September, 2012

article thumbnail

Hero Stories – How to Talk About Yourself with Measured Confidence in Interviews

Management Consulted

You can’t possibly predict every question your interviewers will ask (and neither can we), but you can prepare for any question. We’ve come up with a way to prepare you for any type of experience question that rears its head –… Read Article. The post Hero Stories – How to Talk About Yourself with Measured Confidence in Interviews appeared first on Management Consulted.

article thumbnail

Kickstarting the Gift Economy - Tom Spencer consulting blog

Tom Spencer

'Home. About. Book Shop. Archive. Definitions. Helpful Links. Quotes. Subscribe. Kickstarting the Gift Economy. by Tom Spencer on September 15, 2012 · 2 comments. in Economics. TODAY is the four year anniversary of the collapse of Lehman Brothers. At the time of its bankruptcy, Lehman Brothers was the fourth largest investment bank in the world.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

10 Social Networking Tips for LinkedIn | Women in Consulting

Women in Consulting

'Peer-to-peer Fundraising Email Marketing Website Management Website Design Payment Processing Sphere Know How Blog Sphere Knowledgebase Sphere Forum Case Central Sphere Connect Sphere Connect Partners Blackbaud Connect Partner Network Overview Partner Login. Get the Flash Player to see this player. -->. Backed by award-winning services and support teams, Blackbaud’s comprehensive set of Internet solutions, featuring Blackbaud NetCommunity and Blackbaud Sphere eMarketing along with our ind

Nonprofit 109
article thumbnail

An Optimist's Case for Climate Policy - Strategy+Business

Strategy+Business

''

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Differences in How Change in Practiced in East Compared to West.

Consulting and Organizational Management

'Library. Translate This. Home. A. A. A. Share » Connect » Blog: Consulting and Organizational Development. Library Blogs Home. This Blogs Home. Guest Writer Submissions. Policies. To Subscribe to a Blog. About. Feedback. Differences in How Change in Practiced in East Compared to West By Carter McNamara on September 2, 2012. (Guest post from Ron Leeman.).

More Trending

article thumbnail

Double trouble…Launching the Consulting Case Bank and The Consulting Bible 3rd Edition

Management Consulted

'We knew a year ago that we wanted to publish a 3rd edition to our best-seller – The Consulting Bible – but we wanted to set the bar high, do something we hadn’t done before, give our readers something they were missing… So we thought long and hard about the hundreds of coaching sessions we’d had with interview candidates.

Banking 113
article thumbnail

Insights from Australia's Leading Social Sector Consulting Firm

Tom Spencer

'Home. About. Book Shop. Archive. Definitions. Helpful Links. Quotes. Subscribe. Insights from Australia’s Leading Social Sector Consulting Firm. by Tom Spencer on September 9, 2012 · 0 comments. in Management Consulting. SOCIAL VENTURES Australia ( SVA ) is a relatively new non-profit organisation. Founded in 2002, SVA invests in social change projects to help increase the impact and build the sustainability of high potential organisations in the social sector.

article thumbnail

10 Steps for Developing Effective Communication Skills | Women in.

Women in Consulting

'Peer-to-peer Fundraising Email Marketing Website Management Website Design Payment Processing Sphere Know How Blog Sphere Knowledgebase Sphere Forum Case Central Sphere Connect Sphere Connect Partners Blackbaud Connect Partner Network Overview Partner Login. Get the Flash Player to see this player. -->. Backed by award-winning services and support teams, Blackbaud’s comprehensive set of Internet solutions, featuring Blackbaud NetCommunity and Blackbaud Sphere eMarketing along with our ind

article thumbnail

Creating Great Client Relationships

Chad Barr

In this interview, Chad discusses his ideas on creating great client relationships. The post Creating Great Client Relationships appeared first on The Chad Barr Group.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Are you in a good strengths fit?

Leadership Vision Consulting

'In every one of my roles, I work with teams of people and use StrengthsFinder. The effectiveness, or ineffectiveness of those teams has a direct correlation to how well each team member is positioned, based on their strengths to impact the mission of the group. This plays out in a variety of contexts but, as Led Zeppelin sang(.).

