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Cloud computing is basically network computing conducted on a large scale. The process is heavily reliant on servers that are distributed across the globe. These servers can, however, be accessed at any given moment. MORE
The never ending story of Brexit, American protectionism, and the Yellow Vest movement in France represent rising political risks, impacting organizations around the world. MORE
Are you a VP, CEO, or leader planning a strategy session for your organization? If you are, there are a lot of reasons why you may need to use a Strategic Planning Facilitator for your next strategy meeting. facilitation MORE
Are you looking to keep your employees happier and more engaged (and employed longer) with your company? engagement MORE
As addressed in my article from last week , non-MBA graduate students face a comparatively more challenging journey in their quest to enter the management consulting industry. MORE
In this episode of our Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we were joined by Jacob Baadsgaard Founder & CEO of Disruptive Advertising. Jacob began his career in the web analytics industry, eventually moving into marketing after working with various enterprise and Fortune 100 organizations to track their marketing efforts and data insights. Jacob founded Disruptive Advertising as an entrepreneur, and the organization now has over 150 employees. MORE
Are you at a point in your career where you're starting to ask life's big questions: Who am I? What do I want? What is my purpose? Then you're going to be relieved that I put together this video to help you start finding answers. MORE
Got big dreams for your career and business? Chances are - you also got big fears. Part of you is SO EXCITED about the vision! It can see the potential and cannot wait to make it real! And another part of you is completely overwhelmed and terrified by the same idea. MORE
Hiring a mentor is the most significant business development decision you'll make. It signifies three things: You're done with trying to cobble together best practices from podcasts, webinars and books and are ready for real traction. MORE
While most people see me as a teacher, I see myself as a lifetime student. One of the many things I study is market demand. When my kids and their friends all talk about a product, I get intrigued as to why they like it. When I’m walking around town and see a long line of customers out the door and around the corner demanding to buy something, I go to the front of the line to see what is being supplied. MORE
A survey earlier this year by Yale University and George Mason University showed that 85% of people in the US are somewhat or very worried about global warming; only 12% think it’s too late to act. MORE
The majority of us who take the leap from high-paying corporate jobs into full-time business ownership do so because we want control over our career, time and earning power. We are SO done with those 70-hour workweeks investing in someone else's bottom line! MORE
In working with the participants of my group marketing programs, one issue comes up over and over again. “I I don’t know how to do that!”. Are you familiar with that one? It’s often an unspoken issue with a lot of emotional baggage. We want to know and we don’t know. And we think we should know. MORE
I hope last week’s conversation about the either or-ness of face-to-face meetings and creating content spurs you on to do (more) content. Given how conservative we are as a profession, you would think we should not have all of our eggs in one marketing basket. On to this week. MORE
A friend of mine called me the other day to ask for career advice. In a recent reorganization, he was assigned to a new boss. The two did not get along well. The new boss kept send him emails about his failures to perform. When he would ask his boss in person for specific feedback on what he wanted him to do differently, the boss wouldn’t give any specifics. He would only say verbally, "You’re doing a good job." MORE
Welcome to my new series: Consultant Website Breakdown. In this series, I’ll show you examples of the best consulting websites that generate business. Each breakdown will include 2 videos. The first video will explain what the consulting website does well. The second video will explain what the consulting website could do better. These consulting websites inspire my Consultant Website Template Kit. With this series, you’ll understand the best of consulting websites. MORE
Our road and rail infrastructure is not ready for the future of mobility. Owners and operators should act now or risk being left behind. Insights on Capital Projects & Infrastructure MORE
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Spending on social priorities, such as pensions, unemployment support, and disability, account for a large portion of government expenditure, yet many services fail to meet customer expectations. Public Sector Insights MORE
