December, 2010

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The Power of Project-Based Thinking

Steve Shu Consulting

'As a consultant, 2010 has been an interesting year for me to reflect upon. I am thankful for the clients I have, and they have challenged me to perform my best in a very diverse set of circumstances and industries over the past couple of years. What was particularly interesting this year was the mixture of smaller, project-based clients versus clients that had more of a retainer-based model engagement structure with me.

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Consulting MBA 101: Great Books, Magazines, and Websites

Management Consulted

This was a previously published article that I’ve since updated and expanded on, to include not only books and magazines but great resources from around the web. It’s important to be well-read when you apply for a consulting job, for… Read Article. The post Consulting MBA 101: Great Books, Magazines, and Websites appeared first on Management Consulted.

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Organizational Character and Leadership Development | Consulting.

Consulting and Organizational Management

'Library. Translate This. Home. A. A. A. Share » Connect » Blog: Consulting and Organizational Development. Library Blogs Home. This Blogs Home. Guest Writer Submissions. Policies. To Subscribe to a Blog. About. Feedback. Organizational Character and Leadership Development By Jim Smith on December 16, 2010. The news is filled with the exploits of more than a few examples of dishonesty and greed, leaders who purposefully worked in their own behalf, rather than from a sense of responsi

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Scenes from the Million Dollar Club in Bora Bora 2010

Chad Barr

Each year, our Million Dollar club, arranged and facilitated by my friend, mentor and client Alan Weiss , heads out to an exotic place somewhere on this planet to engage in stimulating discussions about our businesses. We then get to tough it out and have an amazing time together discussing life balance and the future of civilization over great wine and outstanding dining experiences.

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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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A Narcissist by Any Other Name? - Henman Performance

Henman Performance Executive

'Home. About Linda. Client List. Newsletter. Executive blog Contact Us. A Narcissist by Any Other Name…. by Linda Henman on December 8, 2010. This week CNN reported that the new version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders —the DSM, the bible for mental-health professionals—will no longer contain narcissistic personality disorder.

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How Much Should the Client Be Involved in Consulting Projects.

Consulting and Organizational Management

'Library. Translate This. Home. A. A. A. Share » Connect » Blog: Consulting and Organizational Development. Library Blogs Home. This Blogs Home. Guest Writer Submissions. Policies. To Subscribe to a Blog. About. Feedback. How Much Should the Client Be Involved in Consulting Projects? By Carter McNamara on December 10, 2010. Peter Block, author of Flawless Consulting, asserts that, as a consultant, you should not be contributing more than 50% of the effort in a consulting project.

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Best Practices from My Best Clients

Chad Barr

In my article Best Practices from My Best Clients I reveal my observations of what my most successful clients are doing. You may be surprised. Checkout our most recent newsletter announcing the new site for Betsy Jordyn, President of Accelera Consulting Group. Finally, it’s time to thank YOU and wish you and your family a healthy, peaceful and prosperous year.

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Why Should You Improve Your Speaking Skills?

Chad Barr

I find speaking critical from several perspectives. Here are some of the reasons I encourage others to speak often: It is an effective vehicle that enables me to deliver my evolving intellectual property. It sharpens my language, delivery and speaking skills. It allows me to try and test new ideas and material. It enables me to interact with my audience and receive immediate feedback as well as gauge what’s on their minds and what are their concerns, which allows me then to respond and als

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Becoming a Successful Entrepreneur

Chad Barr

I am often asked by my mentorees to articulate the skills and traits of what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur. Here is a list I compiled with the top 12 in no praticular order: 1. Enthusiasm. 2. Curiosity. 3. Marketing – This one is huge. Ability to market self, team, products and services. 4. Sales. 5. Smart risk taking. 6. Communication – Effectively building relationships, public speaking, writing and publishing. 7.

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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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Karen Eber Davis Interviews Chad Barr

Chad Barr

Leveraging Video to Capture the Hearts and Minds of Donors. If a picture can capture 1,000 words, imagine what a video can capture! Learn with us how to use a simple technique for less than $300 to capture the passion your donors feel for your organization.and share it with others. Click below to listen to the podcast where Karen Eber Davis interviews me as we discuss how to best leverage videos and the flip video technology to effectively capture testimonials.

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Pillows for Patriots - Henman Performance

Henman Performance Executive

'Home. About Linda. Client List. Newsletter. Executive blog Contact Us. Pillows for Patriots. by Linda Henman on December 14, 2010. During a recent trip to South Carolina, I met my dear friend’s sister, Barb Farrior. Barb lost her first husband in a Marine aircraft accident and then sent her son into harm’s way in Iraq. A Marine “brat” herself, Barb is no stranger to the angst of war.

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Hell's Corner: The Organizational Silo - Henman Performance

Henman Performance Executive

'Home. About Linda. Client List. Newsletter. Executive blog Contact Us. Hell’s Corner: The Organizational Silo. by Linda Henman on December 21, 2010. David Baldacci could write an owner’s manual for a 1957 toaster, and it would immediately shoot to the top of the best seller list. The man can spin a yarn. This season’s blockbuster, Hell’s Corner, is not exception.

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Leadership Lessons from Elizabeth Smart - Henman Performance

Henman Performance Executive

'Home. About Linda. Client List. Newsletter. Executive blog Contact Us. Leadership Lessons from Elizabeth Smart. by Linda Henman on December 13, 2010. Due to Elizabeth Smart’s testimony, last week a jury in Salt Lake City convicted her kidnapper. This twenty-three year old woman disrupted her life as a Mormon missionary in Europe to go through the agonizing ordeal of recounting in excruciating detail her months of imprisonment.

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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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First ?What,? Then ?Who? - Henman Performance

Henman Performance Executive

'Home. About Linda. Client List. Newsletter. Executive blog Contact Us. First “What,” Then “Who”. by Linda Henman on December 29, 2010. This week the Wall Street Journal carried an interesting story about the growing need for sheep. Apparently the Border Collie has gained renown as a great family dog—good with kids, loyal, smart—you name it, these dogs seem to have the corner market on the trait.

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