David A Fields

JULY 30, 2024

One of my early mentors in consulting used to have a saying about winning consulting projects: “Fifty percent of sure-things actually happen.” If you’ve led your consulting firm for any period of time, you’ve experienced the Yes that somehow turns into a No. It’s a phenomenon you can avoid, though. A ways back, a seasoned … Continued The post 3 “No”s to Look for When Pursuing Consulting Projects appeared first on David A.

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Consulting Success

AUGUST 2, 2024

Imagine waking up each day to the relentless hum of a city that never sleeps. Your mind is already racing with the potential of the day that awaits. Gone are the days of simple, predictable routines you might have enjoyed as a full-time employee. Instead, you’re navigating a high-stakes game. One good decision or contact.

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Girard Training Solutions

JULY 31, 2024

In today’s dynamic workplace, motivating your team is more crucial than ever. A motivated team is more productive, innovative, engaged, and committed to the organization’s goals. However, motivating your team goes beyond the traditional “carrot and stick ” approach, which involves the manager rewarding people when they do well but punishing them if they make a mistake.

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Harvard Business

AUGUST 1, 2024

Does pursuing a college education still make sense in the age of online learning and AI — when we have access to information for free via the internet? The problem with this question is that it frames college as an information gatekeeper, misunderstanding much of its value. For many, higher education institutions offer more than that: a transformative journey where students can network and develop transferable soft skills that require teamwork and repetition.

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Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Harvard Business

AUGUST 1, 2024

In a work world that values ownership and personal initiative, many assume that asking for direction or seeking clarification will make them look incapable, or worse, will prove to others — and themselves — that they have no idea what they’re doing. Asking for help without appearing weak requires a delicate balance of convening vulnerability and strength.

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MishTalk

AUGUST 2, 2024

A recession indicator based off rising unemployment triggered in July. Claudia Sahm, a former Fed economist, takes credit for an indicator she did not invent. Let's discuss.

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Buzzsprout

JULY 28, 2024

The podcasting world is full of incredible people, but the journey can still feel isolating when you're editing and recording as a one-person show. That's where having a community can help! Podcast communities break that isolation by bringing together like-minded people to share resources, provide support, and motivate each other! Within these groups, creators find dynamic environments that promote networking, skill-building, and collaboration.

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Harvard Business

AUGUST 2, 2024

Today the workforce is getting older, and the number of younger workers in positions of senior management is growing. These two developments might appear to spell trouble, in that they seem to set the generations against one another, but the author of this article argues that in fact they represent an important opportunity: If companies can figure out how to enable the intergenerational transfer of the wisdom that comes with age and experience, they can strengthen themselves — and the workplace

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 2, 2024

When it comes to tech innovations, the banking sector is usually ahead of the curve. This is especially true for Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI), the deep-learning tech that can generate human-like text, images, videos, and audio. It can even synthesize data for training other AI models. Banks are buzzing with excitement over Gen AI, and its future in the sector looks even brighter.

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MishTalk

JULY 31, 2024

ADP data shows year-over-year payroll growth is negative 88,000 for small corporations sized 20-49. Trends are negative in all but very large corporations.

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Harmonious Workplaces

AUGUST 2, 2024

My Journey Through Advanced Manufacturing Training My family has been attending the LOSS (Loving Outreach to Survivors of Suicide) fundraiser brunch through Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago every year since 2000, the year after we lost my brother. This event has become a significant part of our healing journey, connecting us with a […] The post From Loss to Purpose-Driven Work appeared first on Harmonious Workplaces.

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Harvard Business

AUGUST 2, 2024

As a first-time manager, you might be unsure of how much autonomy to give your team members. The proliferation of remote and hybrid work makes striking a balance between over- and undermanaging even trickier. Without regular, in-person oversight, micromanagement has increased for some leaders while others are too hands-off, leaving their direct reports to fend for themselves.

