Let's Grow Leaders

JUNE 16, 2017

Nathan Regier of Next Element Consulting – Next From Nate shares his viewpoint that when we mediate, manage, or reduce the conflict, we necessarily reduce the energy available for productive problem-solving. My Manifesto For Change: Conflict Isn’t The Problem Follow Nathan.

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International Coach Academy

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Decision-makers tend to consider multiple factors – beyond just the benefits of a new practice, they also weigh the financial constraints – before deciding to implement it within their organizations. Therefore, this paper examines how coaching can be applied cost-effectively in resource-constrained government institutions.

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International Coach Academy

OCTOBER 10, 2024

I work in a large consultancy that has its own coaching program, and my goal is to join that as an ICA graduate and make up my hours for ICF accreditation. I’ll be coaching high-achieving consultants. Indeed, I need a coaching model that follows much of the process that colleagues use with their own consultancy clients.

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Career Advancement

DECEMBER 14, 2020

In the coming years, many organizational functions will shift into more of a consulting role, playing a stronger part in guiding organizational direction—which means their leaders need a specialized mix of skills. Aptitude for working collaboratively. Big-picture thinking.

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International Coach Academy

AUGUST 15, 2023

The reason why we get confused is because we are so attached to the outcome. We also have internal fears like what If I do wrong, what if I make a mistake? When we focus on too many things and when we don’t have a clear vision it leads to confusion. Clarity: Clarity refers to the state of being clear, distinct, and easily understood.

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StrategyU

AUGUST 19, 2024

“Problem-solving” is one of the most overused and least understood phrases in the business world. When many people talk about solving problems, they are rarely talking about a problem-solving process. What I got wrong about problem-solving What are the most important skills you need to be successful?

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StrategyU

MARCH 31, 2022

The Experience Curve is one of the most famous frameworks in consulting. It was developed in the 1960s by Boston Consulting Group (BCG), one of the biggest consulting companies in the world at the time. It was inspired by manufacturing learning curves, which were first identified in the 1920s and 1930s. Wishful Thinking?

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McKinsey

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.

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StrategyU

JANUARY 20, 2025

Minto was the first female consultant at McKinsey and developed these ideas to help consultants communicate complex ideas clearly. But there is some nuance In consulting it is common wisdom to “start with the top.” Identify a project or problem and sketch a pyramid. Try it out this week.

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International Coach Academy

JUNE 2, 2024

It is directive in nature, emphasizing problem-solving, performance improvement, and the achievement of immediate results through structured guidance and feedback. Furthermore, professional coaching is distinguished from other related practices such as mentoring and consulting.

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ReNew Business

MARCH 3, 2025

I have already written about the difference between a practice and a tool and between problem solving and learning. Today I would like to ask: Do we reach for something to fix, to solve, to make efficient? There might be a time to problem solve and there must be a time to learn and become. What is left of us?

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StrategyU

MAY 29, 2024

I was taking part in the Basic Consulting Readiness training and talking to my new friend Josh. He detailed how he had decided in high school, after getting into Stanford, that he would work in strategy consulting. I downloaded the book in 2006 to prepare for my consulting interviews.

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International Coach Academy

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

In the context of Agile software delivery, embodying a coaching mindset in Agile software delivery begins with creating a safe space for team members to express themselves openly and share valuable insights, resulting in better collaboration and problem-solving.

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International Coach Academy

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

In comparison, consulting delivers tangible solutions to a complex problem in the form of a PowerPoint presentation or a process map for example which is considered as tangible output. The role of the coach is an equal partner compared to being a superior expert in consulting or mentoring. What are the benefits of coaching?

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International Coach Academy

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

In comparison, consulting delivers tangible solutions to a complex problem in the form of a PowerPoint presentation or a process map for example which is considered as tangible output. The role of the coach is an equal partner compared to being a superior expert in consulting or mentoring. What are the benefits of coaching?

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StrategyU

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

When interviewing for my first job in consulting, I spent a lot of my time practicing applying business frameworks to hypothetical case interview questions. Though I’m not convinced that the case interview is the best method , I do know that simply regurgitating frameworks is not enough to get a job in consulting.

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International Coach Academy

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The coaching model that resonates with me is a blended approach of coach-consultant and coach-trainer. They also are maybe not the buzziest and may not top lists of ‘top leadership attributes’ like visionary, strategic, inspirational, or problem-solving. The strength of this model lies in its relevancy on multiple levels.

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StrategyU

JANUARY 27, 2021

The alumni of top consulting firms are part of all types of organizations around the world. Consulting firms like McKinsey, Bain, and BCG can claim world leaders, public company CEOs, heads of non-profits, entrepreneurs and even musicians. Boston Consulting Group. Most Famous & Infamous Alumni. McKinsey & Company.

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Career Advancement

MAY 25, 2021

In the coming years, many organizational functions will shift into more of a consulting role, playing a stronger part in guiding organizational direction—which means their leaders need a specialized mix of skills. Aptitude for working collaboratively. Big-picture thinking.

