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5 Ways Consultants Help Clients Understand Their Value

Tips for communicating the value you provide to the client relationship

November 7, 2018 | Knowledge | Denise Gifford

To build effective consulting relationships, consultants must understand their own value and how it supports their client’s goals. What are the experiences, insights, and skills you have that will help your client succeed? If you’re working with an established client, …

October 24, 2018 | Insights | Dr. David Hillson

Why Risk Includes Opportunity

opportunities are important and need to be captured where possible

Current risk management standards and guidelines use broad definitions of “risk” that encompass both threat and opportunity, but many people still find it difficult to understand why “opportunity” is included in the definition. And without understanding the reasons, there is …

October 10, 2018 | Resources

6 Must-Reads About the Gig Economy

Recent opinions, perspectives, and research

How important is the gig economy to the future of work? While there are conflicting views, it’s clear that the gig economy has become more important. Over the last few years, a significantly higher proportion of workers have been seeking …

September 26, 2018 | Knowledge | Dr. David Hillson

Managing Both Sides of Risk: Threat and Opportunity

Opportunities and threats are both uncertainties that matter

The ability to manage risk effectively is recognized as an important contributor to business success, which is why it has become an essential part of the manager’s toolkit. Risk-based thinking is permeating the boardroom and discussions within executive committees as …

September 12, 2018 | Insights | Helen S. Cooke

Project Management and Team Happiness

End products are important, but so is your team’s health and happiness

Business projects are seldom discussed from the point of view of the “happiness” of their team members. Projects are recognized for getting things done, and projects are resourced for overall effectiveness. Sponsors, customers, and society at large look for valued …