What Makes Excel Models Good

Good models climb four levels: working, flexible, easy to use, visual.

Consultants and Contingency Plans

Seasoned consultants share practical advice for managing projects during crises

Dictator Versus Democracy Mode

Consulting managers blend democracy mode and dictator mode across project phases.

Surviving a Brutal Consulting Week

Stay calm, take blame first, take a break and debrief later, not now.

No Consulting Internship Guide

Missing a consulting internship is not terminal if you build skills and differentiate.

Business Writing That Persuades

Effective business writing makes the complex simple and leads readers to decisions.

Why Most Consulting Firms Stay Private

Most elite consulting firms stay private partnerships rather than go public.

Choose Your Words Deliberately

Word choice separates persuasive professionals from the ambient noise of business talk.

Good Consulting Managers Coach

Coaching runs on trust, patience and showing rather than preaching.

Your Best Future Client

Super-please existing clients before chasing new prospects. Nurture and listen.

How to Interview Clients

Great client interviews start with preparation, empathy and purposeful questions.

The Hidden Food Culture of Travel

Constant business travel quietly turns consultants into experienced food experts.