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A roadmap streamlines business goals into strategic and executable paths. In the context of project management, a roadmap can span across multiple timelines for continuous product development. Why do you need a product roadmap? MORE
The latest research shows: when government agencies offer a better customer experience, they deliver measurable impact across multiple priorities. Public-sector leaders should pick their spots and be bold. Public Sector Insights MORE
One of the challenges of communicating effectively in times of viral issue and crisis management is ensuring that your brand’s communications are consistent across every stakeholder group, region and department. MORE
Technological advancements have touched every aspect of modern business, and consulting recruiting is no exception. To consulting firms, face-to-face interviews are always the best way to make a final decision on a candidate. However, in first rounds, there is a … Continue Reading. The post Case Interview Video Conference – Top Tips appeared first on Management Consulted. MORE
When I was Stanford, I took a sociology class focused on the topic of status. It was fascinating. The big lesson learned from that class is your social status determines a large part of your influence. Things like ethnicity, gender, height, and educational achievement determine how others perceive the validity of your ideas. For example, if you take two identical resumes -- one with an obviously man’s name versus one with an obviously woman’s name, the man will get more interview invitations. MORE
“What is Time Debt?” ” Time Debt is when you don’t have enough hours in the day to get things done, so you raid your Time Banks and then steal more time through a Time Heist. You’re here because you’ve run out of time. MORE
Value. It’s the beating heart of the work your consulting firm produces for your clients, and it’s the reason you win consulting projects. Therefore, offering more value, along with chocolate-glazed pastries will enable you to secure bigger projects faster, right? Wrong. MORE
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Here is how SaaS providers can meet the security needs of their enterprise customers. Risk Insights MORE
Consulting is a job for the strong and organized, especially when it comes to dealing with multiple companies. Jeff Hahn, the founding partner of Apron Food PR, shares why he decided to go out on his own and start his own consulting business. He talks about how he was able to pull off leading and. MORE
Advocating to create an image of trust is one of the key things any consultant must strongly do in the process of starting or continuing a consultations business. MORE
These are a few tips and tricks that I’ve picked up from my own personal experience as well as anecdotes for consultants a few years out. There are a lot of things to note when first starting your career, but these are the most broadly applicable. Be open-minded. MORE
Several years ago, I was meeting a participant in one of my group programs. We were discussing his speaking plan. Jeff, I’m glad to hear that you’re getting speaking engagements and that people are enjoying your talks. But what are you doing with the cards you collect after the presentation?”. MORE
As with most other competitive professions, breaking into consulting roles has a lot to do with networking. Unfortunately, candidates get one chance to make a first impression. Meeting people early before you are polished will end up burning a lot of bridges. MORE
Time management. It’s a popular topic in management training. Whichever way you look there is something else demanding your attention and therefore your time – and it can feel like drowning. MORE
This question comes up often. It is typically asked when you are thrown multiple data sources, running up to millions of rows. Sometimes you are lucky — you may be asked to solve a very specific and well-studied problem (e.g. MORE
There are close to 50 production cars (not multi-million dollar limited run cars) on sale in the US today that cost a minimum of $100,000, from a low of some SUVs to the high of a Rolls Royce. You can see most of them on the road every day. MORE
My friend Bob is struggling to get a lean transformation started at his new company. He’s knowledgeable and experienced, but he’s been unable to get traction at the main plant. MORE
Being a manager means taking on more responsibilities and also letting go of others. However, as much as we know delegation is a good thing – we still struggle to do it well. MORE
The lawyers have a saying about the courtroom: Never ask a witness a question for which you don’t already know the answer. When you walk into a prospective buyer’s office, there are only six things that are usually said first (e.g., “What can I do for you?” MORE
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In this episode of our Strategy & Leadership Podcast , we were joined by Jeff Gothelf, author of Sense and Respond. Jeff was a software designer for over 10 years, before eventually shifting his focus to providing value to customers by redefining the way design is integrated into software. MORE
