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Figuring Out Your Billing Rate as an Independent Consultant

Successful Independent Consulting

They don’t know to add a hefty margin to cover things like self-employment tax, business expenses, health insurance, and nonbillable time spent on business administration. People who market themselves as independent professionals and operate as small businesses can charge more than those who work as subcontractors.

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New Technologies in the Insurance Landscape (Part 1 – Artificial Intelligence)

Tom Spencer

Digital disruption is touching every aspect of the consumer market, including the insurance industry. Traditionally, the insurance industry has lagged behind other sectors in the shift into digital technologies, its business model proving to be remarkably resilient. Artificial Intelligence.

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The Insurance Industry Needs an Intervention

Strategy+Business

Before attempting to execute new strategies, insurance companies need to reevaluate every dimension of their operating model. Here are some recommendations.

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Empowering Small Business Growth Through Consulting

Business Consulting Agency

However, navigating the complexities of business operations, strategic planning, and growth can be challenging for small business owners. They work closely with business owners to assess current operations, identify growth opportunities, and develop actionable strategies to achieve long-term goals.

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Wealth Management 101: The Hidden World of Private Banking

Tom Spencer

The financial services industry comprises firms that operate across a range of sectors: Asset & Wealth Management, Banking & Capital Markets, and Insurance.

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Bank Profitability: Decoding the Income Statement

Tom Spencer

A bank’s income statement can be simplified into five main line items: Net interest income Non-interest income Operating expenses Provision for credit losses (PCL) Tax Image 1: Illustrative example of a bank’s income statement Source: CIBC’s 2022 Annual Report 1. The biggest swing in operating expenses is likely to be variable compensation.

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The Insurance Industry Needs an Intervention

Strategy+Business

Before attempting to execute new strategies, insurance companies need to reevaluate every dimension of their operating model. Here are some recommendations.