While a successful exit has many elements, a clear and evidence-backed equity story detailing the asset’s potential may be the most important. Three key principles can help funds maximize exit returns. Insights on Private Equity & Principal Investors MORE
Our latest research revealed that the Eastern Europe & Russia consulting market grew by a solid 6.8% in 2018, to reach total revenues of €1,917m. We’ve put together a few things to keep in mind if you are already active in, or thinking of entering, this potentially challenging market. MORE
“In the cyber world, you may be at risk, but you are not defenseless,” says John Iannarelli, author and cyber security expert MORE
Lead Tracking. Should you use your CRM to track your sales leads? Most likely. That’s what the tool is for. Should you use it to track non-sales leads? What about past clients? That question leads to some interesting conversation. Past Client Follow-up. MORE
I’ve always avoided agreeing to a time frame for a discussion. “Can I have a half-hour of your time?” ” “No, just tell me what your question or issue is.” ” I can usually take care of the inquiry in five minutes. MORE
Starting up is the hardest part of any business. Jacob Baadsgaard, the Founder and CEO of Disruptive Analytics, shares his business journey starting with working at Adobe and transitioning to other companies, and then finally managing his own organization. MORE
Change of pace today.Only haiku, not advice.You deserve some fun. One more week gone, andthe proposal isn’t signedShould I call again? Hooray, they said yes!Let’s Let’s review the task timeline.Uh We owe what?! She greets me warmly.The flight attendant knows me.Another Monday. MORE
Rod Burkert
JULY 31, 2019
I hope last week’s conversation about the either or-ness of face-to-face meetings and creating content spurs you on to do (more) content. Given how conservative we are as a profession, you would think we should not have all of our eggs in one marketing basket. On to this week.
Tom Spencer
JULY 27, 2019
As addressed in my article from last week , non-MBA graduate students face a comparatively more challenging journey in their quest to enter the management consulting industry.
Consulting Success
JULY 29, 2019
Starting up is the hardest part of any business. Jacob Baadsgaard, the Founder and CEO of Disruptive Analytics, shares his business journey starting with working at Adobe and transitioning to other companies, and then finally managing his own organization.
David A Fields
JULY 30, 2019
Change of pace today.Only haiku, not advice.You deserve some fun. One more week gone, andthe proposal isn’t signedShould I call again? Hooray, they said yes!Let’s Let’s review the task timeline.Uh We owe what?! She greets me warmly.The flight attendant knows me.Another Monday.
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Consulting Matters
AUGUST 2, 2019
Are you at a point in your career where you're starting to ask life's big questions: Who am I? What do I want? What is my purpose? Then you're going to be relieved that I put together this video to help you start finding answers.
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McKinsey
JULY 30, 2019
For innovation initiatives to succeed, they must be staffed with the right combination of talent. Strategy & Corporate Finance Insights
Strategic Planning and Management Insights
AUGUST 1, 2019
The never ending story of Brexit, American protectionism, and the Yellow Vest movement in France represent rising political risks, impacting organizations around the world.
Consulting Matters
AUGUST 2, 2019
The majority of us who take the leap from high-paying corporate jobs into full-time business ownership do so because we want control over our career, time and earning power. We are SO done with those 70-hour workweeks investing in someone else's bottom line!
Henry DeVries
JULY 31, 2019
“In the cyber world, you may be at risk, but you are not defenseless,” says John Iannarelli, author and cyber security expert
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McKinsey
AUGUST 1, 2019
While a successful exit has many elements, a clear and evidence-backed equity story detailing the asset’s potential may be the most important. Three key principles can help funds maximize exit returns. Insights on Private Equity & Principal Investors
Strategic Planning and Management Insights
JULY 29, 2019
Are you looking to keep your employees happier and more engaged (and employed longer) with your company? engagement
Consulting Matters
AUGUST 2, 2019
Hiring a mentor is the most significant business development decision you'll make. It signifies three things: You're done with trying to cobble together best practices from podcasts, webinars and books and are ready for real traction.
The More Clients Blog
JULY 29, 2019
In working with the participants of my group marketing programs, one issue comes up over and over again. “I I don’t know how to do that!”. Are you familiar with that one? It’s often an unspoken issue with a lot of emotional baggage. We want to know and we don’t know. And we think we should know.
