Wed.Mar 27, 2024

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Why Isn’t Your Strategy Sticking?

Harvard Business

It’s insufficient to just share the goals and objectives of your strategy and hope implementation will succeed. In this article, the author explains how to shift from an operational to a contextual mindset so that you can better identify the hidden obstacles that may be thwarting your strategy’s implementation so you can address them before they take root.

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Why ISO 20700 Matters: The Future of Management Consulting

Effective Managers

In the fast-paced and evolving world of management consulting, staying ahead of the curve is paramount. The introduction of ISO 20700, the first global service delivery standard for management consultants, marks a significant milestone in this pursuit. This standard is not just a guideline; it’s a visionary step forward, shaping the future of the industry.

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Creating a Corporate Social Responsibility Program with Real Impact

Harvard Business

Exploring the critical role of experimentation in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), research on four multinational companies reveals a stark difference in CSR effectiveness. Successful companies integrate an experimental approach, constantly adapting their CSR practices based on local feedback and knowledge. This strategy fosters genuine community engagement and responsive initiatives, as seen in a mining company’s impactful HIV/AIDS program.

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Sailing the Seas of Content: Why Humor is Your Best Compass?

Chad Barr

In the ocean of podcasts, it’s like trying to find a message in a bottle. It feels like everyone’s trying to be the captain of their own show, doesn’t it? Sailing the high seas of content creation can lead to some pretty dry spells, especially when you’re charting the technical waters. The challenge is to not drown our audience in a sea of details that could make watching paint dry look like a Vegas act.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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What Demographics Forms Say About Inclusivity at Your Company

Harvard Business

For members of minority groups, finding their identity omitted in an organization’s demographics forms can make them question whether their identity is valued and respected by that organization. The seemingly mundane choices companies make when designing demographics forms — such as those used in job applications or employee engagement surveys — can have relatively major implications.

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When a Top Performer Is Treating Colleagues Badly

Harvard Business

If you’re struggling to manage a difficult employee, this episode is for you.

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President Private Cloud Of Rackspace - Brian Lillie On Customer Inspired Innovation

Strategic Planning and Management Insights

Brian Lillie, President of Private Cloud at Rackspace, introduces us to customer inspired innovation along with insights on leadership and technology.

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How a Generic Marketing Strategy is Captivating Consumers on the Values of Natural Diamonds - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM NATURAL DIAMOND COUNCIL

Harvard Business

Sponsor content from Natural Diamond Council.

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The Key to Preserving a Long-Term Competitive Advantage

Harvard Business

Learn how to repackage your company’s existing knowledge to pioneer new products and services.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.