Fri.Jan 28, 2022

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6 Simple Steps To Hiring An Administrative Assistant (For Consultants)

Consulting Success

Hiring an administrative assistant is one of the best moves you can make for your consulting business. Many years ago (almost 23 years ago to be exact!) when I started my first consulting business, I was convinced I could do everything myself. Client calls. Invoicing. Scheduling meetings. Writing. Editing. Creating PowerPoints. Following up. Bookkeeping.

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Is outsourcing the new restructuring?

The Source

Research we carried out in late 2021 suggests that the sudden surge of interest in outsourcing— which began during the peak of the COVID crisis in 2020—continues. Why? Prior to the pandemic, outsourcing had a poor reputation among many clients. The promise of the 1990s, which saw a significant shift in the way organisations thought about their operating models, drawing a clearer distinction between core/non-core activities and outsourcing the latter, had given way to poor quality work, rigid ser

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Consulting 101: Preparing for Case Interviews

Tom Spencer

Case interviews can seem like a daunting task. You’re being asked to solve a business challenge, while being assessed for an internship you really want … I feel the nerves already. Thankfully, by taking tangible steps you can be well prepared for your case interviews. 1. Get familiar with the format. If you are just getting into the space of consulting, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure where to begin.

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Unexpected Insights Learning About Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Women in Consulting

By: Kathryn Gorges. Last fall I initiated a book reading group for Women In Consulting members. I did this for several reasons: In the wake of the protests in the summer and fall of 2020, exploring racism in the US became important to me as a citizen of this great nation and as a leader of this organization. To bring smart people together for discussing and digesting thought-provoking books on racism.

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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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How to Ace the Math Case Interview Section

Tom Spencer

Almost every case interview across all consulting industries includes one specific section devoted to evaluating the interviewee’s ability to handle a mathematical problem. Even though it does not include any advanced mathematical equations and it simply relies on basic algebra, this section also tends to be the most dreaded part by applicants without a math background.

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You Need These 5 Elements for Successful Strategy Implementation

Strategic Planning and Management Insights

SME Strategy is a strategy consulting company that specializes in aligning teams around their vision, mission, values, goals and action plans. Learn more about how we can help you and your team implement your strategic plan with our strategic planning and implementation services.

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How Companies Are Using Tech to Give Employees More Autonomy

Harvard Business

It can provide guidance, supervision, and governance — while leaving the most critical decisions to humans.

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Crowded markets

Seth Godin Blog

At first glance, it makes sense to avoid a crowded market. Better to sell your services or your products in a place where you’re the only one. But crowded markets also have lots of customers. A mutual understanding of what’s expected. People ready to pay to solve their problems. Word of mouth. And competitors to learn from. If you can enter a crowded market with a remarkable entry (worth talking about) and the resources to persist over time, it might be just the place.

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The 4 Pillars of Successful Digital Transformations

Harvard Business

A framework to help leaders decide where to invest.

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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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4 Tips on How to Manage Globally Distributed Teams with Maximum Efficiency

Epicflow

Remote teams are a reality of today. Employment doesn’t have any borders anymore, and managers can hire people regardless of their location based on what really matters: knowledge, skills, and experience. Besides, business owners can have their facilities around the world independent of their place of residence or other teams that aren’t involved in production.

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How Luxury Brands Are Manufacturing Scarcity in the Digital Economy

Harvard Business

Lessons from Balenciaga, Louis Vuitton, and Gucci.

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Video Quick Take: James Markarian on Identifying Value Creation Levers in the Software Industry - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM PERSISTENT SYSTEMS

Harvard Business

Sponsor content from Persistent Systems.

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When a Major Life Change Upends Your Sense of Self

Harvard Business

Five research-backed strategies to help you embrace a new identity and move forward with confidence.

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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.