If you’re writing articles without real-world, contemporary examples to which the reader can relate, you’re merely writing conceptual pieces which aren’t going to persuade prospects. Think of all those awful college professors who merely read their notes and pontificated. MORE
Case Interview Math is about analyzing data to help you create an informed recommendation to solve a case. You probably already know how to multiply, add, subtract, divide, and understand the concept of percentages. But, you need to understand what the math and the results mean. MORE
If you’re looking to get a reply to your emails (to a leads, client, etc.) then include instructions on what to do next. Don’t just ask, “What are your thoughts?” and wait by the inbox. MORE
Some consulting opportunities are rotten. Blech. Don’t want ‘em. Leave ‘em, don’t look back, and set your sights on better projects for your consulting firm. But hold on, Harry. Wait, Walter? Pause, Paula?) A few of those stinky projects may actually be goldmines. MORE
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I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the cult/culture of elitism. The entire premise of elitism is hierarchy. Those who are “elite" are presumed to be better than those that are not. Those who aren’t “elite” often feel "less than” their counterparts. An Ivy League degree makes you more elite. A larger bank account makes you more elite. A more successful career makes you more elite. In my high school, college, and early career years, I very much bought into this belief system. MORE
The chairman and CEO of China’s e-commerce giant describes Alibaba’s approach to innovation and how he balances analytics and instinct to push himself to spot hidden opportunities. China MORE
David A Fields
SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
Value. It’s the beating heart of the work your consulting firm produces for your clients, and it’s the reason you win consulting projects. Therefore, offering more value, along with chocolate-glazed pastries will enable you to secure bigger projects faster, right? Wrong.
Consulting Success
SEPTEMBER 2, 2019
Advocating to create an image of trust is one of the key things any consultant must strongly do in the process of starting or continuing a consultations business.
Markovitz Consulting
SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
My friend Bob is struggling to get a lean transformation started at his new company. He’s knowledgeable and experienced, but he’s been unable to get traction at the main plant.
Tom Spencer
SEPTEMBER 14, 2019
This question comes up often. It is typically asked when you are thrown multiple data sources, running up to millions of rows. Sometimes you are lucky — you may be asked to solve a very specific and well-studied problem (e.g.
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McKinsey
SEPTEMBER 13, 2019
The chairman and CEO of China’s e-commerce giant describes Alibaba’s approach to innovation and how he balances analytics and instinct to push himself to spot hidden opportunities. China
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David A Fields
SEPTEMBER 3, 2019
Some consulting opportunities are rotten. Blech. Don’t want ‘em. Leave ‘em, don’t look back, and set your sights on better projects for your consulting firm. But hold on, Harry. Wait, Walter? Pause, Paula?) A few of those stinky projects may actually be goldmines.
Consulting Success
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
Consulting is a job for the strong and organized, especially when it comes to dealing with multiple companies. Jeff Hahn, the founding partner of Apron Food PR, shares why he decided to go out on his own and start his own consulting business. He talks about how he was able to pull off leading and.
Alan Weiss
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
The lawyers have a saying about the courtroom: Never ask a witness a question for which you don’t already know the answer. When you walk into a prospective buyer’s office, there are only six things that are usually said first (e.g., “What can I do for you?”
Tom Spencer
SEPTEMBER 14, 2019
These are a few tips and tricks that I’ve picked up from my own personal experience as well as anecdotes for consultants a few years out. There are a lot of things to note when first starting your career, but these are the most broadly applicable. Be open-minded.
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The world of BI and analytics has evolved. Discover the five styles of reporting and analysis, and learn the pros and cons of each in an enterprise scenario.
McKinsey
SEPTEMBER 7, 2019
Here is how SaaS providers can meet the security needs of their enterprise customers. Risk Insights
CaseInterview.com
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the cult/culture of elitism. The entire premise of elitism is hierarchy. Those who are “elite" are presumed to be better than those that are not. Those who aren’t “elite” often feel "less than” their counterparts. An Ivy League degree makes you more elite. A larger bank account makes you more elite. A more successful career makes you more elite. In my high school, college, and early career years, I very much bought into this belief system.
