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5 Ways to Create a Client-Friendly Consulting Firm that Attracts Follow-On Business

David A Fields

Your consulting firm’s likeability directly affects your Revenue Truth. That’s because the people inside your clients’ organizations behave like children’s books: they talk to each other. I learned this inter-book communication fact as a small child, when I would scamper into the children’s section of the library. Any unread Encyclopedia Brown book would call out, … Continued The post 5 Ways to Create a Client-Friendly Consulting Firm that Attracts Follow-On B

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How To Turn Expertise Into Emotional Buying Decisions with Stephen Steers: Podcast #340

Consulting Success

[podcast_headshot url=”[link] How can focusing on your Ideal Client Profile (ICP) and honing storytelling transform your consulting practice? In this episode, author, keynote speaker, and President of Steers Consulting Group, Stephen Steers, shares some of the strategies that have reshaped his business. With experience advising over 750 companies, Stephen discusses how he pivoted to serve.

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LinkedIn Lead-Generation For Consultants: Our 6-Step System

Consulting Success

Imagine LinkedIn as a bustling marketplace, where consultants and clients navigate a labyrinth of profiles, posts, and messages. For consultants looking to grow, this digital landscape is full of potential. 80% of B2B leads from social media come from LinkedIn. However, LinkedIn is also brimming with noise. How do you cut through it all to.

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When Your Manager Is Ineffective — and You Feel Stuck

Harvard Business

Navigating a relationship with a manager you perceive as ineffective or unqualified can be daunting, but it can also be a catalyst for growth. Rather than allowing frustration to erode your engagement and productivity, shift your focus to what you can control. You may not have control over who you report to, but you can control the beliefs, assumptions, and narratives you create about the situation, as well as the impact of your behavior on those around you.

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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.

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My Imposter Syndrome, Disapointment, & Encouragement

Harmonious Workplaces

A Personal Reflection on a Recent Pedagogy Symposium Last weekend, I had the incredible opportunity to present at the ACCA Pedagogy Symposium. It was a whirlwind experience filled with excitement, nerves, and a whole lot of learning. My presentation, “Leveraging corporate training, organizational development, and community-building techniques to facilitate learning,” aimed to challenge traditional teaching […] The post My Imposter Syndrome, Disapointment, & Encouragement ap

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Top 10 Manufacturing Capacity Planning Tools

Epicflow

Resource capacity planning is crucial for project success, and manufacturing projects are no exception. At the same time, it can become a real challenge in a dynamic and complex manufacturing environment. This is where powerful capacity planning software can make a difference. Read the article to learn about top capacity planning tools applicable to manufacturing projects and learn how to select the most suitable one.

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How AI Can Help Your Company Set a Budget

Harvard Business

AI has been heralded — and put to use — as a groundbreaking new tool that companies can use in the budgeting process. But even companies that have embraced AI are still struggling with aspects of the budgeting process in today’s complex and rapidly changing business environment. Why is that? When does it make sense to rely on AI, and when does it not?

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Now Germany Has a Green Electricity Outage With Huge Consequences

MishTalk

No sun. No wind. Hello Germany, care to rethink your Green New Deal?

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Devices Plus Data: How Tech is Transforming Healthcare

Tom Spencer

Technology has revolutionized nearly every industry, and healthcare is no exception. Over the past decade, the integration of technology into healthcare has transformed how we diagnose, treat, and manage health conditions. From telemedicine to wearable devices, health-tech innovations are not only improving patient outcomes but also making healthcare more accessible and efficient.

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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.

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Leading Through Crisis: Key Strategies for Success

Effective Managers

Leading through a crisis requires a combination of preparation, resilience, and decisive leadership. As a leader, you need to be proactive in your approach, stay composed under pressure, and foster trust within your organization. Let’s walk through the key strategies that can help you navigate challenging times effectively. Prepare in Advance One of the most important aspects of crisis management is being prepared in advance.

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3 Ways to Make Sure High Performers Feel Valued

Harvard Business

Feeling like they don’t matter is a leading — and preventable — reason that top employees quit.

