Effective Managers

APRIL 23, 2024

In the evolving and complex field of management consulting, the relationship between a consultant and their client is vital to success. This is where ISO 20700, the international standard for management consulting services, plays a crucial role. It’s a relationship built on trust, transparency, and mutual understanding.

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Effective Managers

APRIL 16, 2024

In the world of management consulting, being an expert isn’t just about having extensive knowledge in your field; it’s about becoming a trusted advisor to your clients. This transformation is pivotal in elevating your consulting practice, and it’s where ISO 20700 plays a crucial role.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 5, 2021

This consulting process is what I call the “Consulting Engagement Cycle.” ” It is not an exact formula you need to follow but a guideline that helps you ensure that you can deliver excellence every time, with every client. It is actually the first step in your consulting delivery.

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 31, 2019

One of the more memorable parts of the consulting recruiting process was witnessing people attempting to network with consulting firms. Hence, I thought it would be helpful to highlight 6 pieces of tactical guidance for networking with consulting firms. Do Not Make the Conversation About How You Deserve Consulting.

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Johanna Rothman

APRIL 28, 2023

The post Middle Management Guideline: Only Plan for as Long As Your Management Can Commit appeared first on Johanna Rothman, Management Consultant. For Sherry, that was a couple of weeks, and then replan which work comes next. Avoid the waste of planning time when you know you will have to replan.

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Effective Managers

MAY 3, 2024

In the dynamic world of management consulting, the ability to adapt and customize tools to the unique demands of each project is crucial. The ISO 20700 checklist, a pivotal tool for consultants, is designed with this flexibility in mind. Adapting to Industry Specifications Different industries have unique challenges and requirements.

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Effective Managers

MARCH 27, 2024

In the fast-paced and evolving world of management consulting, staying ahead of the curve is paramount. The introduction of ISO 20700, the first global service delivery standard for management consultants, marks a significant milestone in this pursuit. Enhancing Credibility and Trust For management consultants, credibility is key.

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Effective Managers

MAY 10, 2024

In the dynamic and competitive world of management consulting, standing out is essential. Embracing the ISO 20700 standard as a practitioner has become a significant differentiator, offering consultants a distinct competitive advantage. Enhancing Credibility and Trust In consulting, credibility is everything.

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Effective Managers

MARCH 10, 2024

In the world of consulting, a distinction is often overlooked: the difference between the industry at large and the profession of management consulting. Understanding the Consulting Industry The consulting industry is broad and diverse, encompassing a wide range of services, expertise, and methodologies.

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Effective Managers

MARCH 15, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of management consulting, the ISO 20700 checklist emerges as a pivotal tool, revolutionizing the way consultancy services are delivered. The ISO 20700 checklist is a comprehensive tool designed to help management consultants implement the ISO 20700 guidelines effectively in their projects.

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The Consultants Peer Group

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Sixth in a Series How to Differentiate Yourself and Your Consultancy Training in International Standards of Consulting By David Norman, FCMC, CMC-AF In addition to the four blogs in the series presented before, another way to further differentiate your consulting is to get training in ISO 20700. What is ISO 20700?

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Business Consulting Agency

APRIL 3, 2024

This is where consulting services come into play, offering expertise and guidance to elevate website performance and achieve business objectives. Let’s explore how consultants and consulting services can improve website results effectively. Better website results with consulting services.

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Effective Managers

DECEMBER 6, 2022

If you are a management consultant looking to improve your skills and differentiate yourself in the marketplace, then you need to take ISO 20700 Checklist Training. This course will help you understand the ISO 20700 guidelines for the effective delivery of management consultancy services. ISO 20700 can help you do just that.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 7, 2021

Apart from the rigorous selection process that consulting firms use to assess their potential candidates, securing a job and thriving within the consulting industry is not easy. Viewing the industry from an “expertise” point of view, one could argue that consultants are synonymous with advisors, experts or specialists.

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Johanna Rothman

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

I said this in the Successful Indepentent Consulting book : People die of exposure—both hot and cold. Yet, I suspect some new consultants will take them up on their offer. Even though their offer will cost the consultant time, money, and intellectual property. This is one of an intermittent series of consulting tips.

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Effective Managers

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Here is an article written by David Norman, Chair at The Consultants Peer Group (TCPG). David has created TCPG, a peer group for and about consultants only. David is a very experienced management consultant, currently on the national board of the Institute of Management Consultants in the USA. In the U.S. In the U.S.

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Successful Independent Consulting

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

As a coach and champion for independent consultants, I went on a fact-finding mission to answer two important questions: Are self-employed consultants still better off being paid on a 1099 tax basis as a business or on a W-2 tax basis through a third party? Key Findings A. The answer to my first question is yes. Pretty simple.

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Brimstone Consulting

JANUARY 14, 2022

When designing a hybrid workplace, communication guidelines are critical to creating an effective and thriving workplace. Those organizations still in the design phase have the opportunity to avoid the mistake of not creating communication guidelines. We worked with the organization to establish clear communication guidelines.

