Group

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

In 1973 during my first job in management consulting and while facing a decision with a client, my mentor Nathaniel Hill said, “Do you want your actions to be above the fold?” I’ve written about it before (see also Consulting Ethics Concern, Once Again , Lions, TIgers, Consultants, Oh My! Go re-read the Title and Subhead.

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 1, 2022

This article will examine some of the transitions that the pandemic has precipitated in the consulting industry , and prognosticate about what the future face of consulting will look like in a post pandemic world. Shift 3: Internal Consulting. Shift 4: Sustainability Consulting. However, the changes don’t stop there.

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 10, 2022

My interest in consulting began at university , before then I was certain I would become a diplomat. My personal experience as a graduate and now working for a consulting firm shows that you can build upon your initial college experience to launch a successful consulting career. Join a consulting club.

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CaseInterview.com

OCTOBER 30, 2019

My Reply: There is no right answer for everyone and depends on your personal sense of ethics. While the consulting community is small, it's not that small -- so word will probably not spread to other firms. But , there will be one person out there in the world who considers you at worst dishonest, at best lacking ethics.

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Jerry Fletcher

MARCH 27, 2021

For the majority of consultants who are solopreneurs the only chance they have is when they are comfortably esconced in bed with that special person. The loner brain dump This occurs when an expert consultant happens to be a solo in her/his practice, home life and social life. If you’re lucky. We don’t want to be alone. And so it goes.

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The Consultants Peer Group

DECEMBER 18, 2023

I presented five problems associated with the commonly accepted ‘standard’ consulting proposal – the kind that can be found online with a simple search. What spurred my need to write this two-part series consulting proposals? Within the past month I was talking to a relative newcomer to the consulting profession.

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Martinka Consulting

APRIL 24, 2017

My clients question to me was, if and after he hired her, is it was ethical to go after her customers? My example was, if she goes to her customers and says, “I’ve found a better opportunity for you and me with XYZ company and I’d like to talk to you about why I feel it’s better for you” it’s okay. My reply was “That’s business.”

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The Management Centre

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

We listened in on a conversation between our leadership expert, Yvette Gyles (=mc Learning Director) and Cassie Edmiston (Head of Fundraising, Prisoners’ Education Trust ), to see what they think it means to be an ethical leader in 2019. For example I’ve recently been learning more about inclusion and diversity.

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Harmonious Workplaces

JANUARY 25, 2024

Merging insights from leading consulting firm McKinsey, academic journals, and contemporary cultural references like Ted Lasso , this blog explores the multifaceted nature of leadership to which many, if not most, organizations may wish to aspire. These practices include: Model the Way  — Create standards and set the example.

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Tom Spencer

JULY 28, 2023

Consulting firms play a crucial role in guiding businesses through the integration of AI-powered renewables into their operations. Consulting Services to Facilitate AI-Powered Clean Tech Consulting firms specializing in clean tech can offer invaluable support to companies aiming to integrate AI-powered renewables into their operations.

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Consulting Matters

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Are you tired of the endless chase for small-paying consulting gigs? Do you want to stop under-valuing yourself through sub-contracting with other consultants and take your place as a sought-after advisor to the C-Suite? You're a purpose driven consultant , and we want to equip and empower you to do the work that you're here to do.

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Steve Shu Consulting

OCTOBER 24, 2015

I use this case to demonstrate one example of what a successful innovation center might look like. Chapter 8: Nudges Refined, Ethics Examined, Acceptability Explored – This chapter introduces Nudge Psyche, a checklist of things to think about so that you can be deliberate about how you approach nudge design and ethics.

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Harvard Business

DECEMBER 29, 2016

It’s hard for good, ethical people to imagine how these meltdowns could possibly happen. many of us face an endless stream of ethical dilemmas at work. We were surprised that 30 leaders in the study recalled a total of 87 “major” ethical dilemmas from their career histories. Wells Fargo. Volkswagen.

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Consulting Matters

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Are you thinking about becoming a consultant but not sure what the consultant's role entails? Are you currently a consultant and tired of shadow boxing negative stereotypes about this role and want to be seen as an essential strategic partner to executives? How I Discovered the True Consultant's Purpose (1:48).

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 29, 2022

Stories of Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Gates who dropped out of Harvard are constantly used as examples to amplify this point. A few key examples include: Elon Musk , founder of SpaceX, has an MBA from Wharton. Appreciating the importance of ethics and reputation. Michael Bloomberg , co-founder of Bloomberg L.P.,

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Management Consulted

AUGUST 10, 2014

Today, we’ll help by laying out 4 key types of consulting fit questions. Why Consulting? Make sure you are ready to share how your experience positions you well for this industry – it’s important that you don’t sound like a consulting-worshipper or share how you hate what you’re currently doing.

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Steve Shu Consulting

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

For example, suppose there are a layered set of three main goals to encourage people to 1) participate in a retirement savings plan, 2) save enough money, and 3) invest wisely. ethical, philosophical, financial), and desired outcome measurements. financial spending, medication adherence, governmental compliance).

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Harvard Business

MARCH 24, 2017

When you submit a tender to the foreign government, they advise you that there is little likelihood of winning the contract unless you hire a consultant of their choosing. This is just one example of pressures that unfortunately are all too common in business. The onus for ethical behavior falls first to the employee.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Acing the Fit Interview: Strategy and Approach Motivation Questions Effective Storytelling Finessing Negative Stories In the second article of this series, you will learn about the often-underestimated motivation questions like “why consulting?” Why consulting?” Consider the following example tailored to Bain and Company.

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Jerry Fletcher

APRIL 17, 2021

Today, the 33,000 people in 28 counties around the world in their 2020 survey find that Business is now the only institution seen as competent and ethical. Chipotle is a good example. His consulting practice, founded in 1990, works with individuals and organizations to make them memorable, trusted and more profitable.

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 4, 2023

This can ensure that businesses operate ethically, transparently, and in the best interest of stakeholders. For example, a multinational corporation might ensure accountability by appointing independent directors, conducting regular audits, and implementing a comprehensive risk management system.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 26, 2023

For example, if a company is committed to reducing its environmental impact and has a goal of achieving net-zero emissions, partnering with a non-profit that focuses on environmental sustainability can be a win-win. A great example of a non-profit with a strong focus on measurable impact is Charity: Water.

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