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Before Claudine Gay retroactively corrected her plagiarized PhD thesis... there was Terrell Strayhorn

Karlstack • 433 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
🚌 Education Misconduct Plagiarism Consulting Publications
  1. Terrell Strayhorn faced consequences for financial misconduct and plagiarism, leading to a downgrade in his academic career.
  2. The case highlighted the controversial practice of retroactively correcting theses to address plagiarism issues, as seen in the examples of Strayhorn and Claudine Gay.
  3. The story of Terrell Strayhorn serves as a larger commentary on the issues within the DEI-industrial complex and the exploitation of noble ideals for personal gain in academic circles.

How To Get 40 Hours Daily

Day One • 1058 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Time management Sleep Productivity Self-Improvement Consulting
  1. Prioritize and manage your time effectively to make room for more tasks, even in a busy schedule.
  2. Focus on getting a good night's sleep for increased productivity and take advantage of Kairos moments for important actions.
  3. Implement time blocking by budgeting your time hourly, helping you stay organized and productive throughout the day.

How I Left Facebook to Forge My Path in Data Consulting

SeattleDataGuy’s Newsletter • 482 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
đź’Ľ Business Consulting Marketing Networking Resources Entrepreneurship
  1. Define your niche: Before starting a consulting business, determine what specific problems you aim to solve for clients.
  2. Attracting clients: Methods to find clients include content marketing, networking, referrals, sales outreach, and vendor partnerships.
  3. Creating a marketing funnel: Use frameworks like AIDA (Awareness, Interest, Desire, Action) to organize and target your content towards potential clients.
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Seattle Data Guy In 2024

SeattleDataGuy’s Newsletter • 871 implied HN points • 26 Dec 23
đź•ą Technology Data Analysis Consulting Content creation Community Building
  1. Seattle Data Guy's work in 2023 involved filming videos, virtual conferences, and writing articles and newsletters.
  2. Client trends in 2023 showed shifts towards greenfield projects, solution design, marketing, and education.
  3. Popular articles in 2023 covered topics like data modeling, breaking out of tutorial hell, and essential templates for data analytics.

đź’ĄOne down, eleven to go...đź’Ą

PETITION • 334 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
đź’Ľ Business Bankruptcy Legal Finance Retail Consulting
  1. Recent bankruptcies in the corporate sector include companies like Humanigen Inc., Audacy Inc., and Eye Care Leaders.
  2. GOL Linhas AĂ©reas Inteligentes S.A. filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy in January 2024 due to financial struggles and liquidity issues.
  3. In Rite Aid's bankruptcy case, issues arise regarding store closures, conflicts over lease rejections, and negotiations with stakeholders.

the double life of brian

Dan Davies - "Back of Mind" • 314 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
đź’Ľ Business Consulting Management Productivity Training Industry
  1. Consultants working independently may impact the productivity and training investment within companies.
  2. Substituting consultants for employees can create communication challenges and hinder information flow.
  3. The trend of specialists leaving to start consultancies may reflect underlying issues in British industry and government.

carry on consulting

Dan Davies - "Back of Mind" • 294 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
đź’Ľ Business Analysis Consulting
  1. The 1970s movie 'Carry On At Your Convenience' offers an interesting but awful look at British class politics and industrial relations.
  2. British industry problems in the film reflect real issues of sclerotic management, militant unions, lack of communication, and reliance on hard currency export markets.
  3. The British miscellaneous professional services sector may have stemmed from individual solutions to underlying institutional problems.

The Power of Outcomes

Category Pirates • 707 implied HN points • 09 Oct 23
đź’Ľ Business Management Value Creation Professional development Entrepreneurship Consulting
  1. As Category Designers, we get paid for outcomes, not for doing a 'good job.'
  2. Understand the power of the outcomes you have delivered in your career to realize your unique Category Superpower.
  3. Leverage outcomes for personal and professional agency to communicate your value effectively and be paid what you're worth.

7 Essential Templates for Data Analytics Consulting

SeattleDataGuy’s Newsletter • 541 implied HN points • 07 Nov 23
đź’Ľ Business Consulting Templates Projects
  1. Have essential templates ready for data analytics consulting to speed up document creation and ensure clear processes.
  2. Key templates include a discovery template, proposal and SOW, basic deck, project kick-off email, onboarding checklist, and update email.
  3. Using templates like these can help in landing clients, maintaining communication, and streamlining project workflows.

AI and Knowledge Work

Tanay’s Newsletter • 119 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
đź•ą Technology AI Software Engineering Customer Support Consulting Productivity
  1. AI is enhancing productivity and quality in knowledge work like software engineering and customer support.
  2. AI benefits are not uniform; it tends to help lower performers more, but can also assist top performers by reducing menial tasks.
  3. AI is not a cure-all; it has limitations and understanding when to use it is crucial for optimal results.

A Note: What Is "Management" Anyway?

Brad DeLong's Grasping Reality • 92 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
đź’Ľ Business Management Consulting Theory Bureaucracy Market
  1. Management is different from hierarchical command-and-control, bureaucratic obedience, and market haggling. It's about reconciling various interests for the smooth operation of the system.
  2. Peter F. Drucker viewed the manager as a trustee of civilization and envisioned a role that balanced freedom, efficiency, equity, and order.
  3. Management is seen as a profession that aligns the interests of all stakeholders while ensuring the free development of individuals within society.

