Effective Managers

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Key Strategies for Building and Maintaining Strong Client Relationships Effective client relationship management is crucial for the long-term success of any business. This blog outlines key strategies for building and maintaining strong client relationships. Key Strategies for Building Strong Client Relationships 1.

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Harvard Business

MARCH 14, 2024

But a study of boulangeries in Lyon, France, found that by locating next to more efficient “modernist” rivals, “traditionalists” were able to better highlight their traditions and value and win.

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Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

In a new study, researchers found that when large firms increase their hiring, startups in the same location are forced to offer 10% higher salaries, while reducing their expected growth by 36%. Yet these areas are dense with talent for a reason: It’s often due to the presence of large firms with whom these fledgling companies must compete.

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Harvard Business

JUNE 5, 2023

A study of B2B companies found that just one in 20 was able to consistently grow sales faster than sales and marketing expenses. As companies seek to cut costs in an uncertain economy, increasing this commercial productivity is a smart strategy.

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Harvard Business

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

As with any aspect of digital transformation, the effective deployment of generative AI will depend less on technological capability than on human adaptability. Indeed, the human factor — people and culture — will drive the adoption of AI, or lack thereof.

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Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

A conversation with Harvard Business School professor Bill Sahlman on creating a focused strategy for growth.

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Harvard Business

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Three case studies show that such strategic, socially responsible thinking pays dividends. Corporate leaders should step back in this moment and reflect on what role their organizations play in society and what trade-offs theyll need to make to ensure that their businesses work for everyone, not just investors.

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Clarity Consultants

MARCH 18, 2025

The right instructional design consultant helps companies revitalize their L&D strategies. This section outlines essential qualities to look for in a consultant, ensuring they can deliver expertly crafted content and a training strategy that aligns with your organizational culture and goals. Read the full case study here 2.

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Epicflow

JULY 20, 2022

In this case, a project manager should conduct a feasibility study that will help make the right decision as to whether it’s reasonable to intake this project or not. Read the article to learn about this study in more detail. . What Is a Feasibility Study? . Accordingly, we can distinguish four feasibility types [1]. .

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Successful Independent Consulting

MARCH 28, 2025

Here are several strategies you can use to achieve these objectives and improve the health of your business. Review your regularly recurring expenses by studying your credit card and bank statements. If youre charging hourly, consider a new pricing strategy like fixed fee, package pricing, or hybrid pricing.

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Clarity Consultants

APRIL 16, 2025

Studies show that employees who receive engaging onboarding are more likely to stay with a company long-term. The inclusion of video-based case studies, role-playing activities, and interactive Q&A sections enhances learning retention. Case studies highlight best practices and workable realities, making training more relevant.

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Management Consulted

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

The post Strategy, Simplified appeared first on Management Consulted. What will cause us, as we navigate the daunting gap between good and great, to succeed or fail? Honestly, I don’t know. Books have been written on the topic, and … Continued.

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Clarity Consultants

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

From childhood fairy tales to business case studies, stories shape our understanding of the world. This structure mirrors real-world challenges, helping learners internalize best practices and strategies for overcoming obstacles. Read the full case study here 2. Read the full case study here 3.

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Consulting Matters

OCTOBER 17, 2024

When your website includes a customized SEO strategy for consultants, it can become a 24/7 client magnet. Your website can become a powerhouse for client attraction—if you have an SEO strategy for your consulting business. I’ve used the same strategy to pivot into brand messaging. Sounds dreamy, right? The result?

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Lessons from a study of 5,700 global businesses.

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Harvard Business

OCTOBER 12, 2023

It’s the most powerful driver of consumer and employee behavior — and yet, businesses don’t study it or have a strategy to harness it.

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Clarity Consultants

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Peer learning and mentoring are effective strategies in this regard. Constructivist Theory : This theory posits that learners construct their own understanding based on their experiences.

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Tom Spencer

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Many students have shared stories of peers who studied for just two weeks and achieved high scores. Original strategy Many people around me initially told me that the GMAT would be easy and that it reflected a lot of content learned in high school (if you studied in North America).

