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5 mindfulness tips to elevate your consulting game

Win the inner game with these five mindfulness tips, so you can bring your A-game when you’re with clients and prospects.

David Silbert · 5 min read

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How to hire a finance manager

Learn how to hire a finance manager based on common behavioral traits for the role, and find the ideal finance manager for your organization.

David Silbert · 10 min read

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The future of talent consulting: 5 trends to watch for in 2022

As a consultant, you guide organizations through their biggest changes. Stay ahead of major trends with these five 2022 workplace predictions.

Matt Poepsel, PhD · 3 min read

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How to grow a consulting business by creating experiences for your clients

When looking to grow a consulting business, make sure you’re providing next-level experiences for your clients. Here are some tips.

David Silbert · 7 min read

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Are consulting certifications valuable?

Looking for the right consulting certifications for your needs? Here are some recommendations that can provide real value for your practice.

Matthew Moretti · 6 min read

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How to use data to back up your consulting recommendations

To consult means to provide advice, but engagements aren’t always so simple. Here are five ways data can power your recommendations.

Adam Wells · 5 min read

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Top management consulting frameworks to drive your recommendations

The work of a management consultant may be ever-changing, but here are seven management consulting frameworks that can provide structure and boost ROI.

Adam Wells · 9 min read

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How to transition to virtual consulting

Virtual consulting can present a unique learning curve for you and your clients. Here’s how you can overcome the initial hurdles.

David Silbert · 7 min read

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The top business consulting software & tools used by industry leaders

Managing a consulting firm is challenging enough as it is. To make things a bit easier, here are 19 of the best business consulting software tools around.

David Silbert · 10 min read

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7 consulting skills and competencies needed to succeed in 2022

Consultants may be diverse, but there are several core competencies all good ones share. Here are seven consulting skills you need to succeed in 2022.

David Silbert · 7 min read

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10 tips for consultants during an economic downturn

Looking to better support your clients during this difficult time? Here are 10 tips on how to improve your consulting engagements.

Laurel White · 5 min read

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The 7 best consulting conferences of 2020

Looking to get the most out of your consultancy? Here are seven consulting conferences in 2020 you can attend to take your practice to the next level.

David Silbert · 5 min read

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5 essential reasons to attend consulting conferences

Consulting conferences are more than just fancy meetups; they offer value that can grow your firm. Here are five great reasons to attend an upcoming event.

David Silbert · 3 min read