Engineering Managers Should Not Exist

Victor’s Substack • 41 HN points • 26 Mar 24
đź•ą Technology Management Software Engineering Project management HR Consulting
  1. Software engineering managers should not exist as they generally take on multiple roles poorly, whereas specialists could excel at each task.
  2. Engineering managers often were mediocre engineers who compensated by picking up non-engineering tasks and ended up in managerial roles.
  3. Best teams often function well without an engineering manager observing their every move, allowing engineers to focus and be more productive.

A Trust Issue.

News Items • 373 implied HN points • 05 Sep 23
đź’Ľ Business Finance Law Reform Consulting
  1. John Ellis discusses corruption in America's courts and the pursuit of reform.
  2. Jay Alix alleges McKinsey consulting firm has been breaking the law in bankruptcy courts.
  3. Consider subscribing to News Items for more insightful content on legal issues.

Stop Building Startups. Start Consulting Instead.

Michael’s Newsletter • 707 implied HN points • 28 Mar 23
đź’Ľ Business Entrepreneurship Consulting Networking Marketing Income Streams
  1. Consider starting a consultancy business instead of a startup as it is more manageable and helps avoid common mistakes.
  2. Consulting allows you to solve real problems, start faster, and serves as a stepping stone to product development.
  3. Leverage your existing network for consulting opportunities, including past clients, recruiters, and real-life communities.

A 3-Year Roadmap For Starting a Consultancy

Michael’s Newsletter • 176 implied HN points • 11 Oct 23
đź’Ľ Business Entrepreneurship Consulting Skills Content creation
  1. Starting a consultancy is a 3-year journey with specific themes and success criteria for each year.
  2. In year 1, focus on experimentation to develop fundamental entrepreneurship skills and choose a business path.
  3. In year 2, build a foundation by mastering consulting skills and selecting a specialization; In year 3, focus deeply on that specialization.

Is a Weak Positioning Statement Hurting Your Consultancy?

Michael’s Newsletter • 196 implied HN points • 05 Sep 23
đź’Ľ Business Consulting Marketing Lead Generation Entrepreneurship
  1. A strong positioning statement is crucial for any consultancy as it forms the foundation of your business strategy.
  2. A good positioning statement should clearly communicate your target audience, the problem you solve, and your uniqueness.
  3. Testing your positioning statement against criteria like the Conference Test and Thank God Test can help ensure its effectiveness.

Developer rolls the dice on massive uptown casino complex

The Charlotte Ledger • 373 implied HN points • 01 Apr 23
đź’Ľ Business Real Estate Hospitality Entertainment Local news Consulting
  1. A developer plans a massive casino and hotel complex in uptown Charlotte after new gambling laws are passed
  2. A beloved business requests historic status, potentially affecting new tower developments near Morehead Street
  3. Chick-fil-A and Carvana partner to tackle traffic congestion by allowing drive-thru customers to idle in a car vending machine

Competitive Specialization in Founder Support

Equal Ventures • 79 implied HN points • 05 Dec 23
đź’Ľ Business Venture Capital Specialization Private Equity Consulting
  1. Venture firms often lack competitive specialization, unlike private equity which frequently employs this strategy to allow various team members with complementary specialties to work together on deals.
  2. Competitive specialization within firms, like having dedicated industry leads, can empower teams to perform at their best, focus on their strengths, and deliver exceptional value to founders.
  3. Empowering team members to specialize in their unique skill sets and roles can lead to innovative approaches, better outcomes in deals, and overall team growth and satisfaction.

👩🏽‍🚀 The Acquisitions Co. Field Guide

alohomora • 235 implied HN points • 26 Mar 23
đź’Ľ Business Government Relations Investing Consulting Contracts Resources
  1. The Acquisitions Co. Field Guide offers insights on navigating government for early-stage startups.
  2. Numerous opportunities and resources are available for companies working with the government like funding programs and institutional investors.
  3. Understanding different government contract mechanisms and agencies, like SBIR programs, is crucial for startups looking to work with the government.

How a Photoshoot at Peter Hurley’s Studio Left Me With a New Understanding of My Appearance

Michael’s Newsletter • 235 implied HN points • 11 Apr 23
đź’Ľ Business Consulting Perception Appearance Marketing
  1. Facial expressions are crucial for communication, like squinting eyes and slight closed-mouth smiles.
  2. Managing perceptions is vital in client-facing fields, from appearance to online presence.
  3. Authenticity and self-acceptance are key; flaws make you unique, and going off-script can lead to great outcomes.

Differentiation: The Key to Growing Your Consultancy

Michael’s Newsletter • 117 implied HN points • 12 Sep 23
đź’Ľ Business Consulting Marketing Differentiation Strategy
  1. Differentiation is crucial for consultancy success; it sets you apart from competitors.
  2. A strong differentiator balances power dynamics in client-consultant relationships.
  3. Ways to differentiate include crosshair positioning and focusing on target audience, problem solved, services offered, and business model.