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Harvard Business

AUGUST 13, 2024

In a new study, researchers examined some of these strategies, including Yelp and Wayfair’s labels which identify minority-owned businesses. In the last few years, large companies like Wayfair, Amazon, Yelp, DoorDash, and Instacart have launched initiatives to try to address racial inequality in their business models.

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Harvard Business

OCTOBER 27, 2023

To answer this question, the authors studied 12 companies that were employing various industry-specific strategies and found that those that successfully achieved the dual goals of purpose and profit did so by adopting what they call an “advocacy-based business model.”

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Harvard Business

MAY 7, 2024

Over the past three decades, the authors have studied thousands of team conflicts around the world and have identified four common patterns of team conflict. The authors suggest strategies to tailor a conflict resolution approach for each type, so that managers can address conflict as close to its origin as possible.

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Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Companies are trying various strategies to adjust to a “new normal” in work modalities, ranging from fully in-office to fully remote to a mix of both.

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Brimstone Consulting

MARCH 29, 2022

CASE STUDY. Agile strategy leads to 220% increase in revenue. Following the assessment, Brimstone began by working with the leadership team to develop a comprehensive strategy. The SBF ensures the entire team owns the strategy. A critical part of the process and outcome was an aligned team.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 8, 2020

In this blog post I take you through the 5 smart strategies that will help you figure out what's next and how to make it real. Collect testimonials and case studies. How I Can Can You Right Now: Schedule a Quick Clarity Strategy Session. You know you're ready for more - just not more of the same. Start your own business?

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Harvard Business

OCTOBER 10, 2023

A new study exploring the ever-changing landscape of workers’ experiences and perspectives around mental health, stigma, and work has uncovered new insights about how workplace mental health has changed from before, during, and after the pandemic. The findings show that mental health isn’t improving in the U.S.,

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Harvard Business

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Moreover, this can drive substantial inequities in the workplace, as studies have shown that employees who are perceived as more passionate are rewarded by their managers, seen as higher-status and higher-potential, and are more likely to receive financial resources and other forms of support.

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Harvard Business

APRIL 28, 2023

Four strategies based on in-depth studies of 12 large European firms.

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Tom Spencer

OCTOBER 11, 2024

In an era where environmental consciousness is increasingly becoming a priority, companies worldwide are rethinking their supply chain strategies to minimize their environmental footprint. We’ll also look at case studies of companies leading the way in sustainable supply chain management.

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Harvard Business

MARCH 27, 2024

This strategy fosters genuine community engagement and responsive initiatives, as seen in a mining company’s impactful HIV/AIDS program. The study recommends encouraging broad employee participation in CSR and fostering a culture that values CSR’s long-term business benefits.

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Harvard Business

JULY 24, 2024

However, scientific studies have found mixed results: On the one hand, some studies find evidence that passionate employees tend to perform better, while other research has documented null or even negative effects on performance. Through a series of studies with more than 1,000 employees from the U.S.

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

The switch came in response to a number of trends, including the distrust of American institutions after Watergate and Vietnam, and SEC rule changes that increased the importance of independent directors.

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Harvard Business

APRIL 12, 2023

Strategies to help you rise above performative allyship, based on a series of studies conducted over four years.

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Clarity Consultants

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

We’ll also discuss strategies for designing eLearning experiences that optimize information processing and enhance the effectiveness of corporate training programs. Interactive Assessments: Create quizzes, case studies, and interactive assessments that encourage active problem-solving and reinforce learning.

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Two case studies show how they can improve outcomes.

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Consulting Matters

JUNE 30, 2020

Read on if you'd like some instant validation that consulting is right for you and insight into the predictable challenges that most consultants face and strategies for overcoming hidden barriers to success. The best part of being a consultant is] being responsible for making a difference in the performance of others with my strategies.

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Harvard Business

JUNE 1, 2023

As a decision-making strategy, “blind hiring” involves blocking evaluators from receiving potentially biasing information about a job candidate until after an evaluation of their application materials are complete.

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Harvard Business

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The highest-grossing tour in music history is a case study in how a legacy act can navigate the modern attention economy.

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