Sat.Jun 21, 2014 - Fri.Jun 27, 2014

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Barter….A Bad Idea or a Best Practice?

David A Fields

'A question I was asked…. A prospect that wants to work with me has a service that I could really use. Should I discuss a potential barter deal? Is that a good way to secure them as a client?… see my Response in the Solo Consultant’s Network. The post Barter….A Bad Idea or a Best Practice? appeared first on David A. Fields. Agreements Consultants Context Discussion Creating Value Fees Positioning Proposals Relationships adding value benefits Connections Consultative selling consultin

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Networking 101 Video Overview

Management Consulted

'In 9 out of 10 cases, especially if you are an experienced hire or come from a non-target school, having a contact inside a consulting firm will make the difference between getting an interview or not. Because of that, effective networking is critical. In the following videos, we give a basic overview on networking basics – specific to consulting.

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Loyalty Games

Tom Spencer

'If you are there for them, they will be there for you. WHEN it comes to marketing, you have a choice. Chase new customers, or care for the ones you already have. Buy a million dollar Superbowl ad, or do the hard work of creating remarkable products for the people who care. Pursue the glittering promise of untold wealth by trying to please everyone, or focus on delighting the loyal few.

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TCIP #003 – The Power of Mobile Technology in Crisis Communication with Jim Spicuzza

Melissa Agnes

'Welcome to episode #003 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast with Melissa Agnes and Jim Spicuzza. Mobile technology can do wonders for today’s crisis communication. The flexibility, the interactivity and the mobility of it all can save lives, reputations and bottom lines. Within this podcast, Jim Spicuzza, CEO of CrisisGo, and I discuss the power of mobile technology in your crisis communications.

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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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Darwin the Evolved Consultant – The Risk Conversation

David A Fields

'All images and text are the copyright of David A. Fields. (c) 2014 David A. Fields. All rights reserved. The post Darwin the Evolved Consultant – The Risk Conversation appeared first on David A. Fields.

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Bitcoins to Become Legal Currency in California; Bill Awaits Signing by Gov. Brown; Commodities vs. Currencies

MishTalk

'California Bill AB-129 Lawful Money passed the California Senate on June 19, and the Assembly on June 23. The bill now awaits signing by Governor Jerry Brown. Existing law prohibits a corporation, flexible purpose corporation, association, or individual from issuing or putting in circulation, as money, anything but the lawful money of the United States.

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Open With a Bang

Chad Barr

This week’s reflection point: When creating your content, how powerful and attention grabbing are your openings and do they entice your audience to want to read further? I am a huge fan in drawing your audience attention and doing so quickly in the first few seconds. Here are some of my favorite openings: I am often asked what are the biggest challenges my clients face.

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Should You Mention Confidentiality Agreements?

David A Fields

'A question I was asked…Would you bring up confidentiality agreements in the first meeting?…See my Response in the Solo Consultant’s Network. Agreements Closing Consultants Context Discussion Creating Value Positioning Proposals Relationships adding value agreements closing context discussions fees positioning.

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Have You Built Trust with Your Team?

Gina Abudi

'In order to increases your chances of success on your initiative, it is essential to build trust with your team. Trust doesn’t just happen – you have to work at it. Remember – building trust starts with you! Consider the following ways to build trust with the team: Establish strong relationships with team members Follow [.]. The post Have You Built Trust with Your Team?

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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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Another Ghost Town in China, This Time a Replica of Manhattan

MishTalk

'Malinvestment in China proceeds at a staggering pace. Technically, this growth adds to GDP, but eventually it will be written off. Ghost cities, ghost malls, and empty train stations in China have been in the news for years. The world''s largest mall is unoccupied and entire cities sit vacant. We can now add another ghost city to the list, a big one.

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Tell Me What You Want!

Leadership Planning with Liz Weber CMC

I don't know what to do. I'm struggling. One of my managers said to me the other day, 'I don't know what you want! Tell me what you want and I'll help you do it. We've got to stop running around like our hair's on fire.' The embarrassing thing is, I don't know what I want, I have no vision, and I own the business. Skyler has owned his maintenance firm for almost 23 years.

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Should You Mention Confidentiality Agreements?

David A Fields

'A question I was asked…Would you bring up confidentiality agreements in the first meeting?…See my Response in the Solo Consultant’s Network. The post Should You Mention Confidentiality Agreements? appeared first on David A. Fields. Agreements Closing Consultants Context Discussion Creating Value Positioning Proposals Relationships adding value agreements closing context discussions fees positioning.

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How to Understand the Four Domains of Strength

Leadership Vision Consulting

'Is it better to be a well rounded person, or be part of a well rounded team? Should you know a little about a lot, or a lot about a little? The answer certainly depends on the situation, but following the philosophy of strengths, there are a few things you do uniquely and exceptionally better than others. Likewise, others do things better than you.

