Jacq Hackett Consulting

JUNE 28, 2018

Here are my five tips for managing these and similar problems in your business so you can avoid getting overwhelmed: Tip one: Don’t be afraid to go back and renegotiate terms when timeframes shift because of an issue that’s beyond your control. Tip three: Download an online scheduler to take care of all your appointment setting.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 8, 2015

In this post I look at the stress interview. If you’re interviewing for consulting positions, then you may be subjected to one. The aim of the stress interview is to put you under pressure in order to see how you will react and whether you can calmly defend yourself. Your interviewers might do this in one of two ways.

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Tom Spencer

DECEMBER 13, 2015

We have talked at length all year about consulting interviews, and in this post we provide three (3) thoughts on what to do after the interview comes to an end. Thank you email: It is a nice courtesy to send a short thank you email to your interviewer the day after your interview.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 1, 2015

IN this post we look at the structure of the consulting interview. Firms will normally conduct two or three interview rounds, and each round will consist of two or more interviews back-to-back. In these firms the interviewer will lead the interview.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 22, 2015

IN this post we consider some consulting interview basics: what to expect, what to wear, and what to bring. As a result, consulting interviews are a rigorous process designed to assess not only an applicant’s analytical skills but also their confidence and professionalism. What to Expect.

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Jacq Hackett Consulting

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

As a consultant, your working life now revolves around projects and one of your key roles is project manager. You need to become very good at this because poor project management skills will mean your consulting career is very short lived. Excellent organisation and communication skills are at the core of great project management.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 6, 2015

Case questions form the cornerstone of the consulting interview, and reading this blog or reviewing the case prep resources listed below will not be sufficient preparation. Many experts recommend at least 30 mock case interviews with friends, classmates, contacts in the industry and anyone else who is willing to help. Ace Your Case!

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 14, 2018

The journey to management consulting has many pitfalls that a candidate needs to navigate. Along the way, every candidate will encounter the case interview. As monstrous as it may look, it is said that the case interview reflects the reality of day-to-day consulting. Case interview – what is it and why does it exist?

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Harvard Business

APRIL 27, 2017

Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg talks about returning to work after her husband’s death, and Wharton management and psychology professor Adam Grant discusses what the research says about resilience. In this joint interview, they talk about how to build resilience in yourself, your team, and your organization.

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Jacq Hackett Consulting

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

As a consultant, your working life now revolves around projects and one of your key roles is project manager. You need to become very good at this because poor project management skills will mean your consulting career is very short lived. Excellent organisation and communication skills are at the core of great project management.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 7, 2015

There are six types of questions that you may encounter in the consulting interview: Behavioural interview questions; Guesstimate questions (aka market sizing); Math questions; Brainteasers; Factor questions; and. Business case questions (these form the cornerstone of the consulting interview).

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 22, 2015

ARE you an aspiring management consultant? Over the coming months we will be posting about the consulting interview. In this post we look at the purpose of the consulting interview. The purpose of the consulting interview is twofold. Why do interviewers use the Airport Test? If so, then you’re in luck.

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Management Consulted

MAY 21, 2009

You can download the audio clip right here : Download the MP3 [44 Minutes | 21 MB]. For people who prefer text, here’s the PDF – in its 19 pages of glory: Download the Text Transcript [19 Pages | PDF]. Mentors can come from anywhere – managing partners, directors on down to analyst and interns.

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Harvard Business

JUNE 22, 2017

Global companies such as SAP and Hewlett Packard Enterprise are customizing their hiring and onboarding processes to enable highly-talented individuals, who might have eccentricities that keep them from passing a job interview — to succeed and deliver uncommon value. Download this podcast.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 8, 2015

In consulting interviews, the interviewer is likely to ask questions based on your résumé with the aim of understanding your skills and experience. Prior to the interview, review your résumé and answers to the most likely questions. (Source: Flickr ). Appearing confident and relaxed is crucial.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 9, 2015

Behavioural interview questions are one type of question that you are likely to encounter in the consulting interview. For more information on consulting interviews, please download “ The HUB’s Guide to Consulting Interviews “ ]. (Source: Flickr ). What is the worst mistake you have ever made?

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Harvard Business

JULY 3, 2018

He also talks about his unusual creative process and shares tips for collaborating and managing emotions and expectations of multiple stakeholders. Libeskind was interviewed for the July-August 2018 issue of Harvard Business Review. Download this podcast.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 15, 2015

ARE you preparing for consulting interviews? In this post we provide 10 tips for nailing the case interview, written in stone. When it comes to the case interview, preparation is crucial for three reasons: The interview process is extremely competitive. The case interview is practice for the real thing. Take notes.

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Consulting Matters

APRIL 24, 2020

Interview Transcript: Betsy Jordyn : Hey, it’s Betsy Jordyn of the Consultant’s Institute, and I’m so excited to interview Charles Browne. So, giving them a voice to executive management is also a big part of what I do. And our topic today is really focusing on those product companies. Betsy Jordyn : Okay.

