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Back to the Basics in Leadership and Life with former EVP of Operations for the Walt Disney World Resort Lee Cockerell

Consulting Matters

Today I'm talking with Lee Cockerell, the former Executive Vice President of Operations for Walt Disney resort and currently a consultant, author, and speaker. In this episode, you'll hear: How Lee evolved as a leader by shedding defensiveness and operating in trust. Why you need to create a system to be a person of your word.

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The Transformative Power of AI in Business

Tom Spencer

In the digital age, businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to gain a competitive edge and streamline their operations. From enhancing customer experiences to optimizing decision-making processes, AI is reshaping the way businesses operate and opening up new possibilities for growth.

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The connective tissue around productized services

Kai Davis

When we talk about productized services, we often touch on how they help you increase your effective hourly rate. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) let you write down and capture your process so you can remember it later and improve it over time. Here’s a video with me waxing poetic about SOPs: [link]. Kai Davis.

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Front-Line To C-Suite | Inside The Heart and Mind of Former Disney COO and Experience Steward Jim MacPhee

Consulting Matters

Today, I'm chatting with one of my favorite executives of all time, Jim MacPhee, recently retired Chief Operating Officer and self-proclaimed Experience Steward for Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts. In January 2018, Jim was promoted to the role of Chief Operating Officer/Senior Vice President, Walt Disney World® Resort.

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How to Conduct A Market Scan And Find Your Niche

Consulting Matters

Create products and services your clients will want to buy. Related Blog, Video, or Podcast Episode: How to Build a Networking Strategy, On-Air Coaching with Vern Schellenger. Back to the Basics in Leadership and Life with former EVP of Operations for the Walt Disney World Resort Lee Cockerell. Identify a competitive angle.

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Launching Your Online Business: Guide for First-Time Entrepreneurs

Business Consulting Agency

In today’s digital era, the prospect of establishing an online business offers unparalleled opportunities for budding entrepreneurs to bring their innovative products and services to a global market. Procuring or Creating Your Products The procurement strategy for your products defines your business’s operational foundation.

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Emergence of Formal Behavioral Insights Teams and Initiatives

Steve Shu Consulting

I recently ran into a short video by the New South Wales government which does a great job of introducing the notion of behavioral insights and application in the governmental space. One the other hand, possibilities for competitive differentiation and new products seem limitless. Operating Model Development.

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