The More Clients Blog
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
Several years ago, I was meeting a participant in one of my group programs. We were discussing his speaking plan. Jeff, I’m glad to hear that you’re getting speaking engagements and that people are enjoying your talks. But what are you doing with the cards you collect after the presentation?”.
Strategic Planning and Management Insights
SEPTEMBER 4, 2019
Once you have created your strategic plan and have a clear vision of where you're going, you then need to figure out how to track and measure your success
The Management Centre
SEPTEMBER 3, 2019
Being a manager means taking on more responsibilities and also letting go of others. However, as much as we know delegation is a good thing – we still struggle to do it well.
Tom Spencer
SEPTEMBER 7, 2019
As with most other competitive professions, breaking into consulting roles has a lot to do with networking. Unfortunately, candidates get one chance to make a first impression. Meeting people early before you are polished will end up burning a lot of bridges.
McKinsey
SEPTEMBER 5, 2019
How can the CEO break employees’ silence and get the critical input needed to make the right strategic moves? Strategy & Corporate Finance Insights
CaseInterview.com
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
When I was Stanford, I took a sociology class focused on the topic of status. It was fascinating. The big lesson learned from that class is your social status determines a large part of your influence. Things like ethnicity, gender, height, and educational achievement determine how others perceive the validity of your ideas. For example, if you take two identical resumes -- one with an obviously man’s name versus one with an obviously woman’s name, the man will get more interview invitations.
Alan Weiss
SEPTEMBER 7, 2019
There are close to 50 production cars (not multi-million dollar limited run cars) on sale in the US today that cost a minimum of $100,000, from a low of some SUVs to the high of a Rolls Royce. You can see most of them on the road every day.
Strategic Planning and Management Insights
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
strategy vision
Kai Davis
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
“What is Time Debt?” ” Time Debt is when you don’t have enough hours in the day to get things done, so you raid your Time Banks and then steal more time through a Time Heist. You’re here because you’ve run out of time.
Tom Spencer
SEPTEMBER 7, 2019
A roadmap streamlines business goals into strategic and executable paths. In the context of project management, a roadmap can span across multiple timelines for continuous product development. Why do you need a product roadmap?
McKinsey
SEPTEMBER 14, 2019
Andy Ruben of Yerdle draws on his experience in sustainability to discuss how companies can enter—and thrive in—the circular economy. Insights on Sustainability
The Management Centre
SEPTEMBER 3, 2019
Time management. It’s a popular topic in management training. Whichever way you look there is something else demanding your attention and therefore your time – and it can feel like drowning.
Alan Weiss
SEPTEMBER 14, 2019
If you’re writing articles without real-world, contemporary examples to which the reader can relate, you’re merely writing conceptual pieces which aren’t going to persuade prospects. Think of all those awful college professors who merely read their notes and pontificated.
Strategic Planning and Management Insights
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
In this episode of our Strategy & Leadership Podcast , we were joined by Jeff Gothelf, author of Sense and Respond. Jeff was a software designer for over 10 years, before eventually shifting his focus to providing value to customers by redefining the way design is integrated into software.
Kai Davis
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
If you’re looking to get a reply to your emails (to a leads, client, etc.) then include instructions on what to do next. Don’t just ask, “What are your thoughts?” and wait by the inbox.
CaseInterview.com
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
Case Interview Math is about analyzing data to help you create an informed recommendation to solve a case. You probably already know how to multiply, add, subtract, divide, and understand the concept of percentages. But, you need to understand what the math and the results mean.
McKinsey
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
The latest research shows: when government agencies offer a better customer experience, they deliver measurable impact across multiple priorities. Public-sector leaders should pick their spots and be bold. Public Sector Insights
Melissa Agnes
SEPTEMBER 5, 2019
One of the challenges of communicating effectively in times of viral issue and crisis management is ensuring that your brand’s communications are consistent across every stakeholder group, region and department.
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