Organizational Talent Consulting

MARCH 4, 2024

But, unlocking the full potential of what is possible requires a talent strategy tightly aligned with your company's data analytics strategy. To avoid falling behind and making costly mistakes, here are two essential talent strategy steps you need to take now. References: Abina, A., Cestnik, B., Karalič, A., Lukman, R.,

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Steve Shu Consulting

MAY 20, 2018

One of the best ways to market yourself as a consultant is by having someone refer you to a client prospect. As an example, for one of my first clients as an independent consultant, I got in the door through the referral of an IT systems consultant (met at a local lunch talk) who needed to help their client do an operational analysis.

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Management Consulted

MAY 29, 2016

Welcome to yet another opportunity to gain valuable insights from a book review, written by Preeti Vemu, MC intern, MC events organizer extraordinary, and an ex-Deloitte consultant. Every section of Boston Consulting Group on Strategy is a comprehensive article offering insights that can be applied to any business circumstance.

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Clarity Consultants

AUGUST 3, 2023

CAMPBELL, CA – August 3, 2023 Training Industry today announced that Clarity Consultants was named to the 2023 Training Industry Top 20 list of Learning Services companies. Learning services refers to the outsourced management of training activities and/or processes. This marks Clarity’s seventh year in a row on the list.

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Successful Independent Consulting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Do some market-rate benchmarking to learn what other consultants are charging, or what clients are paying. Try doing a quick survey of similar consultants you know (maybe ask them to select from list of price ranges). Or search the internet: for example, “typical consultant rate for organizational design in New York.”

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

In the previous article , we introduced the key skills an effective consultant is expected to possess — but now what? As an aspiring consultant, simply knowing which skills to show on your CV is not enough; you’ll also need to know how to hone and highlight these skills, which is what we’ll be covering in this article.

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Tom Spencer

JULY 4, 2020

Every year strategy consulting firms and agencies that specialise in executive business management and the “maximising shareholder value” approach receive billions of dollars for their services (Management Consulting, 2020). Are consulting firms about more than just advising management? Hierarchy of Consulting Purposes.

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Successful Independent Consulting

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Independent consultants need to think the same way. You need to be top-of-mind when the need for your expertise pops up so the client thinks to call you, or their colleague thinks to refer you. Clarify what you do and/or what makes you different from other consultants. In our field this is called personal branding. Just do it!

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Successful Independent Consulting

MAY 2, 2018

Last August I wrote a blog post about how labels matter , specifically that you should make more money by calling yourself a consultant instead of a contractor. It’s not enough to simply replace contractor with consultant on your résumé and LinkedIn profile. Consultants flock together and run in the same circles. We just know.

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Organizational Talent Consulting

JUNE 12, 2023

Here are six practical culture change strategies that will move your company closer toward your goal. The following six proven leadership strategies can change how employees behave, and what they think, feel, and perceive. Culture Change Strategy #3: How leaders allocate resources and control costs Follow the money.

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Brimstone Consulting

APRIL 10, 2023

An Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy is a cornerstone to accelerating impact and financial growth goals. The post Here’s what to think about When Creating a Forward-Looking ESG Strategy appeared first on Brimstone Consulting LLC.

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Organizational Talent Consulting

OCTOBER 2, 2023

To turn those dreams into workplace realities, leaders set strategies. Evidence suggests only 5% of employees understand their company's strategy. This is alarming, given evidence a direct positive correlation exists between employee commitment to strategy and employee involvement in strategy development. Development.

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Successful Independent Consulting

APRIL 1, 2024

I’ve mentored and represented hundreds of independent consultants and repeatedly I see those with a well-defined niche win more work. Conversely, I know dozens of in-demand consultants who easily pop to mind when a client describes a particular problem. Were you involved with the strategy, planning, implementation, or all of the above?

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Successful Independent Consulting

APRIL 2, 2018

I know a consultant who is going to do some work designing a company’s program for high-potential employees. The consultant has talent but not much experience. Pricing consulting services is notoriously difficult, particularly for self-employed consultants. Dear Liz, I have a quick question. Can you ballpark this for me?

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Consulting Matters

AUGUST 19, 2020

Are you thinking about creating an online course but aren't sure if they are profitable for consultants? Watch this tutorial video and learn about the 3 types of profitable consulting courses and how they can amplify your client impact and profits. Betsy Jordyn : Hey, are you a consultant or coach? Transcript.

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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? It's a consequence of an intentional positioning strategy, which I will explain to you in this video.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

Especially if your first job is management consulting as you will be presented with many opportunities to jump into industry. Consulting was the perfect role to allow me to adopt this mindset and it opened my eyes to areas I never imagined I would enjoy. The question of when to leave your first or second job is intimate and messy.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 8, 2022

Typically, experienced hires have 2+ years of experience working in an industry job or at another consulting firm, but they could also have over a decade of relevant experience if hired into the top level of a firm. Some firms decided to let consultants go during the early phase of the pandemic. Why firms hire experienced hires.