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The world of BI and analytics has evolved. Discover the five styles of reporting and analysis, and learn the pros and cons of each in an enterprise scenario.
McKinsey
JULY 31, 2019
Ludovic Holinier, executive chairman of Auchan Retail China, reflects on his two-year stint as CEO of China’s largest hypermarket chain and shares his views on what lies ahead for food retailers. Retail Insights
Strategic Planning and Management Insights
AUGUST 2, 2019
Are you a VP, CEO, or leader planning a strategy session for your organization? If you are, there are a lot of reasons why you may need to use a Strategic Planning Facilitator for your next strategy meeting. facilitation
Consulting Matters
AUGUST 2, 2019
Got big dreams for your career and business? Chances are - you also got big fears. Part of you is SO EXCITED about the vision! It can see the potential and cannot wait to make it real! And another part of you is completely overwhelmed and terrified by the same idea.
Tsavo Neal
JULY 29, 2019
Welcome to my new series: Consultant Website Breakdown. In this series, I’ll show you examples of the best consulting websites that generate business. Each breakdown will include 2 videos. The first video will explain what the consulting website does well. The second video will explain what the consulting website could do better. These consulting websites inspire my Consultant Website Template Kit. With this series, you’ll understand the best of consulting websites.
McKinsey
AUGUST 1, 2019
Spending on social priorities, such as pensions, unemployment support, and disability, account for a large portion of government expenditure, yet many services fail to meet customer expectations. Public Sector Insights
Strategic Planning and Management Insights
JULY 30, 2019
In this episode of our Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we were joined by Jacob Baadsgaard Founder & CEO of Disruptive Advertising. Jacob began his career in the web analytics industry, eventually moving into marketing after working with various enterprise and Fortune 100 organizations to track their marketing efforts and data insights. Jacob founded Disruptive Advertising as an entrepreneur, and the organization now has over 150 employees.
CaseInterview.com
JULY 29, 2019
While most people see me as a teacher, I see myself as a lifetime student. One of the many things I study is market demand. When my kids and their friends all talk about a product, I get intrigued as to why they like it. When I’m walking around town and see a long line of customers out the door and around the corner demanding to buy something, I go to the front of the line to see what is being supplied.
The Source
AUGUST 2, 2019
Our latest research revealed that the Eastern Europe & Russia consulting market grew by a solid 6.8% in 2018, to reach total revenues of €1,917m. We’ve put together a few things to keep in mind if you are already active in, or thinking of entering, this potentially challenging market.
McKinsey
JULY 30, 2019
Our road and rail infrastructure is not ready for the future of mobility. Owners and operators should act now or risk being left behind. Insights on Capital Projects & Infrastructure
Henry DeVries
JULY 29, 2019
“The main difference between average and those who create exceptional outcomes is attitude. We alter our lives by altering our attitudes,” says author and motivational speaker Boaz Rauchwerger
CaseInterview.com
JULY 29, 2019
A friend of mine called me the other day to ask for career advice. In a recent reorganization, he was assigned to a new boss. The two did not get along well. The new boss kept send him emails about his failures to perform. When he would ask his boss in person for specific feedback on what he wanted him to do differently, the boss wouldn’t give any specifics. He would only say verbally, "You’re doing a good job."
The Source
JULY 29, 2019
A survey earlier this year by Yale University and George Mason University showed that 85% of people in the US are somewhat or very worried about global warming; only 12% think it’s too late to act.
McKinsey
JULY 30, 2019
Customers told us that more calling won’t improve lenders’ contact and recovery rates. Here’s what they said does work. Risk Insights
Kai Davis
JULY 31, 2019
Lead Tracking. Should you use your CRM to track your sales leads? Most likely. That’s what the tool is for. Should you use it to track non-sales leads? What about past clients? That question leads to some interesting conversation. Past Client Follow-up.
Alan Weiss
JULY 30, 2019
I’ve always avoided agreeing to a time frame for a discussion. “Can I have a half-hour of your time?” ” “No, just tell me what your question or issue is.” ” I can usually take care of the inquiry in five minutes.
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