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Long-form essays, field notes, and frameworks from the FIRMSconsulting team — published weekly.
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Will they trust you after you move?
Your Address is Part of Your Portfolio of Assets. When we think about moving someplace, for the majority of people, they get these starry eyes and they think: “I can finally sit on the beach, work on my laptop, be a digital nomad, live the dream.” But you’ve got to think of the address, your…
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The superior advantage only audit firms have
There is a Critical Step in Strategy That Only Audit Firms are Equipped to Deliver … … And Most Never Do We just released the full new program for Insiders and Legacy members, The Superior Advantage Only Audit Firms Have. You can access the program here. — You’ve likely seen this before. The charismatic new CEO steps into…
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The 80/20 CEO Author Bill Canady on Guiding Your Business from Panic to Profit
For our episode 539 of the Strategy Skills podcast, we had an interview with the author of From Panic to Profit: Uncover Value, Boost Revenue, and Grow Your Business with the 80/20 Principle, Bill Canady. In this episode, Bill shares insights from his military background and how it shaped his leadership approach. Bill explains his…
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Negligence in Leadership Isn’t Rare. It’s Just Undiscussed
Most Disasters Don’t Come From Bad People. They Come From People Who Don’t Care Enough. Today, I want to talk to you about negligence. Why negligence? You would think there are so many other topics that seem to be a higher priority. But make no mistake, negligence rules this world. It’s omnipresent and omnipotent. It…
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Industrial/Organizational Psychologist Patricia Grabarek on Leading for Wellness
Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 538, an interview with the coauthor of Leading for Wellness: How to Create a Team Culture Where Everyone Thrives, Patricia Grabarek. In this episode, Patricia talks about why workplace wellness matters and why it’s important to have a holistic approach that includes physical, mental, and emotional health. She explains the…
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How to Build a Consulting Practice Around a Powerful Point of View
How Your Point of View Can Build a High-Revenue Consulting Practice If you’re wondering how to build a consulting practice that attracts good clients, helps to earn their trust, and grows steadily over time, start with one thing most people overlook: a clear, differentiated Point of View (PoV). Your Point of View… …Drives Your Career…
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New IT, Digital, AI, and Cloud Center-of-Excellence
Your IT, Digital, AI, Cloud Project is… …Likely Going To Fail. Strategy Control Room Advanced members can access the new IT, Digital, AI, and Cloud Center-of-Excellence here. — You do not want to hear this, especially if you’re knee-deep in an IT project. If you have spent more than a year speaking to IT experts and meticulously…
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[The Annual] Still waiting to be picked?
Leadership Is Not a Promotion. It’s a Decision. The last episode of Module 1 and the first episode of Module 2 of The Annual are now available for Insiders and Legacy members. You can watch the trailer [here], and members can access the new episodes [here]. — Too many smart people are waiting. Waiting to be promoted. Waiting to be handed a…
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Ex-Google Executive Jenny Wood on Breaking the Unwritten Rules
Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 537, an interview with the author of Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It, Jenny Wood. In this episode, Jenny discusses her career journey and the key skills that helped her rise from an entry-level role to an executive over 18 years. She also discusses overcoming imposter…
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Joel Salinas on The Science and Art of Coming Together in a Conflicted World
Our Strategy Skills episode 536 is an interview with the co-author of Conflict Resilience: Negotiating Disagreement Without Giving Up or Giving In, Joel Salinas, MD. In this episode, Joel Salinas talks about conflict resilience and how our brain reacts to disagreements. He explains how loneliness affects health, how conflicts activate pain-related brain areas, and shares…
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The Existential Mistake Made When Immigrating
Most Relocation Plans Miss One Critical Factor. Does Yours? The first five episodes of our new 11-part Legacy program, The Existential Mistake Made When Immigrating, are now available. You can watch the trailer [here], and Legacy members can access the first 5 episodes [here]. A reminder for Insider members: you’re welcome to upgrade to Legacy and return…
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Former Time Editor William Green on Being Richer, Wiser, and Happier
Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 535, an interview with the author of Richer, Wiser, Happier: How the World’s Greatest Investors Win in Markets and Life, William Green. In this episode, William Green talks about his journey from Oxford to becoming a renowned journalist. He shares stories of his unconventional career path, including impulsive moves to…