Finance 156

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McKinsey

MAY 25, 2021

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.

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StrategyU

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

The biggest problem with this is that people know about the feedback sandwich. The Problems With Most Feedback There are many issues with traditional feedback. As much as we accept that feedback and coaching are good things, most people still feel awkward when giving and receiving feedback. You just got a meal of useless information.

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StrategyU

FEBRUARY 8, 2025

Below are ten examples of MECE breakdowns, each followed by a discussion on why it is MECE, what might be improved, and an alternative approach to achieving a more refined MECE segmentation. Example 1: Revenue Streams Original Breakdown: Product Revenue Service Revenue Other Income (e.g.,

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StrategyU

MARCH 10, 2024

The mystique of strategy consulting has inspired films such as Office Space and Up In the Air and TV shows like House of Lies. Satire or not, the cliches associated with consulting do have an impact on how consultants are perceived, especially when validated by news reports about rogue consultants and disclosures of consulting debacles.

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International Coach Academy

JULY 14, 2024

As a result, many firms are moving toward a coaching model in which managers facilitate problem-solving and encourage employees’ development by asking questions and offering support and guidance rather than giving orders and making judgments. Twenty-first-century managers simply don’t (and can’t!)

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International Coach Academy

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The Value of Not Being an Expert In “How Not to Be An Expert”, Cailin Minor shares their experience with Cognitive CoachingSM, a tool used for teachers that makes the argument that coach consulting doesn’t allow the ones you are working with to access their own internal abilities to reflect, or solve their own problems.

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StrategyU

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Think about a problem that you are facing today. “I But if you told a consultant about the problem, they would likely ask you a bunch of questions before saying that. This is a very different problem that needs to be addressed very differently (and reducing your caffeine intake won’t help!).

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International Coach Academy

MARCH 3, 2022

In the early 20th century Kurt Goldstein, a physician specializing in neuroanatomy and psychiatry, introduced us to the term ‘self-actualization’. He saw it as the end goal for each living being. Self-actualization meant contentment, enlightenment, and pure joy. Later, infamous psychologist Abraham Maslow further explored self-actualization.

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StrategyU

AUGUST 22, 2023

To demonstrate this, I asked Bard , googles AI chat tool, the following question: “What are three ways someone might use a tool like Bard that would help them work like a strategy consultant?” This information can then be analyzed to identify trends, patterns, and insights that would be helpful to a strategy consultant.

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StrategyU

OCTOBER 6, 2024

But I didn’t appreciate how rare that was until working at consulting firms where I found it incredibly hard to do that same level of work. From working with many different organizations as a consultant, I’ve started to notice that the companies that are able to build a culture of excellence all have a few things in common.

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Harvard Professional Development

MAY 11, 2022

Executive Coach, Leadership & Management Consultant, Resources for Leading. I work in both management consulting and executive coaching. What are some of the key takeaways from one or all of the programs that you’ve used in the course of your consulting? Denver, Colorado. I just had to sign up and go to it.

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International Coach Academy

MAY 22, 2023

Thus the coach can control their mind and not get carried away into adopting the role of a consultant or mentor. Thus the coach can control their mind and not get carried away into adopting the role of a consultant or mentor. This understanding influences all aspects of a coaching session. It cultivates empathy but not attachment.

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StrategyU

JUNE 28, 2022

In 1976 the founder of Boston Consulting Group, Bruce Henderson published a strategy memo with a bold claim : “ a stable competitive market never has more than three significant competitors, the largest of which has no more than four times the market share of the smallest.”. It is not subject to rigorous proof. This is a mistake.

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International Coach Academy

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

In the process of training and practicing as a peer coach in ICA , I noticed that these two approaches to problem-solving have a number of similar qualities, although, of course, they are not identical and interchangeable. It turns into merely a conversation between two people, at best, into mentoring or consulting.

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StrategyU

APRIL 19, 2022

What’s the difference between an “associate consultant,” “business analyst,” or “associate”? In terms of responsibilities and time in role, the roles at the top three consulting firms (McKinsey, Bain, and BCG) are very similar. Short answer: not much.

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StrategyU

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

You’ve set your sights on joining one of the world’s most prestigious consulting firms, where every move you make in the application process counts. It’s not just any test; it’s a game designed to challenge your thinking, and your problem-solving abilities, right from the start—every click you make counts on how you will be perceived.

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Vantage Circle

DECEMBER 21, 2023

They set the tone by actively endorsing a culture that encourages creativity and problem-solving at all levels. Creativity is intelligence having fun. Albert Einstein Behind every successful company lies a secret ingredient: a creative company culture that fosters innovation and empowers its employees to think outside the box.

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International Coach Academy

JUNE 28, 2023

Organizational health as defined by McKinsey & Company, a renowned global business consulting firm, is the organization’s ability to align around a common vision, execute against that vision effectively, and renew itself through innovation and creative thinking. What Is Organization Health?

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