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8 Tips for Running a Productive Virtual Meeting

Tom Spencer

As a former consultant, attending and facilitating meetings was probably where I spent most of my time. With the lack of physical human interaction, scheduling meetings was the mutually agreed way to even have a simple conversation. Like many of you, I get frustrated by unproductive meetings.

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Lead Management: Fostering Good Habits in the Workplace

Tom Spencer

In the previous article , I introduced the concepts of boss and lead management, and it seems clear-cut that the latter is superior and preferable. In this article, I explore why managers might struggle to implement lead management and fall back into the bad habits of boss management. What’s wrong with him?”

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Recruiters You Should Meet to Staff for Success

Harmonious Workplaces

This delay can mean missing out on top candidates who may accept other offers and can also impact the company’s ability to meet business objectives that depend on timely hiring. The quintessential networker, Lynn has spoken at events for organizations, including universities and associations. References Allen, D., & Vardaman, J.

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How to avoid boring team meetings

The Management Centre

Meetings can be fun, empowering and a way to enable new thinking. Sadly, they can also be the polar opposite – dull, frustrating events where nothing gets decided and everyone’s time is wasted. We often hear from participants on our training programmes that they actually dread team meetings. All of the above? Something else?

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Project Management: Leverage Data for Better Cost Control 

PM Alliance

But if you’re looking for more sophisticated and flexible ways to manage your project’s financial resources, consider how data can help make any approach more effective. Information reviews around past unexpected events can enable your team to keep costs down by more accurately identifying potential risks.

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Management is for softies – but it gets solid results: Bob’s story

The Management Centre

When we put together management training, we like to involve potential participants in the design. This co-creation approach has some real benefits – participants are engaged early on, and we can understand exactly what their management challenges are and ensure the training is tailored to meet their needs.

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Networking your Way into Management Consulting

Tom Spencer

Attend Industry Events Industry events, such as conferences, workshops, and networking events, are great opportunities to meet and connect with professionals in the consulting field. These events often have speakers, panels, and other interactive sessions that can provide valuable insights and advice.