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Tech Sales vs Management Consulting

Tom Spencer

As someone currently in management consulting who has previously done tech sales for a major software company, I was amused by Martin Keller’s article championing tech sales (sometimes known as consultative or customer success driven sales) over management consulting. I want to compare these two career options in 6 respects.

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Business Development and Networking During a Pandemic Lockdown

Successful Independent Consulting

I don’t know how to do sales! Thinking of you, -- Liz I closed the emails with “no need to reply” to help avoid being perceived as “sales-y”. For my clients who work in healthcare, I sent chocolate-covered espresso beans to help perk them up during the long days. Will I be able to find enough work? But that’s not the case!

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Top Trends in US Business Startups

Business Consulting Agency

E-commerce and Online Retail : Facts : E-commerce continues its rapid growth, accounting for a significant portion of retail sales. In 2021, US e-commerce sales surged to $933.3 Statistics : The US Census Bureau reports that online sales constituted 16.1% billion in funding in 2021, according to CB Insights.

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AI in Consulting: The Beginning of a New Era

Tom Spencer

In the healthcare industry, AI can be used to assist in diagnostics and drug discovery. For example, by analysing large amounts of data, such as historical sales, weather, and social media data, machine learning algorithms can identify patterns that can be used to predict future customer demand and inventory levels.

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Leveling Up: Consulting Skills for an AI-Powered World

Tom Spencer

Consultants are still needed to interpret the results, identifying key trends and patterns, and making recommendations that can help the client to increase sales and customer satisfaction. Take for example a consulting engagement for a healthcare client who wants to improve patient outcomes.

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Using Gratitude to Keep Your Top People Longer: Interview w/ Lisa Ryan

Strategic Planning and Management Insights

Lisa brings an impressive range of experience to the podcast, spending time as an executive recruiter, working in industrial sales, the welding industry (yes, she welds!), the healthcare industry, and as a speaker. SME Strategy ·. Using Gratitude to Keep Your Top People Longer: Interview with Lisa Ryan.

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Target Drops Healthcare Coverage for Part-Time Workers, Claims No Reduction in Hours; Thank Your Employer?

MishTalk

Obamacare does not mandate healthcare coverage for part-time employees (defined as those working less than 30 hours a week). As a direct result, numerous retail stores including Trader Joe’s and Home Depot have already stopped offering healthcare plans to part-time workers. Today, Target, the second-largest U.S.