Steve Shu Consulting

JUNE 15, 2011

Although I’ve developed a number of blog posts addressing the practice of management consulting, I have spent little time tying things together into a framework of secret weapons of the modern consultant. A modern consultant is a professional that can work in dynamic industries, operate within multiple types of consulting organizations (e.g.,

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Clarity Consultants

JANUARY 5, 2022

There’s also a growing talent shortage, making it even more difficult for organizations to avoid staffing shortages and maintain full productivity. Along with skill gaps and talent shortages, many organizations are still adjusting to the workplace approaches created by the pandemic. Today, companies are facing a slew of new challenges.

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Consulting Matters

APRIL 22, 2021

Coaches Don Knagge and Rachelle Stone get to dive into the actual frameworks I used to lead organizations and executives through the executive development process. Don Knagge is currently in the executive development process with a client. Your goal as a coach or consultant is to take strategy and turn it into an operational reality.

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Clarity Consultants

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Companies rely on Learning & Development (L&D) programs – especially eLearning – to stay competitive as industries change. However, the actual value of these learning and development programs lies not just in their immediate impact but in their long-term effects on business performance driven by employee learning.

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Clarity Consultants

APRIL 27, 2024

Over three decades of leadership at a premier Learning & Development (L&D) consulting firm have not only provided me with a wealth of experience but also a clear understanding of the transformative power that targeted, expert-driven training holds, especially for Fortune 500 companies.

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Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

In supply-chain management, you get what you plan for.

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Harvard Business

JULY 9, 2018

Finding digital talent is one of the biggest challenges facing companies today. Because these firms tend to have slim margins and cannot pay Silicon Valley salaries, many have had to get creative in their recruiting and employee development. Another common strategy we’ve seen is firms rushing to train internal talent.

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Effective Managers

JUNE 24, 2024

Examining Practical Applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Improving Business Processes Leveraging AI into business operations has become a transformative force across various industries. AI in Streamlining Operations AI technology has made significant strides in optimizing operational efficiency.

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Harmonious Workplaces

MAY 10, 2024

Two things coveted by business owners that organizational development can provide. I had the pleasure of meeting a fellow I-O Psychology practitioner this week.

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

We’ve found that there’s significant potential in developing what is innately right with people versus trying to fix what’s wrong with them. Manager alignment on a strengths initiative is crucial because managers are ultimately responsible for developing workers based on strengths.

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Harvard Business

JULY 24, 2018

And because organizational change tends to be driven by those who most acutely feel the pain, it’s often line managers who are the strongest champions for “talent tech”: innovations in how firms hire people, staff projects, evaluate performance, and develop talent. Insight Center. Adopting AI. Sponsored by SAS.

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Clarity Consultants

JANUARY 19, 2022

When change is necessary, it’s wise to use approaches that limit operational disruptions. Ideally, companies want to embrace strategies that allow employees, operational areas, and the company as a whole to prepare for the move forward and see the value in the upcoming change. Planning to Implement Change and Measure Success.

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Effective Managers

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Hybrid work arrangements—combining remote and in-office work—offer the best of both worlds: improved work-life balance for employees and access to a global talent pool for employers. Building a culturally competent workforce is becoming more important as businesses operate in an increasingly globalized world.

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Clarity Consultants

OCTOBER 28, 2021

As a result, some companies are beginning to transition back to in-person training as part of their workforce development strategy. Keep eLearning programs operating or use virtual participation methods – like video conferencing software – to allow employees to attend remotely if the need arises. Contact us today.

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Clarity Consultants

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

There is a real war for talent occurring today. Many companies are already operating with lean staff, due to high attrition rates and not replacing staff, not to mention downsizing as a result of a difficult economy.

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Harvard Business

JUNE 28, 2016

During the last five years of my corporate management career, I had a great deal of leadership development. It’s hard to find precise spending data on the amounts invested in management training (for supervisors and middle managers) and leadership development (for senior executives). Leadership development is sexier.

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Epicflow

JUNE 10, 2022

developing a poor project plan), Executing (e.g., Talent management. . We’ll consider two sides of risk management in aerospace engineering: managing project risks and operational risk management outlined in the aerospace quality management standard AS9100. . Step 4: Developing risk response strategies.

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Epicflow

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Risks related to advanced technology use Even though manufacturers implement the latest technologies to increase operational efficiency, these technologies may pose additional risks. is the most impacted by talent shortages [1]. For example, the employees may take more time to get a handle on new equipment or digital tools.

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Clarity Consultants

MAY 19, 2024

My extensive journey through the nuances of talent development, especially in the realm of LMS technologies , has led me to identify four key strategies that can significantly enhance the functionality and impact of your LMS. Here’s one way to map and think about the content life-cycle.

