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So you want to be a manager? Questions to ask before seeking that promotion

The Management Centre

Do I like supporting others through coaching, teaching, training or motivating them to achieve their objectives? Interpersonal/relational skills and emotional intelligence How do I relate to other people? How emotionally intelligent am I? What kind of training and support will I need to excel in a managerial role?

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The Impact of AI on the Management Consulting Industry

Tom Spencer

The firms that incorporate AI into consulting projects and train consultants to utilize that technology will gain a competitive advantage in the AI age. The AI age will change a few of the fundamentals of the management consulting industry all the way down to the recruitment level.

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Synergy Unleashed: The Power of Great Teamwork

Rick Conlow

Our assessment identified a silo mentality throughout the organization and minimal leadership development or training. We addressed the issues with new communication channels, customer service and quality initiatives, on-going quality leadership training for all leaders (executives, too), and team development applications.

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Preventing the Exodus of Quiet Quitting at Work

Rick Conlow

Losing talented and experienced employees is costly for an organization in terms of recruitment, training, and knowledge transfer. This includes fostering positive communication, emotional intelligence, performance coaching, and conflict resolution abilities. Visit the RCI store: Books & Training Resources.

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Consulting Networking: 6 Best Practice Guidelines

Tom Spencer

One of the more memorable parts of the consulting recruiting process was witnessing people attempting to network with consulting firms. What can inspire a more productive conversation with a consultant or recruiter is helping them understand how you might be an asset to the firm. Referral to a recruiter.

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Brews, News and Booz & Company: Interview and Culture Insights

Management Consulted

He began by helping firms recruit competent executives, acquire new customers, and establish conducive office space. After 2 years, he recruited 2 friends from Chicago and formed the Business Research and Development Company with $500 borrowed from the bank. BOOZ & COMPANY INTERVIEWS AND RECRUITING. Intellectual integrity.

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2016 Top 10 U.S. MBA programs for Management Consulting

Management Consulted

But more than just teamwork, Kellogg also knows how to train you up in problem-solving skills. The Class of 2015 had a full 35% of its graduates accept offers in the consulting field, and Kellogg has become a hot recruiting spot across top firms – but especially for McKinsey. Buckle up; here we go! 2015 class size: 635.