Groups 33
article thumbnail

Common Sense Can't Have a Vacation - Henman Performance

Henman Performance Executive

'Home. About Linda. Client List. Newsletter. Executive blog Contact Us. Common Sense Can’t Have a Vacation. by Linda Henman on September 24, 2012. Last week I had the privilege of hearing the new Chief of Staff of the Air Force, General Mark Welsh, address the Air Force Association Conference. He outlined the challenges the Air Force will face, which I realized, are the same challenges facing private industry, education, consultants, and every other entity struggling to do more with less.

article thumbnail

From Stanford to McKinsey SE Asia…an undergrad’s tale of the PST and beyond

Management Consulted

We had the privilege of working with an undergrad in the Fall of 2011 who successfully went from an F (failing in interviews with BCG) to an offer with McKinsey. We played a small part in her story, squeezing in… Read Article. The post From Stanford to McKinsey SE Asia…an undergrad’s tale of the PST and beyond appeared first on Management Consulted.

McKinsey 100
article thumbnail

From Stanford to McKinsey SE Asia…an undergrad’s tale of the PST and beyond

Management Consulted

We had the privilege of working with an undergrad in the Fall of 2011 who successfully went from an F (failing in interviews with BCG) to an offer with McKinsey. We played a small part in her story, squeezing in… Read Article. The post From Stanford to McKinsey SE Asia…an undergrad’s tale of the PST and beyond appeared first on Management Consulted.

McKinsey 100
article thumbnail

PowerPoint Best Practices for Creating Stellar Presentations

Mastering data visualization in PowerPoint will help accelerate your career because it positions you as someone who can present data that drives business decisions forward. think-cell's PowerPoint Best Practices eBook was created specifically for professionals aiming to master the art and science of data-driven storytelling. What’s inside: Practical Insights: Uncover valuable tips for crafting engaging and persuasive presentations.

article thumbnail

Finding Your Way to Financial Freedom | Women in Consulting

Women in Consulting

'Peer-to-peer Fundraising Email Marketing Website Management Website Design Payment Processing Sphere Know How Blog Sphere Knowledgebase Sphere Forum Case Central Sphere Connect Sphere Connect Partners Blackbaud Connect Partner Network Overview Partner Login. Get the Flash Player to see this player. -->. Backed by award-winning services and support teams, Blackbaud’s comprehensive set of Internet solutions, featuring Blackbaud NetCommunity and Blackbaud Sphere eMarketing along with our ind

article thumbnail

Thinking on your Feet|Women In Consulting Blog

Women in Consulting

'Peer-to-peer Fundraising Email Marketing Website Management Website Design Payment Processing Sphere Know How Blog Sphere Knowledgebase Sphere Forum Case Central Sphere Connect Sphere Connect Partners Blackbaud Connect Partner Network Overview Partner Login. Get the Flash Player to see this player. -->. Backed by award-winning services and support teams, Blackbaud’s comprehensive set of Internet solutions, featuring Blackbaud NetCommunity and Blackbaud Sphere eMarketing along with our ind

article thumbnail

Providing Good Customer Service | Women in Consulting

Women in Consulting

'Peer-to-peer Fundraising Email Marketing Website Management Website Design Payment Processing Sphere Know How Blog Sphere Knowledgebase Sphere Forum Case Central Sphere Connect Sphere Connect Partners Blackbaud Connect Partner Network Overview Partner Login. Get the Flash Player to see this player. -->. Backed by award-winning services and support teams, Blackbaud’s comprehensive set of Internet solutions, featuring Blackbaud NetCommunity and Blackbaud Sphere eMarketing along with our ind

article thumbnail

Achieving Your Business Dreams on the Web

Chad Barr

Excerpt from my book “ Million Dollar Web Presence ,” which I co-authored with Dr. Alan Weiss , was just published on Entrepreneur.com. Get your copy of Million Dollar Web Presence on Amazon. © Chad Barr 2012. All rights reserved. The post Achieving Your Business Dreams on the Web appeared first on The Chad Barr Group.

Groups 52
article thumbnail

Savings Consultants Are Needed in Today's Market More Than Ever

Savings Consultants are needed in today’s market more than ever. With an increase in expenses, businesses are looking for opportunities to save. Often unknown to businesses are savings in expense reduction, specialized tax savings, specialized savings including medical underpayments, health benefits cost reduction, zero cost processing, and more. Blue Coast Savings, with over 20 years in business, assists Savings Consultants in helping these companies move toward more profitable businesses.

article thumbnail

Time for Celebration

Chad Barr

I am here in Orlando visiting my kids and grandkids and celebrating Rosh Hashana with them. And the icing on the cake today was my grandson’s first birthday party. Let the pictures do the talking and the precious moments expressed on my grandkids’ faces: The post Time for Celebration appeared first on The Chad Barr Group.