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LSA Global

MARCH 10, 2025

They also updated their operating principles to guide how teams are expected to work together to fulfill the companys mission. They wanted a highly customized action learning leadership development workshop to prepare key team leaders to effectively lead, manage, and coach diverse teams to higher performance. Job Value 98.4%

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Cross-training employees on a variety of tasks can be a powerful tool for improving operations, as well as for attracting and retaining workers. Any industry can learn from these approaches to improve operations, customer experience, and employee experience.

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LSA Global

JANUARY 22, 2025

Transforming from a group of talented people into a team whose collective impact exceeds what is possible for any one individual requires strategic clarity , authentic connection, and the ability to mobilize everyone on the team to propel shared goals forward. 7 Steps to Optimize Team Potential High performing teams dont happen by accident.

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LSA Global

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Redwood Shores, CA LSA Global, the leading business consulting, coaching, and training firm that helps fast growth life science, technology, and service companies by powerfully aligning their culture and talent with strategy, today announced results for a New Leader Training for Healthcare Managers. Job Relevance 98.6%

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

And companies will be forced to rethink the talent they will need to play these business-critical roles in the future. It may be possible to retool some actuaries as data scientists, but the vast majority of these roles will probably need to be filled with new talent. Does your company have a sufficient supply of star talent to win?

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Successful Independent Consulting

SEPTEMBER 16, 2017

There are other ways to bill for your talent and expertise but those will be covered in another article. Although rate information is a closely guarded secret, based on my 20 years in the industry here are very rough ballpark numbers for “management consulting” (not IT consulting, project management, training development, etc.).

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Epicflow

JUNE 16, 2022

Developing talent and skills . ?ompanies ompanies that invest enough in digital talent have three times higher chances for efficient transformation. The same can be said about companies that ramp up their workforce planning and talent development. Technologies: Optimization of Operations . IT modernization

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Effective Managers

JUNE 24, 2024

Examining Practical Applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Improving Business Processes Leveraging AI into business operations has become a transformative force across various industries. AI in Streamlining Operations AI technology has made significant strides in optimizing operational efficiency.

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Harvard Business

OCTOBER 25, 2018

.” In today’s tightening labor market, HR leaders must work relentlessly to develop and recruit people who advance digital transformation across their organizations. This neglect has hindered their ability to leverage data into talent strategies that can help transform their businesses. Develop data visualization skills.

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Harvard Business

MAY 20, 2016

But talent on its own is not enough. Without a company-defined sales strategy and process, good salespeople will develop their own local strategies for which customers and products/services to focus on, and their own processes for selling. The best strategy, structure and talent can fail in execution.

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Harvard Business

MAY 24, 2017

In contrast, today’s scarcest resource is your human capital, as measured by the time, talent and energy of your workforce. Difference-making talent is also scarce. Finding, developing, and retaining this talent is hard — so much so that the business press refers to a “war” for talent.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 29, 2020

In the past you operated in a compensation model where you do work and then get paid. Now you're operating in a return on investment model where you invest your money, time and talents in your business with the expectation of a return. Sure they may ask for a training program to develop their leadership talent.

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Brimstone Consulting

JULY 1, 2021

How a health services organization developed next-generation leaders, increased employee engagement scores, and increased employee enablement. A leading health services organization identified leadership development as one of its biggest challenges. This has been the most valuable development program I have ever seen or experienced.

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Harvard Business

MAY 19, 2017

It’s a model that’s increasingly used in companies of all kinds looking to accelerate the development of their high-potential people. As in many fast-paced companies today, consulting staff operate without formal job descriptions or handbooks. ” Using Strengths-Based Development. .”

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 1, 2020

In the methodology upheld by Kennedy as well as Consultancy.org, Management Consulting is a collective term used for all services that fall under Strategy Consulting, Operations Consulting and HR Consulting. Operations Consultants: Operations consultants are consultants who help clients improve the performance of their operations.

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Harvard Business

OCTOBER 12, 2016

But it turns out there are very few that are great and relentless at people development. When it comes to preparing organizations for a complex, high-speed future, many people who work in those organizations, or in management science, talk about the imperative for “ continuous improvement ” in operations. Insight Center.

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Clarity Consultants

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Additionally, employee upskilling is a powerful tool for talent retention. In tight labor markets, offering opportunities for skill development can be a crucial differentiator for your organization. A skilled employee workforce improves operational efficiency, enhances customer satisfaction, and boosts revenue growth.

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Consulting Matters

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Meg's impressive journey to the top and her insights on leadership and personal development are truly enlightening. Her successful career journey, with diverse roles in operations and staff groups at Disney, have been instrumental in shaping her understanding of leadership, corporate culture, and organizational success.

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