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Johanna Rothman

MAY 26, 2023

I am thrilled to announce a book birthday: Successful Independent Consulting: Focus on Relationships That Matter. Here's the story of the consulting book. In the mid-2000s… I started my consulting business back in 1994. So several people asked me how I had become a successful consultant. See Manage It!

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 5, 2021

Conducting market research is a key skill required in consulting. Consulting involves working on different assignments in completely different industries, hence knowing how to conduct market research is a fundamental skill all people who want to work in consulting need to have. Image: Pexels.

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Successful Independent Consulting

MARCH 31, 2020

For us as consultants, the effects are likely to be more gradual but our income will likely be affected. That said, consultants are unlikely to qualify for the loan forgiveness because it’s based on payroll and rent/mortgage payments made by a business. EIDL loans are available now, the PPP loan program is being set up now.

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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. However, the journey to mastering these guidelines begins with choosing the right training option. Check to see if your country has accredited trainers on this world map.

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Makarios Consulting

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The fact is, most redirecting feedback conversations go well if you follow some straightforward guidelines, detailed here. The post The Cost of Avoiding Feedback at All Costs appeared first on Makarios Consulting, LLC. Employees may even respond with gratitude because they gain clarity on how to succeed in their role.

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Makarios Consulting

AUGUST 30, 2023

Fortunately, the VOMP model, created by Crosby Kerr Minno Consulting, is a proven method for resolving conflicts effectively. For the Plan stage, Sam proposes the creation of well-defined pricing guidelines and timelines for four basic project types. VOMP stands for Ventilation, Ownership, Moccasins, and Plan.

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Management Consulted

JUNE 4, 2017

A straightforward interview suit is the way to go, and that goes double for a management consulting interview. Before starting Black Lapel , Tian worked in finance and his wife was a consultant at McKinsey. Suffice it to say, he knows a thing or two about dressing for a consulting interview. A poor fit looks sloppy.

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David A Fields

JUNE 14, 2015

A consultant sent me the following question: A vendor I work with has invited me to give a four-part series of webinars. Are there specific guidelines for using webinars? Here’s the answer I gave the consultant: There are two approaches to webinars in the consulting business. One is the credibility/visibility webinar.

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Johanna Rothman

MAY 26, 2023

I am thrilled to announce a book birthday: Successful Independent Consulting: Relationships That Focus on Mutual Benefit. Here's the story of the consulting book. In the mid-2000s… I started my consulting business back in 1994. So several people asked me how I had become a successful consultant. See Manage It!

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Brimstone Consulting

JANUARY 14, 2022

When designing a hybrid workplace, communication guidelines are critical to creating an effective and thriving workplace. Those organizations still in the design phase have the opportunity to avoid the mistake of not creating communication guidelines. We worked with the organization to establish clear communication guidelines.

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Johanna Rothman

AUGUST 12, 2021

What about guidelines? Consider removing policies and procedures and create guidelines and constraints instead. ” Trina's questions prompted the senior managers to consider those guidelines and constraints. The company did have a specific guideline: they wanted everyone to take at least two weeks of vacation a year.

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Johanna Rothman

JULY 11, 2023

As always, when we're talking about management choices or consulting answers, the answer is, “It depends.” ” We discussed guidelines for when she might consider skip-level meetings. My Guidelines for Skip-Level Meetings As an executive, I rarely felt I had time for skip-level meetings. ” She laughed.

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

In the consulting world, your resume is even more important. The top three consulting firms — McKinsey, Bain, and BCG — have acceptance rates of less than five percent during any given year. This goes to show just how important it is to write a strong resume when applying to be a consultant. First Name *.

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Jacq Hackett Consulting

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Public sector consultants are definitely in demand. But too often those who’re just starting out as consultants find it difficult to navigate the system and get their foot in the door. Being a public sector consultant brings a unique set of challenges and quirks. And this includes guidelines for contracting consultants.

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Clarity Consultants

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Adhere to accessibility guidelines and offer alternative content formats when necessary. Partner with Clarity Consultants, the Leading L&D Consulting Firm! Here at Clarity Consultants, we want to set your business up for success. This inclusive approach guarantees equal learning opportunities for all employees.

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QEmploy

JUNE 28, 2019

In honor of Pride Month, we decided to list this year’s biggest LGBT Inclusive Consulting Firms in the USA. According to the Corporate Equality Index 2O19, 47 Firms in the USA are rated as the top scoring companies in the field of Consultancy, who establish equality for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) employees.

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CaseInterview.com

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

In the consulting world, your resume is even more important. The top three consulting firms — McKinsey, Bain, and BCG — have acceptance rates of less than five percent during any given year. This goes to show just how important it is to write a strong resume when applying to be a consultant. First Name *.

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Management Consulted

DECEMBER 13, 2015

Though the process was created as a means of testing your on-the-job potential as a consultant, they’re more like the microwave version of a crock pot recipe. In the consulting case interview, your time is even more precious: you have only 4 minutes to develop and present a plan (2 to structure your case and 2 to present).

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Jacq Hackett Consulting

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Public sector consultants are definitely in demand. But too often those who’re just starting out as consultants find it difficult to navigate the system and get their foot in the door. Being a public sector consultant brings a unique set of challenges and quirks. And this includes guidelines for contracting consultants.

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