The Real Risk of Risks
For consultants and their clients, it’s helpful to try to get a grip on risk, since the “fear of fear” is driving people into bunkers these days. (Did YOU know that the stock market is up about 30% since its
The Perceptual Recession
I've been telling consultants that this is largely a "perceptual recession," and that stress is resulting from uncertainty, lack of trust in traditional people and institutions, and a feeling of powerlessness. I commend you to Daniel Gilbert's piece today in
Alan Weiss Telecast Hosted by RainToday®
Getting Paid What You're Worth: How to Use Value-Based Fees at Your Firm Thursday, May 21 from 2:00-3:30 p.m. EDT Consultants should get hired for the value they provide. Yet, far too many consultants bill by the hour. It's
Consulting Opportunity
Hospital interim management job, southern California. Reports to the Director of HR. Major duties include developing competencies, creating or finding outsourced educational offerings, preparation for Joint Commission and state surveys, possibly assisting with recruiting and hiring. Original term for 3
What Price Glory? Or: Can We Get Some Air in Here?
This is an unscientific, undocumented, and probably unpopular analysis of what I'm learning as King of Social Media. (I'm reminded of a great review of a leading actor in King Lear by Eugene Field: "He played the king as though
Travel Advisory
Beware: In the infinite lack of wisdom of the TSA, you will shortly be required to ensure that your passport or license name matches EXACTLY your ticket name. If your ticket says, "John A. Adams" and the ID says "John
Sprechen zie Deutsch?
(The Dog Star is a symbol of power, will, and steadfastness of purpose, and exemplifies the One who has succeeded in bridging the lower and higher consciousness. – Astrological Definition) My friend, Guido Quelle, was here recently from Germany for my
Alan Is Twittering!
I'm now on Facebook, linkedin, and Twitter, and of course, I have the best blog on consulting in the universe, right here. I have fulfilled my destiny to be King of Social Media (without rotting my cerebral cortex). My Twitter name/handle/ID/thing:
A Diverse View
What drives Alan, his followers and what should drive you? If you said the Bentley you may want to try again or just listen to this podcast for the answer. You will also discover the important ingredient in great teams