The power of words – it’s something we talk a lot about in the world of consulting. Whether it be verbal or written, consultants need to be masters of language to make strong recommendations. But it’s not just consultants. Everyone…
Business impact analysis is used to predict the results of a disruption to a business and to develop mitigation and recovery plans. Business impact analysis involves risk assessment, scenario planning, and analysis of investment in prevention relative to cost of…
Education is changing rapidly in the face of evolving technology, new learning models, and post-COVID social distancing requirements. In the midst of these changes, a new model of learning has emerged: blended learning. Both higher education and corporate learning are…
Strategy vs tactics is a debate as old as business – which is more important? The dichotomy is not a distinction without a difference. Business strategy and tactics are clearly different concepts. At the same time, it’s hard to say…
The 5 hour rule of success essentially states that the most successful people in the world – think Bill Gates, Warren Buffet, Mark Cuban, etc. – dedicate an entire hour every day to learning or practicing new things. When you…
A strong supply chain is one of the most important aspects of any business. Companies differ in what they sell and how they sell it, but supply chains are an area of commonality. Why? Nothing makes it into the hands…
Energy sector companies are involved in research, discovery, production, transportation, and distribution of energy. The energy industry includes a wide variety of activities and companies. However, when describing issues related to energy sector trends, innovation, and challenges, there is one…
Asking for a promotion can be a nerve-wracking prospect. Of course, it can also be one of the most transformative events in one’s career. There are many employers that do a good job of actively promoting employees into the roles…
Chances are, if you were to hear the term “experience curve” on the streets, you would have no idea what it means. You might think of a learning curve, but what is the meaning of the experience curve? In plain…
Learning how to get along with coworkers is one of the most important things we can do on the job. After all, we spend a third of our lives at work – doesn’t it make sense to get along with…