Category: Consulting skills

Employee Experience Management

In the old days, companies used to pay very little attention to their employees’ experiences outside of raw productivity. As time has gone on and the corporate landscape has evolved, however, forward-thinking companies have started to appreciate that constructing positive experiences for their employees is crucially important. Companies are now realizing that if they want…

Value Chain Analysis: What Is It & Benefits

One of the most powerful tools in the managerial toolkit is known as value chain analysis. Value chain analysis has the power to help every kind of company gain a competitive advantage in some form or another. The concept of the value chain Value Chain Analysis derives from Harvard Business School professor Michael E. Porter’s…

Balanced Scorecard- What Is It & Benefits

Today, we dive into the exciting world of the Balanced Scorecard. Don't worry, it's not as daunting as it sounds. Let's put on our strategic thinking caps and embark on this enlightening journey! What Is a Balanced Scorecard? Ah, the Balanced Scorecard (BSC). It's like a Swiss Army knife for measuring performance, going beyond the…

Veterans to Consulting

Transitioning from military service to civilian life can be challenging for veterans, but consulting firms recognize the unique skills and experiences that veterans bring to the workforce. In this article, we will discuss how veterans can transition to a consulting career, provide tips on landing a consulting job, and outline what veterans need to do…

Lateral Thinking: What Is It and Benefits

Often in consulting, you will be told to think creatively to get the best solutions for your clients. In addition, clients prefer bringing in consultants to think of out of the box solutions they may not have thought of themselves. This is where lateral thinking comes in. Lateral thinking refers to the ability to think…

Timeboxing: What Is It & How To Do It

There is a long standing saying that a task will expand into the amount of time you have. For example, if you have an hour, your task will take an hour. However, if you have 10 hours, the task will take 10 hours. This can be problematic if the task is only supposed to take…

Effective Meeting Management

Effective meeting management is one of the most essential skills that management consultants must master. This requires an in-depth understanding of the dynamics governing group interactions and decision-making processes. Yet it also requires a deep understanding of how to manage meetings effectively. In this article, we will explore these key aspects of meeting management, providing…

Priority Matrix: Focusing On What Matters

A priority matrix is a common tool for navigating the demands of the modern corporate environment. Are you feeling overwhelmed with all the things you need to do? Are you not sure what to do in order to get all of your work done? Are you also amazed by the ability of your coworkers to…

DARE Decision Making Model

In a corporate context, it is very easy to get bogged down with bureaucracy and get nothing done. You hear about this notoriously in bigger companies. Often, this may happen if people in the company do not know who is responsible for identifying potential projects, who is responsible for making the decisions on which projects…

Employee Burnout: Signs, Preventions, & Statistics

Employee burnout is a state of work-related stress caused by prolonged exposure to demanding workplace environments, often resulting in higher levels of stress, lower productivity, and a general sense of exhaustion. When employees are showing signs of burnout, it’s time to take action to prevent further damage. In this article, we’ll offer a clear outline…