Guest Column: IT Strategy Best Practices
IT Strategy Best Practices by Praveen Puri Today, having a successful IT strategy is important for ALL companies, not just those companies involved in directly selling software or computer systems. Mobile apps, cloud-based software services, artificial intelligence (AI), and cheap sensors (IoT,
Dining the Right Way
Meal-related business and social engagements are powerful ways to gain the competitive edge and establish successful partnerships. Success requires not only a great product or service but also excellent people skills and conduct. Poor command of a dining situation and
Guest Column: Multicultural Market Realities
Multicultural Market Realities by Terry Soto Companies that are benefiting from expanding their strategies to multicultural populations in the United States have achieved a dominant business advantage. These companies have always been just as challenged by multiple priorities and growth pressures as
Guest Column: Creating Intentional Development
Retooling Leadership Development: Creating Intentional Development By Richard Citrin and Michael Couch When we were coaching business leaders during the 2009 downturn, one of the few areas in which they were feeling good was related to talent acquisition and retention. These leaders
Guest Column: Why Every Consultant Should Look For Conflict
Why Every Consultant Should Look For Conflict by Christian Muntean Conflict is a common part of our clients’ lives. Some of our clients relate to conflict well and have frequent, constructive conversations on difficult issues. But many don’t. Like most people, they’ve spent their
Guest Column: Insider’s Guide to Becoming A Times Bestseller
An Insider’s Guide to Become a New York Times Bestseller by Rob Eagar Do you ever dream of publishing a business book that hits the New York Times bestseller list? Do you watch other people achieve bestseller status, such as Patrick Lencioni, Malcolm
Guest Column: What’s So Funny About Decision-Making?
What’s So Funny About Decision-Making? by Linda Henman, PhD In 1974, Mel Brooks directed the blockbuster comedy, Young Frankenstein. In the movie, Dr. Frederick Frankenstein learns he has inherited his infamous grandfather's estate in Transylvania, along with his manuals and lab notes.
Guest Column: Creating Great Leaders for Impact
Creating great Leaders: Consulting for impact By: Myron Beard What we know about great leaders is that they are few and far between. According to studies, between 50-70% of executives fail within the first 18 months of moving into executive roles. This
Running From Office
Community member for many years, Amy Showalter, has tried to make a case for me running for office in these strange times: Alan, Oh, I have it all figured out! Indulge me for 2 minutes. 1. You communicate concisely. Candidates (should) talk in sound
Guest Column: What Mick Jagger Can Teach You About the Consulting Business and Branding
By Gail S. Bower and Roberta Matuson They say you can’t always get what you want. But we disagree. While attending the 2017 Million Dollar Consulting® Convention, we spent an evening at “The Rolling Stones Exhibitionism delivered by DHL” at the
