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Digital transformation in consulting: How A.I., Big Data & Co. will change the consulting profession
In the age of Industry 4.0, the need for consulting is enormous. More than ever, management and executives of all...
HR Trends 2019: What are the most important developments in recruiting?
The first quarter of the year has come to an end. This provides an opportunity to take a closer look at HR trends in...
Omnibus package: new boundaries for sustainability reporting
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Digital transformation in consulting: How A.I., Big Data & Co. will change the consulting profession
In the age of Industry 4.0, the need for consulting is enormous. More than ever, management and ...
HR Trends 2019: What are the most important developments in recruiting?
The first quarter of the year has come to an end. This provides an opportunity to take a closer...
Omnibus package: new boundaries for sustainability reporting
Die Aufweichung der Regulatorik durch das Omnibus-Paket - Wird die Veränderung der Geschäftsmodelle...
Focus on productivity and mental health in the consulting industry
Consultants often work under enormous pressure. Long working hours, high expectations and an...
5 Books Bill Gates Recommends For Your Summer Vacation (2019)
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Consulting as a stepping stone - The 10 most common reasons for quitting
As a consultant, you have a profession that is very popular among young graduates. A steep learning...
What are freelancers and what advantages do they offer companies?
Freelancers and freelance jobs are terms that are appearing more and more frequently in the modern...
Accessible for all: Accessible website as a must-have
In an increasingly digitalized world, online accessibility is not just a social responsibility, but...
Consulting Exit: 6 exit opportunities for management consultants
Exit opportunities open up new paths for your professional development. But what are the career...
Strategy consultants: What is the task of strategy consultants?
A CEO of a technology company specializing in the development of software solutions for the...
consultingheads Success Story: Sebastian (Siemens Management Consulting)
Sebastian ist im August über consultingheads von einer Boutique-Beratung zu Siemens Management...
Project Acquisition - More Successful as a Consultant with Perseverance
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Interview: Simon Barth - Vice President at LeanIX
Simon ist ehemaliger Unternehmensberater, aber eigentlich brennt er schon immer für das Thema...
The ultimate guide to private equity consulting
In recent years, private equity (PE) has established itself as one of the most dynamic and...
What is a Chief of Staff?
In the dynamic corporate world, the position and tasks of the of the Chief of Staff of increasing...
Start-up Failures: Three stories and the 11 most common reasons startups fail
"We had this awesome idea, everything worked out, and we made really good money."
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Difference between strategy consulting and management consulting
The consulting industry is extremely diverse and encompasses many specializations and niches....
RASCI Matrix: Effective project management through clear responsibilities
The RASCI matrix (or RACI matrix) is a tried-and-tested project management tool that is used to...
AI recruiting: the key to efficient talent acquisition
In today's data and technology-driven world of work, companies face a key challenge: identifying,...
Part 2: E-mobility - a trend or a game changer?
E-mobility is not only changing how we get around, but also where we spend our time - especially at...
Freelance consulting: 10 steps to becoming a successful freelancer
If you're a management consultant looking to make the move into freelance consulting, you're...
The OKR method - what is it?
"OKR" comes from the English and stands for Objectives and Key results (Objectives and key...
consultingheads Success Story: Michael (CSP Consultants)
It's been almost a year since Michael took his next career step via consultingheads: from an...
Checklist for: Optimal onboarding of new employees
The successful recruitment of a new employee marks the beginning of one of the most important...
Freelance vs. permanent position
A central decision-making process for companies is the choice between employees in permanent...
Interview: Stefanie zur Horst (Senior Director at Simon-Kucher & Partners).
As a successful management consultant at one of our partners Simon-Kucher & Partners, Stefanie zur...
HR trends 2024 - What can we expect this year?
The world of work is in a state of continuous change, characterized by technological innovations,...
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CTO: importance, tasks and salary
Dhe Chief Technology Officer (CTO) plays a key role in the world of corporate management an...
What is a consulting platform?
In the world of consulting, there is an innovative solution that brings companies and qualified...
Interview: Andreas Fritz - IT and SAP Consultant
Andreas is an IT and business consultant with a focus on SAP security. In an interview, he...
Successful consulting with method – proven techniques for the consulting triathlete
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Focus on productivity and mental health in the consulting industry
Consultants often work under enormous pressure. Long working hours, high expectations and an...
Consulting Exit: What to look out for when leaving a management consultancy
The consulting industry is fast-paced and it can be easy to get lost in the daily challenges and...
Change in consulting: What options you have and how you decide
Some consultants consider moving to another firm after several years of experience rather than...
Optimization of freelance profiles: Strategies for more expressiveness and individuality
In today's working world, where flexibility and specialization are becoming increasingly important,...
OKR vs. MbO: The transformation of classic management methods
Definition: What is Management by Objectives (MbO)?
Management by objectives, a method developed by...
Sustainability Consultant - underside
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How do I become a freelance consultant? From permanent position to freelancer
If you are a consultant and are thinking about starting your own business as a freelance consultant...
Practical examples: What are SMART goals?
SMART goals are the be-all and end-all for effective goal setting and achievement in companies....
The future of the supply chain: automation and optimization
In a world where speed and efficiency are key competitive advantages, supply chain automation is no...
M.E.C.E. principle consultingheads
Prcise and effective problem-solving methods are essential in the world of consulting...
Digital Leadership: Competencies, Leadership Styles and Challenges of the Leader 4.0
"Success is no longer about changing strategies more often, but having the agility to execute...
Management Consultant Salary: How much do I earn as a consultant?
The consulting industry is soaring. More than 184,000 consultants now work in the...
Part 1: E-mobility - trend or game changer?
Digitalization, bureaucracy, climate and social change. Will Germany get its act together in a...
Strategic orientation in companies: A critical review
Studies on strategic orientation in companies often reveal a surprising picture: even within the...
What is a COO? The importance and role of the Chief Operating Officer
In the corporate world, there are a large number of managers who are responsible for the success...
consultingheads Success Story: David (Freelance)
David ist Freelance-Berater und hat mit der Hilfe von consultingheads innerhalb eines Jahres...
Consulting Exit: Management Consulting and Then?
Regular headhunter inquiries and job offers via Xing or LinkedIn are part of everyday life for you...
Interview: Esteban Jurado Traverso - CEO at Eurocentres [EN]
Today we have a very special interview for you. We talked to Esteban, a year after helping him...
A/B testing: How to optimize your recruiting
In an increasingly competitive job market, it is crucial that companies identify and hire the best...
Focus on advisory methods: the QHAR principle
Imagine your company is faced with a seemingly unsolvable problem in an important project. Time is...
Interview: Bestselling author Felix Plötz on success, role models and his path to becoming a keynote speaker
Felix Plötz is a multiple bestselling author and internationally sought-after keynote...