Harmonious Workplaces

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Historically stable jobs such as those in software development, information management, and mathematics have seen some of the most dramatic drops in the workforce , with reductions in hiring of as much as 50% in some sectors and layoffs reported by watchlists on TechCrunch and other sites. References Indeed & Glassdoor.

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Harmonious Workplaces

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Since I’ve shown a little grey in my beard, I can verify from my experience that some hiring managers do not look favorably on older workers, especially job seekers. After five or so interviews, the hiring manager stated that they wanted a “digital native.” References AARP. Sorry I couldn’t be of more help. link] Becker, T. &

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Tom Spencer

DECEMBER 7, 2019

The question of how to join a management consulting firm as an experienced hire from another industry or another consulting firm is one that is often asked. Or in the case of a former management consultant, you want to experience different industries or functional capabilities. This was true for me as well.

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Organizational Talent Consulting

MARCH 4, 2024

There is a high demand for employees with data analytics skills, and it is very challenging to source, recruit, and retain those who possess these analytical attributes. Culture Lever #6 : How leaders recruit, promote, and excommunicate. References: Abina, A., Management Science, 60 (6), 1452-1469. Cestnik, B.,

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 11, 2020

During both consulting recruiting and the initial months working in consulting, experienced by myself and my friends, the top priority for a consulting career which has been consistently emphasized has been delivering excellent client work. Recruiting support. Arguably, the second priority has been persistent learning. Networking.

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Tom Spencer

DECEMBER 12, 2020

When it comes to recruiting, consulting firms have a roster of schools’ from which they source the majority of their summer interns and full-time employees. This dedicated school-based hiring is generally referred to as “campus hiring”. Reading Time: 4 minutes. Obstacles You May Face. Recommended Research. Final Thoughts.

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

The seven (7) factors considered by the 7 S Model include: Shared values refer to the values that are widely practiced within an organisation and form the company’s core guiding principles. Strategy refers to the plans that a company has for gaining a competitive advantage (e.g.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 21, 2021

Looking back to consulting recruiting in graduate school, I always think about how interesting it was that so much of the conversation among candidates was about getting an offer from a top consulting firm. During the recruiting process, firms screen candidates for potential to succeed given the firm’s business portfolio and culture.

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Successful Independent Consulting

APRIL 27, 2022

If you refer to yourself as a freelancer or consultant, what does that imply? Employees of major consulting firms like McKinsey and Accenture are called consultants, as are some in-house specialists deployed in an advisory role to work with teams outside of their own reporting structure (for example, an internal change management consultant).

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 9, 2019

I heeded the advice and partook in a school organized volunteer consulting program that was supported by a major management consulting firm whose consultants provided active mentorship. Looking back, that experience significantly shaped my successful recruiting strategy and confirmed my desire to enter the consulting industry.

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Johanna Rothman

OCTOBER 20, 2022

I've been a manager in several layoffs. The managers had already tightened the operating expenses, such as eliminating coffee in the break rooms. In addition, the managers had taken pay cuts. Then there are the companies that do across-the-board layoffs and give managers raises. If they want that, refer the person to HR.

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Tom Spencer

DECEMBER 6, 2020

I receive 2-3 LinkedIn messages per day asking to schedule a call so that I can share my personal experience in consulting, answer recruiting-related questions, and sometimes even review a resume on the spot. Reference common interests or speak directly to one of the prospect’s professional challenges. Someone you share a contact with?

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Asamby Consulting

MARCH 3, 2022

Nowadays, the HR function is often referred to as People & Culture, with an extended set of tasks compared to the traditional role of HR. Manage Operational HR Functions Some of the major functions are HRIS management, payroll system management, and budget management. When to hire an HR person?

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Harmonious Workplaces

OCTOBER 26, 2023

They serve in project management roles, accounting roles, training and development roles, logistics roles, health and safety roles, and even roles in culinary procurement and sanitization. Heck, I have worked as a “desk jockey” for most of my career in management and marketing. References Carey, M. & & Forsyth, A.

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 16, 2019

Through going to many different networking events and information nights with different firms, I have learned that this fact is quickly told by recruiters. Most firms hire in batches and relying on a core group of schools enables a consistent flow of talent” ( “Here’s How to Break Into the Management Consulting Industry,” 2016 ).

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 14, 2021

You are sitting in a chair facing a recruiter, manager, or professor asking you to share an experience where you displayed a particular emotion, dealt with a problem, or overcame a challenge. Consequently, these types of questions are referred to as “Experiential Questions”. Ricky Hollenbach is a third year Ph.D.

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Tom Spencer

JULY 27, 2019

As addressed in my article from last week , non-MBA graduate students face a comparatively more challenging journey in their quest to enter the management consulting industry. Occasionally, business schools will host consulting recruiting events that are open to all schools within the university, and non-MBAs can piggy back.

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Tom Spencer

JULY 18, 2020

This post contains 3 tips on networking drawn from my experience to help you make the most of networking events and achieve your goal of landing a role in the management consulting industry. It is difficult to bypass the system by simply enjoying a coffee with a recruiter. Be long term orientated. Conclusion. Image: Pixabay.

