StrategyU

JANUARY 27, 2021

Many leaders of companies, governments and other institutions started their careers in consulting but have not spoken extensively about their experiences and what it taught them. Indro Nooyi was the CEO of Pepsi and now works with the Yale School of Management as well as working with the state of Connecticut on the Covid-19 rollout.

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StrategyU

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

For example, under “Threat of new entrants,” they might consider factors like economies of scale, brand loyalty, or government regulations. It’s not just about your direct competitors, but about the entire ecosystem your business operates in. Do you have a toolkit for business problem solving?

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StrategyU

JULY 5, 2020

The history of strategy consulting starts with Frederick Taylor and the Scientific Management movement but took many twists and turns as it evolved into its current state, an industry looking inward and pondering where it fits in the new technology-powered business world. Chapter 1: Frederick Taylor: “The System Must Be First”.

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StrategyU

OCTOBER 31, 2024

But outside of these firms, there’s a huge spectrum of smaller consultancies doing similar strategy work with directors, VPs, and middle management, often building successful businesses with long-term clients. They also help with CEO transitions, governance structure, and crisis management.

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