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Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

If you want to start or grow a profitable consulting and coaching business you need systems and processes to consistently attract, impress and convert a steady stream of ideal clients and deliver exceptional results once you land them. Here's 10 ways to perceive the significance of your role and why consultants and coaches matter.

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

‘Technological innovation’ has recently become an ossified catch-all term not only in venture capital circles, but in management consultancy as well. Such issues gain increasing relevance in a consulting career, if one decides to take projects with start-ups. Copycats and Patenting Strategy. Start-up in the Plastics Industry.

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Successful Independent Consulting

JANUARY 30, 2024

If you provide services to companies as an independent consultant or to business professionals as an executive coach, you should be using LinkedIn to help build your business.

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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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Consulting Matters

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

” statement, people will immediately know why they want to work with you or refer you to friends or colleagues. And you’ll instantly stand out among the crowd because the majority of consultants and coaches don’t do this well. For consultants and coaches, traditional sales don’t work.

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Successful Independent Consulting

APRIL 28, 2017

If you describe yourself as both a consultant and coach, this article is for you. For example: Mary Smith: Executive Coach & Consultant John Doe: Organization Effectiveness Consultant and Leadership Coach Usually there’s nothing wrong with this. But consultants are not executive coaches.

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 8, 2021

One aspect of consulting career development that I don’t think those new to the industry sufficiently appreciate is the importance of having a community of mentors. Yes, most firms have a system whereby each consultant is required to have a designated mentor to be an official guide (formally titled Coach, Counselor, etc.).

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Steve Shu Consulting

APRIL 26, 2010

It is atypical for me to write a book review for this blog, but Nilofer Merchant’s “ The New How: Creating Business Solutions Through Collaborative Strategy ” is very respectable contribution to both audiences of this blog and the process of strategy development in general. through customized, experiential learning sessions.

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Business Consulting Agency

APRIL 15, 2024

In the digital age, the success of retail brands hinges significantly on their online presence and marketing strategies. Let’s explore the importance of marketing for retail websites and how partnering with experts through consulting can lead to better results for retail brands.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 9, 2019

Compensation for your volunteer consulting work is at an exciting zero. Yet for graduate students seriously considering a consulting career without prior professional consulting experience, I would strongly recommend it. Let’s first clarify what volunteer consulting is and isn’t. Making Sure Consulting is a Good Fit.

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Steve Shu Consulting

APRIL 6, 2011

Eventually projects with consultants come to an end. Similar to completion of a good run as an employee of a firm, feelings at the end of a consulting project can be bittersweet. Here are some: Clients and consultants should develop a mutual understanding of how the relationship will eventually end in terms of time of transition.

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Consulting Matters

AUGUST 6, 2018

It's the meeting that some might call a Discovery Meeting, Free Consult or Complimentary Strategy Session. Regardless of how you refer to this discussion with a potential client who expresses interest in working with you, how you handle it determines: Your contract size and scope. Why You Need to Listen To This Week's Podcast.

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 6, 2019

“Data scientists, fast computers, and advanced software are replacing traditional decision-making processes and disrupting tried-and trusted traditional consulting methodologies, with Big Data being one of the main forces of disruption” ( Tras, 2015 ). So, how does big data create value for consulting firms?

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Consulting Success

MAY 1, 2017

The most successful consultants understand who their ideal clients are and who they aren’t. Some consultants jump from one shiny object to the next. The critical issue here it to come up with a marketing strategy compatible with your strengths and passion. This has been great for us at Consulting Success.

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Successful Independent Consulting

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Do some market-rate benchmarking to learn what other consultants are charging, or what clients are paying. Try doing a quick survey of similar consultants you know (maybe ask them to select from list of price ranges). Or search the internet: for example, “typical consultant rate for organizational design in New York.”

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Steve Shu Consulting

JANUARY 3, 2023

So based on these premises, some strategies for companies looking to implement behavioral science include: Look for quick wins opportunistically (e.g., References: Milkman, Katherine L., when getting started), while also being realistic. Recognize that it can be hard to predict results ex-ante. Dena Gromet, Hung Ho, Joseph S.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 20, 2021

There is a good chance that you have a formidable LinkedIn profile, unmatched experience, and a dream to become the best in the consulting industry – so what’s next? As a young and aspiring professional, you will be launching your consulting career in an uncertain environment. Finding your Next Job Online.

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Successful Independent Consulting

JANUARY 20, 2017

My company represents self-employed professionals across the country, and over the last seven years I have interviewed, coached, or worked with more than 200 independent management consultants. Conversely, I represent several consultants who are always in demand. Let’s look at some examples. Translation: philanthropy expert.

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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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