Harvard Business

MAY 31, 2024

Entering a foreign market comes with inherent challenges. Whether capitalizing on outsider status to tap into local labor markets, establishing potent associations to build credibility, or forging strategic partnerships to foster mutual international growth, your foreignness can indeed become your competitive edge.

Marketing 246

Marketing Company Information Technology Information Technology 246

Harvard Business

MAY 25, 2022

A new approach to building a trading strategy: crowd-sourcing financial predictions from data scientists.

Marketing 177

Marketing Financial Data Strategy 177

Clarity Consultants

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

By investing in L&D, organizations can close skills gaps, improve employee engagement, and enhance their overall competitiveness in the market. L&D programs help organizations keep up with industry trends, adopt new technologies, and respond to changing market demands.

Metrics 147

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Epicflow

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Risk management is an integral part of the project management process, which helps pharmaceutical companies identify possible threats and opportunities and develop strategies to respond to risk-bearing situations. At the same time, pharmaceutical companies face severe competition with each other for being first to market.

Pharmaceuticals 210

Pharmaceuticals Industry Management Resources 210

Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Ever since the forced bankruptcy of the investment bank Lehman Brothers triggered the financial crisis 10 years ago, regulators, risk managers, and central bankers around the globe have focused on shoring up banks’ ability to withstand financial shocks. But the next crisis might not come from a financial shock at all.

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Successful Independent Consulting

JANUARY 28, 2025

strategy development, market research, transformation initiatives). SolomonEdwards : Provides financial, operational, and technology consulting. Here's how to tap into this market: Find the Right Firms Start with internet searches that combine your area of expertise and location (e.g.,

Cash Flow 195

Cash Flow Consulting Intellectual Property Resumes 195

Epicflow

AUGUST 30, 2024

This practice increases supply chain efficiency, makes it cost-effective and responsive to market changes. With fewer defects, you can deliver better-quality products to the market, while the increased efficiency provides more time for research and development to meet changing customer demands. Maintenance management.

Operations 204

Operations Management Efficiency Resources 204

Consulting Matters

JANUARY 7, 2019

If you want to achieve sustainable success as a consultant - ideally you want to create a marketing system to ensure you have a consistently full pipeline of right-fit clients. Your mindset still has to be one of service and value for what you bring to the table vs. letting fear and need drive your marketing.

Consulting 224

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Epicflow

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Project portfolio management software is vital for businesses aiming to thrive in competitive markets for a couple of reasons: It streamlines project portfolio oversight Managing multiple projects within a portfolio can be challenging without clear visibility. Helps identify and address cost overruns early to ensure financial efficiency.

Tools 130

Tools Management Software Resources 130

Effective Managers

JUNE 24, 2024

AI in Decision Making and Strategy AI’s capability to analyze large data sets offers unprecedented advantages in strategic decision-making. Predictive analytics, a field within AI, can forecast market trends, consumer behavior, and potential risks, providing businesses with a proactive approach to decision-making.

Ethics 243

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Harvard Business

AUGUST 9, 2018

I call this approach nonprofit judo , a reference to the martial art that emphasizes how an apparently disadvantaged player can succeed through a strategy that turns weaknesses into strengths. Marketing: Forge aligned partnerships. Salesforce spends about $4 billion a year, half of its $8 billion budget, on sales and marketing.

Nonprofit 131

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Successful Independent Consulting

MARCH 11, 2022

What is the market segment or industry of your ideal client? For example, start-ups, middle-market, or global companies? Do you specialize in a particular industry like biotech, financial services, or the tech industry? Write short descriptors to use as headers on the website, then describe how these services help clients.

Industry 370

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Successful Independent Consulting

AUGUST 28, 2024

A marketing tagline is short phrase that helps people remember you in a certain way. Remember, clients want to hire The Expert, so be sure to market yourself as one! [1] When you are perceived as an expert, you’ll get more referrals and win more work. You get the idea.

Development 195

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Successful Independent Consulting

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Do some market-rate benchmarking to learn what other consultants are charging, or what clients are paying. If you want to grow your business or meet your financial goals, charge what you’re worth! ~ ~ ~ Related Resources: Is It Time to Consider a Fixed Fee for Your Consulting Services? for year one, $165 for year two, and $172.50

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Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Contrary to popular belief, companies can create innovative solutions that address environmental challenges for society while delivering immediate economic benefits for themselves — it doesn’t have to be either or.

Marketing 234

Marketing Industry Company Financial 234

Consulting Matters

JANUARY 7, 2019

If you want to achieve sustainable success as a consultant - ideally you want to create a marketing system to ensure you have a consistently full pipeline of right-fit clients. Your mindset still has to be one of service and value for what you bring to the table vs. letting fear and need drive your marketing.

Consulting 202

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Tom Spencer

OCTOBER 25, 2024

In today’s business landscape, sustainability is no longer a niche concern; it’s a core component of corporate strategy. These metrics are increasingly influencing business decision-making and thus shaping corporate reputation in a way that impacts customer loyalty and financial performance.

Metrics 78

Metrics Ethics Government Financial 78

Consulting Matters

OCTOBER 10, 2024

I’ll share the lessons I’ve learned about balancing entrepreneurship and parenthood, from setting clear intentions for your business to making sure your systems and strategies work for you, not against you. Are you starting a business for financial freedom? For flexibility? To be there for every school event?

Consulting 156

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

In 2009, the financial crash left manufacturers with excess inventory when consumer buying power suddenly dropped. And now, the high-tech industry is feeling the weight of a volatile market that has led to excess component inventory. Inventory challenges aren’t new. Electronics littered shelves in 2001 after the dot-com bubble burst.