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Organizational Talent Consulting

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Innovative Workforce Development Step #4: Recruit and Retain a Diverse Workforce Who gets hired, promoted, and fired, and for what both creates and reinforces your organization's culture. References: Amabile, T. Management Research Review, 38 (11), 1126-1148. It is in this environment that employees can be creative. Lukes, M.,

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Management Consulted

JULY 1, 2012

Before we get started, check out our core post on networking the “normal way” – at info sessions and through target school types of recruiting opportunities. Your asset file consists of the names of anyone and everyone who can help you – either directly or indirectly – get a job in management consulting.

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Tom Spencer

JANUARY 19, 2019

Understanding the factors that drive employee turnover can allow management to retain valued talent, reduce the rate at which employees leave the organisation, and spend less money on recruitment thereby freeing up resources to invest elsewhere. Voluntary Turnover is the type of turnover that is of primary interest to managers.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 13, 2020

Oftentimes, I was paired with an upper-year student or recent graduate who worked at a management consulting firm. At my company, everyone is assigned a coach, who is usually at the senior manager or director level. Recruiting is tough, regardless of profession or industry. Be open to conversations on LinkedIn.

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CaseInterview.com

MAY 9, 2019

Management Consulting Networking Success Story: I just want to drop you one additional thank you e-mail, as I heavily relied on your preparation sources throughout my interviewing journey (and the corresponding case interview preparation). I went through workshops offered by these firms and talked to numerous recruiters and consultants.

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 31, 2019

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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Tom Spencer

MARCH 14, 2020

In management consulting, relationships matter a lot; most of the time, a strong relationship is developed by making a strong first impression with the other individual. A good impression can often lead to a reference or a referral to another person at the firm. Why is the first impression so important? . Increases your credibility.

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Clarity Consultants

JULY 14, 2021

When our client’s sales training manager was tasked in September 2019 with revamping four existing sales training courses from PowerPoint and Word formats to eLearning modules by the end of December, she knew she needed a partner that could deliver the results her team needed on a tight timeframe. to work on the project.

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Epicflow

DECEMBER 14, 2023

VR and drone scanning can make project information more accurate – technical engineers will be able to get the exact size and projection of buildings faster, and project managers will be able to sustain value. Building information modeling (BIM) Building information modeling is one of the relatively new trends in construction management.

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Rick Conlow

JULY 2, 2023

The phrase– exodus of quiet quitting at work– refers to employees who still go to work. And of course, organizations and managers want the hustle and the desire to get ahead. 57% of employees blame managers for their quiet quitting. 39% of employees say managers have not noticed their lower performance.

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Management Consulted

JANUARY 25, 2016

As such, AlixPArtners is known for being packed full of industry and consulting experts and the firm’s managing directors have been called upon by several leading publications such as Bloomberg, WSJ, the Financial Times, CNBC, and Fox Business. Information Management. 1 in interim management, No. Practice Areas.

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Management Consulted

FEBRUARY 28, 2016

In case you were wondering, the company’s current trademarked slogan, “We Didn’t Invent the Chicken, Just the Chicken Sandwich,” does indeed refer to their flagship menu-item, the Chick-Fil-A chicken sandwich. Want access to Management Consulted’s exclusive list of consulting and post consulting jobs?

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Management Consulted

FEBRUARY 26, 2017

If that was the X factor, we know Management Consulted would already be #1. After the group problem-solving activity, you’ll be individually escorted to an interview with at least 2-3 senior level Managers and perhaps even a Partner. Are you an employer, recruiter, or hiring manager? Are you an employer?

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CaseInterview.com

OCTOBER 30, 2019

I had my eye on management consulting for some time, so I decided to give it a shot. I wasn't ready to give up, so I decided to reach out to some recruiters that were listed on the firm's websites (mistake). After talking with the recruiter, I was set up to do a practice case over the phone with an ex-McKinsey consultant.

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Successful Independent Consulting

APRIL 14, 2017

You can download the entire series as a reference guide here. For example, I have over a hundred endorsements for change management, but I no longer do that type of work so I moved it much lower on my list. who know someone I know, which makes it easy to check a reference and get introduced.

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Harmonious Workplaces

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In 1997, Jim promoted me from CSR (customer service representative) to assistant manager of Blockbuster within a few months just prior to my graduation from college. I also handled recruitment, payroll, inventory management, and other store operations.

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Management Consulted

JANUARY 20, 2014

BearingPoint Managing Partner: Peter Mockler. This consulting business unit focused on both technology and management. Shortly after going public, the new KPMG Consulting, LLC management announced their intentions of some aggressive international acquisitions funded by their new IPO. BearingPoint Locations: 17 Countries.

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 13, 2019

A common trademark in the consulting recruitment process is the case study interview. The case study is designed to mimic the work management consultants do for their clients and therefore showing the interviewer how the applicant might perform for the firm ( The University of Sydney, 2019 ). Reference List. Image: Pexels.

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Successful Independent Consulting

MARCH 15, 2017

You can download the entire series as a reference guide here. For example, Management Consultant or Founder of Jane Smith Consulting are too vague to be useful. Use keywords that recruiters and potential clients may use in their searches. Sadly, most LinkedIn members think headline = job title.

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