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From Transactional Consultant to Industry Leader with Jason Fearnow

Consulting Matters

How can you evolve from being a transactional consultant to a recognized industry leader? So when he got laid off unexpectedly, he was immediately presented with consulting opportunities. So when he got laid off unexpectedly, he was immediately presented with consulting opportunities.

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How to Structure a Great Consulting Presentation

Tom Spencer

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. Have a good understanding of the industry.

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Beyond Bullet Points: A Guide to Structured Consulting Decks

Tom Spencer

In the fast-paced world of management consulting, effective communication is key. As consultants strive to convey complex ideas, strategies, and recommendations, a well-crafted slide deck is an invaluable tool. The Problem Every management consulting engagement begins with the identification of a problem.

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Use ChatGPT to Boost Your Productivity as a Consultant

Successful Independent Consulting

Recently the Professional Independent Consultants of America (PICA) hosted a members-only roundtable discussion to help people jumpstart their use of this powerful tool. Why ChatGPT Matters for Independent Consultants As consultants, innovation is our middle name, and staying ahead of the curve is crucial. If not, you should be!

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The Consulting Interview: Skills That’ll Set You Apart

Tom Spencer

Securing a consulting position involves passing through a rigorous process that goes far beyond a mere evaluation of your technical expertise. Consulting firms are keen to identify candidates who not only possess the required knowledge, but also exhibit specific skills that are crucial for success in the industry.

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The Impact of AI on the Management Consulting Industry

Tom Spencer

Consulting, like many other industries, is under threat from artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). The risks to the management consulting industry are summarized well in an article written by Alexandre Gonfalonieri , an AI Consultant based in Paris.

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Case Presentation Interview: New Style of Case Interview

Management Consulted

Management consulting is a decades old industry. And the case interview has been a consistent staple in the consulting recruiting process. Some firms, however, use what’s known as the “case presentation interview” to test candidates. They use this to test … Continue Reading.