David A Fields

APRIL 16, 2024

In all likelihood, your consulting firm is participating in some live, visibility-building activity such as webinars, speeches, and livestreams. Done correctly, this type of marketing is almost guaranteed to bring clients into your firm. Done incorrectly, they’re a waste of time and money. Although the digital version of speaking, such as webinars and livestreams, can … Continued The post 3.5 Tips for Webinars and Events that Win Clients for Your Consulting Firm appeared first on David A.

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Consulting Success

APRIL 15, 2024

In consulting, there is bound to be times when you’re confronted with the difficult decision between telling the client hard truths or avoiding ruffling feathers. Today’s guest believes that there is power in radical honesty and that it can be the key differentiator that brings success to your consulting business.

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Harvard Business

APRIL 17, 2024

Even if you’re an introvert who dreads the notion of networking, you can develop your skills to get out there and do it. Research by the Lehigh@NasdaqCenter, a partnership between Lehigh University and the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center, identified make-or-break factors for developing networking skills. They include: the ability to adapt your thinking swiftly in response to changing situations; combating a tendency to focus more on avoiding errors and negative results and instead striving for pos

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Consulting Matters

APRIL 18, 2024

From Disney HR leadership to Career Coaching: How Rainer Janetzki created a business that uses ALL his unique strengths and interests Do you have a variety of strengths and passions you want to express in your consulting or coaching business? Does the idea of doing the same thing day after day cause you dread? If so, you’re not weird or flaky.

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Leadership Planning with Liz Weber CMC

APRIL 16, 2024

“We’re thinking we should just postpone this next quarter’s strategic plan update session. Everyone is really busy, and honestly, we’re tired. You know we’ve had these two huge, out-of-nowhere projects come up that have taken over our lives. The team has done great, but we’ve fallen behind on several strategic initiatives. I think it’d help […] The post Don’t Stop Now!

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 19, 2024

The GMAT is a necessary hurdle that individuals who aspire to pursue an MBA or a graduate degree in finance need to overcome in order to gain admission to a top school. The GMAT assesses a wide range of skills, from analytical writing to quantitative and verbal reasoning. Success on the GMAT requires a well-thought-out study plan and strategic preparation.

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Chad Barr

APRIL 17, 2024

While studying music in college, I enrolled in a computer software programming class on a whim. The moment I started writing software, I was hooked. After considerable reflection, I shifted my focus and changed my major to computer science. This pivotal decision dramatically altered my career path and future. I quickly discovered that the joy I derived from playing, writing, and composing music mirrored the satisfaction I found in programming and developing new software solutions and systems.

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Harvard Business

APRIL 16, 2024

The ability to develop crisp mental models around the problems you want to solve and understanding the why before you start working on the how is an increasingly critical skill, especially in the age of AI. Coding is one of the things AI does best and its capabilities are quickly improving. However, there’s a catch: Code created by an AI can be syntactically and semantically correct but not functionally correct.

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Johanna Rothman

APRIL 19, 2024

I had the pleasure of interviewing Stefan Wolpers about his new book: The Scrum Anti-Patterns Guide: Challenges Every Scrum Team Faces and How to Overcome Them. Here's our conversation: Stefan's LinkedIn profile is here: [link] And here is a universal book link for Stefan's book (all the stores in one link): [link] The post A (Video) Conversation with Stefan Wolpers About His Scrum Anti-Patterns Book appeared first on Johanna Rothman, Management Consultant.

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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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Halo Psych

APRIL 17, 2024

6-minute read In the past few months, I’ve run several team development days for board-level teams in different sectors. I’m emphasising the different sectors because all too often, I still come across the deep-rooted narrative of “public sector bad, private sector good”. Based on my experience, not just of the past few months, but of many years working across all sectors, leadership teams from different sectors have more in common than not.

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Business Consulting Agency

APRIL 19, 2024

Change management services through consulting are designed to support organizations of all sizes and industries undergoing significant transformations, transitions, or initiatives. While the benefits of change management apply broadly, certain types of companies can particularly benefit from leveraging these services. Let’s delve into the details of who can benefit from change management services and the specific advantages they offer to different types of companies.

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Harvard Business

APRIL 19, 2024

Bad days at work are inevitable, just as some degree of frustration and ennui is bound to be a part of almost any job. In this article, the author shares advice from two experts on what to do if you’re stuck in the gray area of deciding whether your job is merely mediocre (and could potentially improve) or downright soul-crushing (and might require a change).