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Consulting Matters

JULY 14, 2022

Why HR often IS your client and not the gatekeeper if you're in the organization development, leadership development, or change management consulting space. Next steps: Subscribe to the blog because I will keep bringing your interviews and episodes to help you connect with your ideal client. Sarah is fun and real. So get ready!

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 25, 2015

If the interviewer has just given you some information then you can say something like “let me take a second to consider that information”. Ask the interviewer for help. For more information on consulting interviews, please download “ The HUB’s Guide to Consulting Interviews “ ].

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Management Consulted

JANUARY 27, 2009

Through Management Consulted, I’ve written article upon article about the consulting industry. From salaries to travel, from boutiques to MBB, I’ve helped people understand the job, write the perfect resumes , and ace the toughest interviews. Get The Consulting Bible today and be the smartest interviewer in the room.

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Consulting Matters

AUGUST 4, 2022

Lee is not just a great leader; he also turned his leadership success into a highly profitable leadership and management training business, so he's got some best practices on how he stands out in the market and wins clients. Download the resource you need to start your consulting or coaching business and refine your message: [link].

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LSA Global

JANUARY 9, 2025

Values are not a communications issue; they are a strategy, culture, and change management issue. Aim for a manageable number of four to six core values. Treat them accordingly. Core Values Mistake #2: Having Too Many Values Overwhelming employees with a long list of values creates confusion and dilutes what matters most.

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Consulting Matters

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In a captivating interview, we had the pleasure of hosting Meg Crofton, former President of Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts. She stresses the need to reframe insecurities to present ourselves effectively in interviews and the power of an outside perspective in balancing positional authority.

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Consulting Matters

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In a captivating interview, we had the pleasure of hosting Meg Crofton, former President of Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts. She stresses the need to reframe insecurities to present ourselves effectively in interviews and the power of an outside perspective in balancing positional authority.

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Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

The first step towards managing your empath abilities and keep them working for you is to own that you are an empath and learn how to set boundaries around your work. Guard your heart and mind before you do interviews and focus groups. Then Follow These Five Steps. You WILL uncover challenges, some of which can be quite troublesome.

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Consulting Matters

MARCH 17, 2022

In our last interview, Roy and I had a powerful conversation about his journey from consulting business ownership back to corporate leadership to the coaching business he has now. In this interview, you'll hear: Why fear is not your enemy. Today, I continue my conversation with Roy Bell. If you missed it, watch it now. Roy Bell [link].

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Consulting Matters

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

One thing that consultants do that most clients hate is cookie cutter solutions that feel to clients as nothing more than "management by magazine." This principle hit home for me when I did an interview project to find out what executives are looking for in consultants. Your value isn't in your best practices as well.

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Harvard Business

MAY 3, 2018

In this episode of HBR’s advice podcast, Dear HBR: , cohosts Alison Beard and Dan McGinn answer your questions with the help of Nicholas Pearce, an associate professor at Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. Download this podcast. ” HBR: Manage Your Emotional Culture by Sigal Barsade and Olivia A.

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Successful Independent Consulting

JANUARY 20, 2017

My company represents self-employed professionals across the country, and over the last seven years I have interviewed, coached, or worked with more than 200 independent management consultants. Translation: change management for IT projects. Download sample worksheet.) The exact opposite is true. Takes about 20 minutes.)

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LSA Global

JUNE 24, 2024

The Top 7 Steps to Better Manage Stakeholders to Increase Influence If you need to work with others to achieve goals, effective stakeholder management matters. We know from project postmortem data that, done right, effective stakeholder management creates alignment, secures resources, and achieves shared goals across functions.

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

In this episode of HBR’s advice podcast, Dear HBR: , cohosts Alison Beard and Dan McGinn answer your questions with the help of David Burkus , a management professor at Oral Roberts University. Download this podcast. Listen to more episodes and find out how to subscribe on the Dear HBR: page. Klotz and Mark C.

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Tom Spencer

AUGUST 13, 2014

You can download the guidebook here for free, no member sign-up required. Consulting Firms Management Consulting America applications Business Strategy case interview prep consulting consulting firms United States of America' We have prepared a guidebook that profiles the most prominent consulting firms in America.

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Consulting Matters

MARCH 10, 2022

In this interview, you'll hear: How Roy discovered himself to discover his business. Roy also holds a BS in Computer Science from Alabama A&M University and an MS in Management from Liberty University. Links: Download my free guide on how to clarify and own your unique position in the crowded consulting and coaching market: [link].

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Halo Psych

MARCH 10, 2025

9) Reflective practice might help us manage emotions For example, in a study involving more than 400 military cadets in Italy , researchers found that self-efficacy in managing negative emotions at work was an important resource for workers in managing job-related stress (Alessandri et al, 2018).

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Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 14, 2016

Before you embark on a career in management consulting, it is worth taking some time to understand the consulting industry and whether the requirements of the industry are likely to be a good fit with your personality and goals for the future.

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