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Dear Arizona, How Long Does it Take to Count Votes?

MishTalk

The unfortunate answer may be another two weeks.

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Case Interviews: How to Stand Out in the Crowd

Tom Spencer

Consulting case interviews are a critical part of the hiring process for many top consulting firms. They are designed to assess a candidate’s problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, and ability to think on their feet. Preparing for these interviews can be daunting, but with the right strategies and mindset, you can overcome this challenging hurdle.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr

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Team Interdependence for Higher Performance

LSA Global

Team Interdependence for Higher Performance: How to Foster Collaboration Many people believe that placing a group of high performers together will result in high performance. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Just look at the 2023 Mets, Yankees, Padres, and Angels who all had the highest MLB payrolls loaded with All Star players but did not even make the playoffs.

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4 Research-Backed Ways to Help Your Team Collaborate Better

Harvard Business

With five generations working side-by-side, growing political polarization, and the challenges of global and hybrid work, companies need better strategies to foster cooperation, increase engagement, and solve complex problems. Academic findings and real-world experience has identified four things successful team leaders can do differently to get superior results.

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The Economic Foolishness of “Deport All the Illegal Immigrants” In Three Pictures

MishTalk

Economic illiteracy is running rampant. It would be a huge inflationary mistake if we mass deported them all.

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Consultants – A dime a dozen for MBA Applications

Tom Spencer

Standing out in an MBA application involves a strategic approach to showcasing your unique qualities and experiences. With thousands of management consultants applying to top MBA programs each year, consulting is one of the most overrepresented candidate pools, alongside finance. Entering class statistics at US M7 schools (2025) US M7 school Total class size (2025) % of consultants pre-MBA Is consulting the top pre-MBA industry?

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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.

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Navigating Adult Learning: Principles and Theories for Effective Knowledge Transfer

Clarity Consultants

As professionals in learning and development (L&D), we understand that adult education requires a distinct approach compared to traditional methods used for younger learners. The foundation of effective adult education lies in understanding and applying fundamental adult learning principles and knowledge transfer theories. Understanding Adult Learning Principles Adult learners leverage their rich reservoir of life experiences to enhance and contextualize new information, profoundly sh

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Research: How Gen AI Is Already Impacting the Labor Market

Harvard Business

A study of over 1 million job listings posted before and after the introduction of major gen AI tools reveals the effect they’re having on gig workers.

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It’s Time to Thank Mitch McConnell, Not Vilify Him

MishTalk

Dear McConnell haters, let’s discuss McConnell’s Senate scorecard.

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Levels of Change Involvement: Top 4 to Consider

LSA Global

Levels of Change Involvement to Consider Change management consulting experts know that there are different levels of change involvement to consider depending upon stakeholder needs and the urgency, scope, complexity, and impact of the desired changes. Not all changes are of equal importance, and not all stakeholders require the same level of involvement to share their reactions, concerns, and ideas.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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TikTok Advertising Tips by Marketing Professionals

Business Consulting Agency

TikTok has emerged as a game-changing platform for advertising, especially for brands looking to engage younger, tech-savvy audiences. With its emphasis on creativity, entertainment, and authenticity, TikTok offers unique opportunities to showcase products and services in a way that resonates with users. However, success on TikTok requires a tailored approach that leverages the platform’s unique features.

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Why the U.S. Healthcare System Is So Much Worse Than Its Peers

Harvard Business

Compared to nine other high-income countries, the U.S. came in last or next to last in four of five broad areas.

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Germany’s Political Fools Hope to Ban AfD, Learn Nothing From Trump’s Huge Victory

MishTalk

Let’s discuss lawfare in Germany and the move to ban the second most popular party.

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Best BlogTalkRadio Alternatives for Podcast Hosting

Buzzsprout

BlogTalkRadio has been a podcast hosting platform since 2006, offering innovative features like live streaming, integrated phone-in options, and simplified podcast distribution. As the platform prepares to shut down in January 2025, you might be searching for a new hosting solution for your show. If you’re looking for a podcast host that matches—or exceeds—the functionality of BlogTalkRadio, you’ve come to the right place.

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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.