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Johanna Rothman

APRIL 18, 2024

Do you have an overstuffed backlog the way Jenny did in Create More Success: How to Say No to “Everything” to Say Yes to What’s Necessary Now ? I offered “now” advice in that newsletter. But what about the future? How can you prevent an overstuffed backlog, roadmap, or all those great ideas from interrupting your team from finishing its work?

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Epicflow

APRIL 19, 2024

This guide aims to overcome the uncertainty of the Epicflow implementation process and to help our clients deploy the software smoothly and achieve positive results as quickly as possible. Read further to learn what to expect upon deciding to start your journey with Epicflow, and learn our recommendations for making the implementation simple and effective.

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Business Consulting Agency

APRIL 18, 2024

In today’s digital era, technology plays a pivotal role in driving business growth, innovation, and competitiveness. However, navigating the vast landscape of technology solutions, implementations, and optimizations can be daunting for businesses. This is where technology consulting services step in to provide expertise, guidance, and strategic insights.

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Harvard Business

APRIL 15, 2024

High stakes, strong wills, and increasing uncertainty can make decisions at the top of your organization fraught. The backing of a board can mobilize an organization, but a significant divergence of vision and values may lead the board to stall progress on an organization’s highest priorities — and even unseat a CEO. Executives must proactively and productively make covert disagreements overt and foster a healthy dialog with board members.

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Girard Training Solutions

APRIL 17, 2024

Now that you’re a manager, your job is to get results through your team members and guide them to perform at their best. However, many managers struggle to get their team committed to doing their work to the best of their abilities. Why does this happen? Transitioning into a managerial role requires acquiring a new set of skills. You need to become an expert at delegating, build trust within and among your team, learn how to set SMART goals , become a good coach, and master the art of prov

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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.

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Office Skills

APRIL 16, 2024

What is an Executive Assistant? An Executive Assistant is someone who provides high level administrative support to an Executive of a company or division under minimal supervision. Their role has […] The post What is an Executive Assistant? appeared first on Office Skills Training.

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Business Consulting Agency

APRIL 17, 2024

Starting a new business is an exciting yet challenging journey that requires careful planning, strategic decision-making, and expert guidance. While entrepreneurship brings opportunities for innovation and growth, navigating the complexities of launching a successful venture can be daunting. This is where business consulting services and working with a seasoned business expert can make all the difference.

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Harvard Business

APRIL 17, 2024

As we grow or change, our identity transitions are often invisible — unless we do the work to help others see our changes. This can be particularly true for people who have worked at a company for a long time. If you’re feeling like your colleagues aren’t recognizing your growth, the authors recommend three strategies: 1) Get clear on the differences between how you are perceived and how you want to be perceived; 2) Let go of work you may still be doing that was associated with your previous rol

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Effective Managers

APRIL 16, 2024

In the world of management consulting, being an expert isn’t just about having extensive knowledge in your field; it’s about becoming a trusted advisor to your clients. This transformation is pivotal in elevating your consulting practice, and it’s where ISO 20700 plays a crucial role. ISO 20700 isn’t merely a set of guidelines; it’s a catalyst for consultants seeking to enhance their credibility and align with global standards.

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Girard Training Solutions

APRIL 16, 2024

On this episode of Management Development Unlocked, Eric sits down with Kristin Cummings, founder of Virtual COO. Virtual COO helps small and midsize businesses strategize to help their businesses grow. Eric and Kristin dig into how virtual or fractional C-suite team members can help businesses, what a COO’s job entails, and Kristin offers some helpful tips on forming relationships with the C-suite as a new manager.

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Business Consulting Agency

APRIL 16, 2024

Entering the US market as a foreign company presents immense opportunities for growth, expansion, and global market reach. However, navigating the complexities of the US business landscape requires strategic planning, market expertise, and a deep understanding of local regulations and consumer preferences. This is where partnering with US business consultants becomes invaluable.

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Harvard Business

APRIL 18, 2024

Companies are investing in — and talking about — mental health more often these days. But employees aren’t reporting a corresponding rise in well-being. Why? The author, who wrote a book on mental health and work last year, explores several key ways organizations haven’t gone far enough in implementing a culture of well-being. She also makes five key suggestions on what they can do to improve the mental health of their employees.

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LSA Global

APRIL 15, 2024

Crafting an Effective Sales Strategy: A Blueprint for Success B2B sales success, especially at the executive level, isn’t just about making catchy pitches; sustainable sales success is about formulating a comprehensive and effective sales strategy that resonates with your ideal target clients, is implementable by your sales force, and aligns with your organization’s strategic priorities.

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In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.

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