Month: September 2022

Greenwashing: What is it?

"Greenwashing" is a term coined in the late 1980s. It refers to the practice of making misleading claims about a product to suggest using it is helpful to the environment. It has become increasingly prevalent in recent years as more and more companies attempt to capitalize on consumers' growing concerns about the environment. Unfortunately, greenwashing…

How To Mentor Remotely

Mentoring is a vital part of professional development. but it doesn't always have to happen in person. With the rise of remote work, more and more mentoring relationships are taking place online. Virtual mentorship can be just as effective as traditional mentorship, with some added benefits. For example, remote mentors can more easily connect with…

How To Write A Resignation Letter

Knowing how to write a resignation letter can keep connections with former colleagues strong. Burning bridges with scathing final words may generate some short-term psychological benefits, but ultimately harms your long term career prospects. Regardless of how you feel about your job, you’ve come to the conclusion that it’s time for your next step. It…

Capgemini

Capgemini is a large firm based in Paris, France, which offers IT and consulting services. They have a huge and incredibly well-connected network of offices across the globe, a strong focus on emerging innovation, and reputation for being notably kind and helpful during recruitment. Capgemini offers positions for graduates, but few internships, as their focus…

Cognizant Consulting, the Consultancy Bridging Business and Tech (Podcast)

In this episode, we're bringing you a fast-paced conversation with Michael Valocchi, SVP & Head of Cognizant Consulting and Americas Strategy. In it, we take a deep-dive into all things Cognizant Consulting, including: Type of work the firm performs Industry and practice focuses How Cognizant Consulting works with clients What sets the firm apart in…

AArete

AArete ("uh-reet") is a consulting firm offering services in profitability management, digital transformation, and advisory. They utilize data, technology and market intelligence to provide solutions for clients, though there is some debate as to how much “intelligence” and up-to-date technology is really in use. Aarete is on the smaller end of the management consulting firm…

The Backbone of Palm Tree: Culture, Values, and Recruiting (Podcast)

We've been hearing a lot about the work and culture at M&A advisory firm Palm Tree. Today, we're taking a step back to learn about the "secret sauce" that has made the firm so successful. Joining us are Co-founder/MD Dave Wolinsky and Chief of Staff Dieema Wheaton to share Palm Tree's core values and how…

Humility in Leadership

Humility in leadership is paramount in a variety of ways. Leaders come in all shapes and sizes. Some are extroverts who are natural born motivators, while others are introverts who prefer to lead by example. But one quality that all great leaders share is humility. Humility is often misunderstood as weakness or a lack of…

A Summer at OC&C Strategy Consultants (Podcast)

OC&C Strategy Consultants is the fast-growing pure-play strategy house everyone is talking about. In this episode, we're talking with a former intern/current consultant (Lexa) and a current intern (Justin) to hear the inside scoop on life, work, and play at OC&C. What other firm flies its entire staff to Puerto Rico for a weekend of…

Wavestone

Wavestone is a management consulting firm with a commitment to solving problems with clients in a collaborative, hopeful way. It has a focus on digital and data strategy, services optimization, and IT solutions. Wavestone has a strong team culture and offices in many popular locations, as well as excellent internship and career opportunities. Keep reading…