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 2, 2024

MBA rankings are a significant factor for many prospective students when choosing a business school. However, understanding the methodology behind these rankings, their significance, and how to interpret them is crucial for making an informed decision. In this article, we will delve into global MBA rankings and provide guidance on how to use or not use them.

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MishTalk

JULY 29, 2024

Due to waning housing affordability, a growing number of Americans continue to live with their parents into adulthood.

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Business Consulting Agency

AUGUST 2, 2024

Entering the U.S. market is a significant milestone for many international companies. The United States, with its vast consumer base, robust economy, and diverse market opportunities, presents an attractive destination for businesses aiming to expand their global footprint. However, this expansion is fraught with challenges. Companies operating outside of the U.S. and trying to establish a market presence face numerous obstacles, from cultural differences to complex regulatory environments.

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Harvard Business

JULY 29, 2024

Humans have relied on generalizations forever as a mental shortcut — and a way of running a business efficiently. But just as advancements in AI are making it possible to move beyond a handful of customer personas to infinitely personalizable products and messaging, they are also revealing to us a broader world full of ever-changing unique detail. Weinberger, a technology philosopher, and Zanini, a business innovation strategist, show us four areas in which the particular is making itself known

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Alan Weiss

AUGUST 2, 2024

Some of you will remember Doo-wop music from the 50s and 60s, where the beat was so profound and simple that anyone could follow it. You felt it. For me, it was an opportunity for this pretty lousy dancer to hold a woman tightly in his arms—fully approved and sanctioned by all relevant authorities—and have her voluntarily follow me (a much harder skill, Ginger Rogers was unappreciated) around the dance floor.

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MishTalk

AUGUST 2, 2024

The headline jobs number was much weaker than the consensus estimate of 180,000 and the unemployment rate rose 0.2 percentage points.

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Business Consulting Agency

AUGUST 1, 2024

The beauty industry is a thriving, multi-billion-dollar market, making it an attractive venture for aspiring entrepreneurs. Starting a cosmetic business offers the opportunity to tap into this lucrative market, whether you’re passionate about makeup, skincare, or organic beauty products. However, launching a successful cosmetic brand involves more than just having a great product idea.

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Harvard Business

JULY 29, 2024

While working while on vacation isn’t ideal, there may be times when projects, deadlines, or client obligations prevent you from being fully offline. While it’s not easy to balance these competing priorities, it is possible to get critical work done while enjoying some refreshing time off. The key is to do a little pre-planning, making sure to avoid a few common mistakes people make when mixing business and personal travel.

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Office Skills

JULY 31, 2024

Cultivating a healthy organization: a framework for employee wellbeing and business success In today’s competitive landscape, companies are recognizing the growing importance of employee wellbeing. Healthy organizations, characterized by a […] The post Employee Well Being appeared first on Office Skills Training.

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Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global

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MishTalk

JULY 31, 2024

The Fed is concerned about inflation and jobs. It’s the latter that will be the bigger problem in the near-term. The Fed is behind the curve in jobs.

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JULY 31, 2024

Starting and running a small business is a rewarding yet challenging endeavor. Small businesses in the US face a variety of obstacles that can hinder their growth and success. However, with the right strategies and support, these challenges can be effectively managed. Explore here the most common challenges faced by small businesses. Navigating common small business challenges is critical.

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Harvard Business

JULY 31, 2024

Without knowing the details of a person’s history, employers rely on signals of quality to make bets on who will make quality employees with a strong organizational fit. Resume gaps used to be clear negative signals, but attitudes seem to be changing today. For example, LinkedIn recently adopted a new “Career Breaks” feature in which users can showcase skills acquired during a professional pause.

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LSA Global

JULY 30, 2024

Redwood Shores, CA – LSA Global, the leading business consulting, coaching, and training firm that helps fast growth life science, technology, and service companies by powerfully aligning their culture and talent with strategy, today announced results for a Leading through Influence Training for LATAM leaders focused on helping managers and directors to get things done cross-functionally across all levels of the organization. 100% Job Relevance 95% Satisfaction 138% Knowledge Gain 96.3% Net Prom

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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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