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Behind The Screens Of Data Science At DoorDash | Daniel Parris

Data Analysis Journal • 294 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24

🕹 Technology Consultancy

AI will fundamentally change data science by automating tasks and emphasizing building AI models
Consider the end user when launching a project to avoid overlooking usability issues
Start with quality data; building fancy models isn't as important as clean, workable data for end users

20,000, Somehow: Some Clueless But Enthusiastic Creative Advice

Everything Is Amazing • 2769 implied HN points • 25 Sep 23

🚌 Education Consultancy

When starting a newsletter, you don't have to be an expert, write as a student of your subject
Start your newsletter at a pace that works for you, quality over quantity
Use elements of awe and wonder in your writing to hook readers and consider organizing your newsletter in seasons

Channel Partnerships - The Underrated Way to Niche Down Your Consultancy

Michael’s Newsletter • 137 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24

💼 Business Consultancy

Consider focusing on channel partnerships to niche down your consultancy.
Partnering with one platform can help position your consultancy clearly and target the right clients.
Evaluate potential channel partners based on growth, precedence, partner program maturity, and conflicts of interest.

How to Build a High Growth and High Value Consultancy

Michael’s Newsletter • 157 implied HN points • 26 Sep 23

💼 Business Consultancy

Long-term contracts and high projected growth rates are key for building a high-value consultancy.
Consultancies can increase their valuation by securing multi-year contracts and focusing on scalable growth strategies.
Specializing and differentiating in your field can help a consultancy stand out and attract long-term clients.

Are you a platform?

Developer GTM – by Calyx Consulting • 99 implied HN points • 14 Jun 23

💼 Business Consultancy

Platforms come in various forms, not just through APIs, and successful platforms connect different parts of the value chain.
Organic growth is crucial for platforms to succeed, and the relationship between platform and ecosystem is interdependent.
Building a platform requires internal buy-in from leadership and alignment with company goals to ensure long-term success.

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4 Tips on Running (and Growing) an Independent Consultancy

Michael’s Newsletter • 78 implied HN points • 25 Oct 23

💼 Business Consultancy

Don't get distracted with product-building
A lack of experience when verticalizing is normal
Combine short-term and long-term lead generation strategies

garden3d 2022 Sustainability Report

computers suck • 78 implied HN points • 05 Oct 23

💼 Business Consultancy

The 2022 Sustainability Report from Garden3D highlighted efforts such as reducing studio size and purchasing carbon offset credits.
The report detailed the breakdown of carbon emissions, with Scope 3 emissions making up the majority, especially from travel activities.
Future goals for Garden3D include reducing unnecessary cloud computing usage, growing Seaborne consultancy, and continuing to engage in meaningful sustainability initiatives.

DirectorMoves

DirectorMoves • 19 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24

💼 Business Consultancy

Farient Advisors is a consultancy specializing in compensation, performance, and governance.
Multiple changes in director and CEO positions have been observed across various companies.
There has been a notable increase in women serving on boards of companies with market caps over $5 billion since January 1, 2024.

DirectorMoves – Board & C-suite Openings

DirectorMoves • 19 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24

💼 Business Consultancy

Farient Advisors is a compensation, performance & governance consultancy.
The post discusses tracking potential Board Openings based on gender diversity and age criteria.
Access to the post is for paid subscribers only.

Building CAUSL - Episode 5: Long Term Goals

CAUSL Effect • 19 implied HN points • 17 Mar 23

💼 Business Consultancy

It's important to define who you are and what you want. Knowing your identity helps you stay true to your goals.
Setting long-term goals gives you clarity and direction. This helps in making decisions aligned with where you want to be in the future.
Scaling your impact is key. Aiming to help many people or companies rather than just a few can lead to bigger success.

DirectorMoves – Board & C-suite Openings

DirectorMoves • 0 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24

💼 Business Consultancy

DirectorMoves tracks potential Board Openings based on non-compliance with gender diversity policies and aging Directors.
Farient Advisors is a consultancy specializing in compensation, performance, and governance.
Access to the full post requires a subscription to DirectorMoves.