Wed.Mar 06, 2019

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How To Make A Memorable Speech Like The 2019 Oscar Winners

Henry DeVries

When done properly, nothing is better at creating impact and influence than a memorable speech. If you want to attract high-paying clients, you need to be able to take the stage and be memorable.

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Disagreements vs. Arguments

CaseInterview.com

Respectful disagreements are extremely helpful and productive. Arguments are a complete waste of time. But wait. aren’t they the same thing? Nowhere close. When two people have a respectful disagreement, they both share their differing points of view and both are interested in hearing and understanding the other person’s point of view. In an argument, each person focuses on telling the other person why they’re right and the other person is wrong.

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Why Should the C-Suite and HR Collaborate to Better Align Training Goals?

Clarity Consultants

Today, learning and development is critical for companies that want to stay ahead of the competition. But, often, there is a disconnect between the C-suite and the human resources team, creating a misalignment between the organization’s needs and the training that is offered. The post Why Should the C-Suite and HR Collaborate to Better Align Training Goals?

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Digitizing the World’s Wisdom

Chad Barr

I’ve come to the realization that had the greatest thinkers, inventors and artists of history not shared their wisdom, insights and gifts with the world, we would probably still be living in a version of the dark ages. Aristotle, Michelangelo, Ayn Rand, Galileo, Mozart, Albert Einstein, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Steve Jobs, Maya Angelou or Bill Gates, are just a few of the thousands of remarkable thought leaders who made it their life’s work to not only increase and refine their knowledge

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PowerPoint Best Practices for Creating Stellar Presentations

Mastering data visualization in PowerPoint will help accelerate your career because it positions you as someone who can present data that drives business decisions forward. think-cell's PowerPoint Best Practices eBook was created specifically for professionals aiming to master the art and science of data-driven storytelling. What’s inside: Practical Insights: Uncover valuable tips for crafting engaging and persuasive presentations.

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Disruption and distraction: Y2K, GDPR and Brexit

The Source

Whatever your views on Brexit, it’s proving frustratingly impossible to ignore. Since the referendum in June 2016, the process has acted as a vortex, sucking in energy from across sectors. Clients are engaged in all manner of contingency planning, delaying or bringing forward key decisions, efficiency savings and much else besides. This is generating work for consultants but is essentially, apart from its obvious disruption, a distraction.

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Technology is Changing Unexpected jobs

Martinka Consulting

Can you think of many industries not affected by technology? You might think construction as people still pound nails, drive screws, lay flooring, etc. But plans are now downloaded, iPads are prevalent on job sites, communication is by text, etc. Cars are nothing but a computer on wheels. Kitchens have become high-tech with Wi-Fi appliances, Amazon Echo or Google Home devices providing recipes, being a timer, and more.

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Strategic Plan Complete? Now…Align Projects to Achieving the Strategy

Gina Abudi

Once your strategic plan is completed, you must now move to selecting and prioritizing the projects that must be done in order to support that strategic plan. One of our newest clients, an IT consulting firm, diligently completes their annual strategic planning process. However, they have not taken the next step of aligning projects to [.]. The post Strategic Plan Complete?

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How is Your Succession Planning Pipeline?

LSA Global

Next in Line. Almost all of our clients face never-ending pressure to build a strong, effective, and sustainable leadership pipeline. Is your succession planning pipeline where it needs to be? Do you know who is next in line for your organization’s key positions? You don’t want to be unable to fill the open position of a critical leader. Wise and forward-looking talent management leaders have proactive succession plans that can flex with the needs of the business and the available talent pool

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IPO Fever, and Do Bullies Make Good Bosses?

Harvard Business

Youngme, Felix, and Mihir discuss why so many high-profile companies (Uber, Lyft, Pinterest, Airbnb, Slack, Postmates, Casper, Peloton, etc.) are planning to go public this year. They also debate whether it’s acceptable for bosses to throw temper tantrums at work.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr

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Concept cars

Seth Godin Blog

Every year, Audi, Ford, GM and the rest of the auto companies bring concept cars to the big shows. These swooping, modern, magical cars are in stark contrast to the cars that are actually for sale. Why do they bother? It’s not a form of market research. Begin with the fact that car companies need their product to be stylish. By making older cars seem ‘old’, they create social pressure to get rid of your existing car (even if it’s running fine) and keep up with the trends.

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Meet Our New Co-Host!

Harvard Business

Amy Gallo is a contributing editor for HBR, an expert on conflict and difficult conversations, a prolific giver of advice — and now she takes up the baton of co-hosting the show from Sarah Green Carmichael. Our theme music is Matt Hill’s “City In Motion,” provided by Audio Network.

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“I want to be an influencer, Kai!”

Kai Davis

The easiest way to become an influencer as a consultant is by picking a super small, niche market, becoming a ‘Consulting Niche Celebrity’ ( [link] ), and then expanding over time. First, what the hell is an influencer? Google’s knowledge box tells me that an Influencer is: Someone with an audience and who has the power to affect purchasing decisions because of their authority, knowledge, position, or relationship with their audience.

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Research: Better-Managed Companies Pay Employees More Equally

Harvard Business

Contrary to stereotypes of how ruthless managers set salaries.

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Savings Consultants Are Needed in Today's Market More Than Ever

Savings Consultants are needed in today’s market more than ever. With an increase in expenses, businesses are looking for opportunities to save. Often unknown to businesses are savings in expense reduction, specialized tax savings, specialized savings including medical underpayments, health benefits cost reduction, zero cost processing, and more. Blue Coast Savings, with over 20 years in business, assists Savings Consultants in helping these companies move toward more profitable businesses.

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Why “I Don’t Have Time” Is a Bad Way to Decline an Invitation

Harvard Business

A study found that not responding at all is better than claiming you’re too busy.

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When Returning to Work, New Parents Should Focus on 3 Things

Harvard Business

Think about yourself, your boss, and your company’s culture.

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How the Accenture Luminaries Program Helped a Toy Manufacturer Unlock Breakthrough Ideas - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM ACCENTURE TECHNOLOGY

Harvard Business

Sponsor content from Accenture.

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How the Accenture Luminaries Program Helped One Client Explore the Future of Its Business - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM ACCENTURE TECHNOLOGY

Harvard Business

Sponsor content from Accenture.

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.