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Leading by Lending a Hand to Others

Harmonious Workplaces

In our first meeting, Alan recommended the book The Leadership Challenge by Kouzes & Posner. Merging insights from leading consulting firm McKinsey, academic journals, and contemporary cultural references like Ted Lasso , this blog explores the multifaceted nature of leadership to which many, if not most, organizations may wish to aspire.

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Guide to Launching a Skin Care Product Line

Business Consulting Agency

Fact: A study in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology found that products with scientifically backed ingredients are perceived as more effective by consumers. Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance Benefit: Ensuring that the skin care line meets regulatory standards is a priority.

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It’s Not “Time Management.” It’s Lean.

Markovitz Consulting

In the space of two weeks, the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal both ran articles on the productivity benefits of reduced work hours. Of course, software firm 37 Signals has been operating four-day work weeks over the summer since 2008.

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Manufacturing Product Process Help Through Consulting Services

Business Consulting Agency

Fact: According to a study published in the Journal of Business Chemistry, products developed with precise formulations are 27% more likely to meet or exceed quality expectations. Fact: A survey by Deloitte found that 94% of executives believe that ensuring product quality is vital for maintaining a strong brand reputation.

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Holiday Human-Capital Culling Could Cost

Harmonious Workplaces

Job seekers report on peer-support calls and during networking meetings that they have had their interviews postponed or canceled. Moreover, suppose your organization plans to make changes in the new year, such as a new CRM or ERP system, a new set of operational processes, or a merger. link] Sverke, M., Hellgren, J.,

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Say Goodbye to Strategic Planning? What’s Next?

Organizational Talent Consulting

Annual off-site meetings to change dates on unsuccessful strategies don't make sense. Leaders facing environmental conditions like today without scenario planning will likely either stop strategic planning and only operate in the short term or take too much risk and gamble on one specific future. Organizational Talent Consulting.

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6 Organizational Culture Change Strategies

Organizational Talent Consulting

Leaders need to be able to operate within and upon the business. If you are looking for a good discussion topic at an upcoming meeting, take some time to ask those attending how they would describe the organization's culture. The Journal of Product Innovation Management, 30 (4), 763-781. What is Organizational Culture?

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