Metrics 254

Metrics Financial Industry Marketing 254

Consulting Matters

DECEMBER 10, 2020

At first, her goal was to provide a virtual alternative to her live programs that she offered to financial services firms wanting to turn their lukewarm clients into raving fans. Strategies for capturing the tremendous value you offer in a course. and got to work creating her first online course. Links: Christy's website: [link].

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 8, 2022

I initially started out my career in management consulting, exited to an internal strategy team in industry, and pivoted back to consulting. This two part article series will provide valuable perspective for those who are considering internal strategy teams as their next career option as I unveil my personal thoughts and experiences.

Strategy 97

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Chad Barr

JANUARY 15, 2025

Suddenly, the insights go deeper, revealing actionable strategies and powerful trends that might otherwise remain hidden. Prompt #1: Detailed Analysis of Trends and Strategies I asked ChatGPT: “Please provide a detailed analysis, insights for my audience, and strategies to capitalize on these trends.” Cybersecurity.

Strategy 52

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Epicflow

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Project portfolio management software is vital for businesses aiming to thrive in competitive markets for a couple of reasons: It streamlines project portfolio oversight Managing multiple projects within a portfolio can be challenging without clear visibility. Helps identify and address cost overruns early to ensure financial efficiency.

Tools 130

Tools Management Software Resources 130

Epicflow

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Read the article to explore typical difficulties impacting manufacturing projects and learn the strategies to manage risks in manufacturing projects most effectively. For example, if a project outcome fails to meet the changed customer demand, it will result in financial losses and a damaged reputation of a company.

Management 147

Management Resources Software Productivity 147

Harvard Business

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Blockchain has important implications for marketing and advertising. But according to The CMO Survey , only 8% of firms rate the use of blockchain in marketing as moderately or very important. This combination creates a natural barrier to entry and has likely caused marketers to take a “wait and see” approach.

Marketing 129

Marketing Advertising Media Video 129

Successful Independent Consulting

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

You may be able to reduce those taxes by setting up an LLC and filing your taxes as an S-corporation , though thats a long-term strategy, not a yearly decision. Typical start-up costs include office supplies, market research, advertising, and consultant fees to help with your business plan. SEP IRA vs. Solo 401(k): Which Is Better?

Insurance 195

Insurance Insurance Consulting How To 195

Tom Spencer

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Hedge funds have long been shrouded in mystery, earning a reputation as lucrative yet elusive vehicles within the financial landscape. Hedge funds have gained increased attention over the years, with their involvement in financial markets drawing interest from investors, media, and the general public. Directional Strategies 1.1

Strategy 88

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Tom Spencer

MAY 24, 2024

Diversify Revenue Streams One fundamental strategy for business resilience is to diversify revenue streams. Although it is fairly common for a successful business to generate 80% of its profits from 20% of its products, relying heavily on a small number of products, services, or markets exposes a business to significant risk.

Strategy 88

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Harvard Business

MAY 17, 2018

Sponsored by Accenture Strategy. In one example, a people analytics team at a global CPG company was enlisted to help optimize a financial process that took place monthly in every country subsidiary around the world. Insight Center. Competing in the Future. How to make your company more nimble and responsive.

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Culture Strategy Strategy& Strategy 142

The Fearless Marketer

AUGUST 3, 2020

I recently sent an email to those in my current Marketing Action Group Program sharing about my, ahem, “Marketing Genius.”. In fact, after the financial crisis of 2009, I had the best four years ever in my business. Do I have a strategy that nobody else uses? If you are, you can be a marketing genius, too! #1

Marketing 107

Marketing Sales Financial Strategy 107

Epicflow

JANUARY 30, 2025

It helps standardize project management practices, ensure alignment with organizational strategy, and provide oversight to deliver projects successfully. Read further to learn about the top winners in the market and get tips on choosing the right tool for your organization. Therefore, weve compiled a list of 15 best PMO software tools.

Tools 130

Tools Software Efficiency Resources 130

Consulting Matters

DECEMBER 23, 2020

You establish your brand with potential clients through your marketing messages, how you interact with them, what work you pitch for them and how you frame that work as well as what you charge AND how you charge. Therefore, your pricing strategy is an essential aspect and extension of your consulting brand.

Consulting 263

Consulting eBook Financial Resources 263

Tom Spencer

APRIL 15, 2022

This article continues on from Part 1 , in which I shared some of my experiences of working with an internal strategy team at a large financial institution, and some of the main projects and activities I undertook. In this article, we will explore the 7 main differences between internal strategy and management consulting.

Strategy 88

Strategy Strategy& Strategy Financial 88

Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

A study of 275,000 customers found that the option to pay in installments increased revenue — but was used most by financially constrained shoppers.

Research 225

Research Financial Study Marketing 225

Consulting Matters

JANUARY 17, 2020

You also don’t need to become some marketing guru to land work with the C-Suite. Understands business drivers, challenges, competition, goals and strategies. Speaks the language of business – financials, data and analytics. HINT: This trait might be key to understanding your unique and marketable expertise.

Methodologies 207

Methodologies System Data Financial 207

Tom Spencer

JUNE 7, 2024

The root problem is the disconnect between strategy and innovation. Priorities might include developing new products, expanding into new markets, enhancing the customer experience, increasing operational efficiency, or embracing sustainability. Business unit and functional-level strategies (e.g.,

Strategy 88

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