Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

This article reports on a study of women and men directors at more than 200 publicly traded companies on the major stock exchanges in the U.S. and Europe. The results provide key insights on how the presence of women influences boards. First, it turns out that women directors come to board meetings well-prepared and concerned with accountability. Second, women are not shy about acknowledging when they don’t know something, are more willing to ask in-depth questions, and seek to get things on the

Research 101

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Tom Spencer

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of software development companies strive to deliver the best possible user experience to ensure that products meet the needs and expectations of customers. One of the most valuable tools that businesses can employ to reliably satisfy customer needs is A/B testing. A/B testing, also known as split testing, is a powerful […] The post A/B Testing: Unveiling the Power of Data-Driven Decisions first appeared on Tom Spencer.

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Data Software Tools Meeting 88

Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Great corporate cultures are not just good for performance, but for the flourishing and engagement of the people who work in them and to deliver greater meaning and purpose. But oft overlooked is the central role that curiosity plays in crafting an organizational culture. To unlock the potential of their institutions and the people within them, great leaders need to demonstrate consistent curiosity in four key areas.

Culture 101

Culture Productivity Company Strategy 101

Tom Spencer

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Traditionally, consultants come from backgrounds in finance, strategy, economics, or business management. Top firms tend to recruit graduates from target business schools, and the industry is notoriously quantitative and analytical. Fortunately, there’s growing recognition that individuals from different backgrounds can offer a unique perspective coupled with logical thinking.

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Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Companies have a growing problem of information overload regarding markets and competitors, which often prevents the C-suite from making the best decisions available given the data at its disposal. While generative AI is often pitched as a way to create new content (information in, message out), it can work just as well — or depending on the application, even better — in reverse (message in, information out).

Data 101

Data Marketing Strategy& Strategy 101

Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

As more businesses in the hospitality industry consider robots as a solution to a thinned frontline service workforce, owners and operators must recognize that their investment in a service robot extends beyond the hardware and software. It may require targeted training, small architectural and design improvements to the physical space, an assessment of organizational and managerial readiness, or all of the above.

Software 101

Software Operations Training Training 101

Business Consulting Agency

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Establishing a business in the United States requires careful consideration of various legal business structures, each offering distinct advantages and implications for entrepreneurs. Selecting the appropriate business entity is crucial, as it impacts taxation, liability, management structure, and operational flexibility. Here’s an overview of the different legal business entities available in the US, along with their pros, cons, suitability, and associated considerations to help entrepren

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Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

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The Consultants Peer Group

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Yesterday I was a presenter on a national Zoom ‘webinar’ on the ‘High Cost of Ethics Lapses’ in the management consulting profession. I was presenting on several of the very high profile, high-cost lapses that have hit the media. They are ugly and unfortunately define the costs associated with inappropriate behavior in consulting, which not only damages their reputations but smears all consultants.

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Seth Godin Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

For years, I’ve been using this picture of Neil Armstrong when I tell the story of meeting him and hearing his talk at one of his last public appearances: I wasn’t there when this photo was taken, so I relied on a Google image search to find it: I compounded Google’s error. Sorry, Buzz. Neil had the camera. The photos of him on the moon were taken by a long selfie stick on the LEM.

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Meeting 48