Groups 52
article thumbnail

Happy New Year

Chad Barr

May this year be a year of good health, happiness, peace and prosperity to us all. With the lovely music to the Shehecheyanu sung by my wife, Laurel, at the Cantor’s concert. The post Happy New Year appeared first on The Chad Barr Group.

Groups 52
article thumbnail

New Site – www.ClientLeadership.com

Chad Barr

I am delighted to announce the launch of the Client Leadership site, which is all about creating clients for life. It is supported by remarkable video content from some of the top global thought leaders. This site was founded by my dear client, Andrew Sobel, strategized by Andrew and me and created by our team. Click on our portfolio page collection to view other sites and strategies we have created.

Video 52
article thumbnail

New Site – www.DiResta.com

Chad Barr

Each site we launch is a time for celebration of the hard work of all involved, rewarding the creativity, the content creation and business and Internet strategy and the business outcome and results. It’s time to announce this outstanding site for Diane DiResta , Founder of DiResta Communications Inc., who helps leaders communicate to impact others.

Groups 52
article thumbnail

TOOLS and METHODOLOGIES for developing DECISION SUPPORT PACKAGES

This White Paper targets opportunities for Management to develop proficiency in the Decision Framing and Analyses element of input to Decision, & Risk Analyses for Major Project Funding Decisions.

article thumbnail

Does One Bad Apple Spoil The Whole Bunch?

Chad Barr

As a long time Apple devotee, I felt it was time to upgrade my laptop to the latest and greatest. So there I was yesterday on my way to the local Apple store to pick up my new, shiny retina display MacBook Pro. Excited, I drove back home as fast as I could to get this new baby setup and ready to rock-and-roll. Quickly, I started the setup process but something seemed odd.

Report 52
article thumbnail

My Son Made Me Proud

Chad Barr

I realize that this thread “shouts” monetary focus and success. But let me share the following with you: While taking my wife and son out for a drive, to enjoy the beautiful weather and the new Maserati, I stopped at our favorite sushi bar for our pick up order. My wife told me later that while I walked into the restaurant my son said to her: “He deserves this car.

Groups 52
article thumbnail

Are You Winging It?

Chad Barr

How many top performers do you know that wing it in their profession and career? I am certain that the best ones are serious, focused and disciplined and do not gamble their future and their success. These individuals, whether athletes, artists, musicians, entrepreneurs or innovators, have certain traits in common. They: Study. Prepare. Practice. Review.

Study 40
article thumbnail

It’s Time to Exploit Your Strengths

Chad Barr

Too often I come across individuals that seem to focus on correcting or improving their weaknesses rather than exploiting their strengths. For example: If you are a talented speaker, why not showcase it on your site? Create a place on your site that becomes the repository of your videos as well as include them throughout your various and applicable pages.

Talent 40
article thumbnail

Why You Need to Use Case Studies in Sales and Marketing (and How to Start Now)

Case studies are proof of successful client relations and a verifiable product or service. They persuade buyers by highlighting your customers' experiences with your company and its solution. In sales, case studies are crucial pieces of content that can be tailored to prospects' pain points and used throughout the buyer's journey. In marketing, case studies are versatile assets for generating business, providing reusable elements for ad and social media content, website material, and marketing c

article thumbnail

Are You Leveraging The Web?

Chad Barr

Here are some ideas on how to: Take your site seriously because if you don’t, why should others? Keep adding great content to avoid stagnation. Engage in conversations with your clients and prospective clients through your site, your blog, the communities you belong to and the ones you create. Attract interest to you through Internet marketing gravity.

Video 40
article thumbnail

Grateful

Chad Barr

It’s that time of year when we celebrate the Jewish New Year and the High Holidays. I would like to thank my family, friends, clients, colleagues and of course YOU, the reader of this blog. Without you, I would not be who I am. From the bottom of my heart, Thank You! I hope you enjoy this signature piece from my wife, Cantor Laurel Barr’s CD, Modim – Grateful. © Chad Barr 2012.

Course 40
article thumbnail

Thinking Strategy

Chad Barr

Strategy first tactics second. Let’s discuss strategy. Listen to Chad discuss his ideas by clicking the play arrow button below: © Chad Barr 2012. All rights reserved. The post Thinking Strategy appeared first on The Chad Barr Group. Strategy first tactics second. Let’s discuss strategy. Listen to Chad discuss his ideas by clicking the play arrow button below: © Chad Barr 2012.