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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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Diving Into the GDP Report of -2.9% Growth

MishTalk

'The first quarter GDP initial projection was 0.1%. The second estimate came in at -1.0%. Today the third estimate came in at -2.9%. Gosh, first quarter weather was far worse than anyone realized. Let''s dive into the First Quarter 2014 Third Estimate from the BEA for some weather-details. Real GDP declined 2.9 percent in the first quarter, after increasing 2.6 percent in the fourth.

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Don't Let the Short-Term-Long-Term Tension Drag Your Strategy Down

Strategy+Business

'How to navigate the twin demands of current performance and future investment.

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Great Opening Questions

David A Fields

'A question I was asked…What are some great questions to ask a potential new client?…See my Response in the Solo Consultant’s Network. The post Great Opening Questions appeared first on David A. Fields. Consultants Context Discussion Creating Value Positioning Relationships adding value agreements context discussions positioning.

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How Not to Ask for a Raise

Henry DeVries

Gulp. Before you step into the boss' office and say, "I'd like to discuss the potential of a raise," career expert Phil Blair suggests you do a few things first and make a plan. Few can match Blair for knowledge on how to market a career. He is the author of [.

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TOOLS and METHODOLOGIES for developing DECISION SUPPORT PACKAGES

This White Paper targets opportunities for Management to develop proficiency in the Decision Framing and Analyses element of input to Decision, & Risk Analyses for Major Project Funding Decisions.

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"Three Es Suggest Massive Change is Upon Us" Chris Martenson's Accelerated Crash Course

MishTalk

'Chris Martenson at Peak Prosperity put together a condensed version of his 4.5-hour long Crash Course Video Series. The condensed version is just under an hour long, and it''s well worth your time to play it. The video is not about an " economic crash " per se, although Chris and I both think one is highly likely. Rather, Chris analyzes " The Three Es " (Economy, Energy, and Environment) to highlight serious problems in assumed Exponential Growth, an " E " that neither of us believes likely.

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Do Winners Give--or Take--All?

Strategy+Business

'Generosity in the workplace doesn''t cost as much as being selfish.

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Darwin the Evolved Consultant – The Risk Conversation

David A Fields

'All images and text are the copyright of David A. Fields. (c) 2014 David A. Fields. All rights reserved.

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Cat food is for people

Seth Godin Blog

'So is this bag of gluten-free, kale, peanutty dog treats. And the first birthday party for the kid down the street is for her parents, not her. And the same is true for most gifts we give people (they''re for us, and how we feel giving them, not for the recipient, not really). And many benefits the company offers to its employees. It''s easy to imagine that the giver is focused on the recipient at all times.

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Why You Need to Use Case Studies in Sales and Marketing (and How to Start Now)

Case studies are proof of successful client relations and a verifiable product or service. They persuade buyers by highlighting your customers' experiences with your company and its solution. In sales, case studies are crucial pieces of content that can be tailored to prospects' pain points and used throughout the buyer's journey. In marketing, case studies are versatile assets for generating business, providing reusable elements for ad and social media content, website material, and marketing c

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US Army Major Emails Mish the "Perfect Solution to This Iraq Thing"

MishTalk

'A US Army Major (USAM), whose name I have and have verified writes. Hi Mish, Thought you''d enjoy this in light of your recent "Absurdities, Blatant Lies, Chutzpah, Political Expediency, Odd Couples" post: Not sure if you ever read the "Duffel Blog," but it''s essentially "The Onion" with a targeted military audience. Their satire has been spot on lately.

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The Innovative Tool That's Transforming Customer Experience Training

1 to 1

'Companies want customer-obsessed cultures that will help them differentiate in the age of the customer. But transforming a culture can be a challenge: It requires all employees to understand who their customers are, how customers perceive their interactions with the company, and what roles employees need to play in delivering the overall experience.

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Why Do I Have to be on this Team? Part I

Gina Abudi

'A Mini Case Study Consider this situation: From the minute the team for a major internal project was announced, several of the members were overheard telling their colleagues that they didn’t understand why they needed to be involved in this initiative. They wanted to continue to work alone, as they have been doing for many [.]. The post Why Do I Have to be on this Team?

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Self assurance checklist for the anxious traveler

Seth Godin Blog

'Travel has always meant possibility and change, and for some people, that means anxiety. Add to this non-refundable fares, tight connections and security theater courtesy of the TSA, and it''s easy for the fun to turn into a literal nightmare. There are people who will tell you to just get over it and enjoy travelling, but for some people, the real benefit happens if they can eliminate the things that trigger the biggest issues.

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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.