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Consulting LifestyleEpisode 35: Why Governance is the Future of Consultancy with Cantekin ErtekinIn this Consulting Lifestyle Podcast episode, our guest Cantekin Ertekin shares his experiences and insights on business management and IT consulting. He hails from Turkey where he runs several organizations and focuses on governance and consulting. He shares his journey of transitioning from strategy execution to strategy consulting, and the establishment of his own consulting firm, ITGT Consultancy. He discusses the importance of stakeholder management and decentralized decision-making. The conversation also covers his view on making information shareable instead of sellable, and his involvement with non-governmental organizations. He calls for a new-generation consulting approach— one that is governance and as...2023-12-0419 min
Consulting LifestyleEpisode 34: From Opera singing to soul-driven coachingIn this episode of the Consulting Lifestyle Podcast, Diogene chats with Arielle Carrara, a career coach based in Spain. Arielle unfolds her unconventional journey from being an opera singer to eventually emerging as a career coach on the brink of the COVID-19 pandemic. She shares experiences of her struggle managing her job on the side of her operatic career, juggling between making ends meet and her passion for singing, ultimately leading to burnout. Arielle sheds light on how she opted for a career shift, specializing in giving people advice for their careers and dwe...2023-11-1426 min
Consulting LifestyleEpisode 31: How to Help Outliers Thrive in Business with Nida LeardprasopsukHave you ever wondered what it takes to transition from corporate roles to becoming a sought-after coach for CEOs and executives?In this episode, we sit with the inspiring Nida Leardprasopsuk to explore her unique career path. We delve into topics like identifying and working with exceptional "outlier" clients, helping individuals develop multiple passions and skills, and the art of generating business as an expert consultant.Join us as we unravel Nida's fascinating story and gain valuable insights that can inspire your career journey!...2023-10-1642 min
Consulting LifestyleEpisode 30: How to Build the World's Biggest Digital Assets Platform with Blake HutchisonAre you ready to dive into the world of online business transactions? In this episode, we explore the art of buying and selling online businesses and digital assets. Our guest, Blake Hutchison, CEO of Flippa, the world's largest marketplace for these endeavors, shares invaluable insights.Blake sheds light on crucial aspects such as:A diverse array of digital assets is available for purchase and sale, ranging from websites and apps to software and various online businesses.The typical buyers and sellers who navigate this dynamic marketplaceThe secrets behind Flippa's enduring success, are its ability t...2023-10-0928 min
Consulting LifestyleEpisode 29: How to Apply the "Lean Out Method" to Your Business with Crista GrassoAre you curious about unconventional career journeys and innovative consulting methods? Today, we're joined by a remarkable guest, Crista Grasso, the founder of Lean Out Method.In this engaging interview, Crista takes us on a journey from her artistic roots to her thriving career in consulting. She unveils the secrets behind her unique approach to lean consulting, aptly named the Lean Out Method. This methodology revolves around four core principles: context, clarity, commitment, and continuous improvement (Kaizen).But that's not all! We delve into a variety of other captivating topics, including the distinctions between being...2023-10-0231 min
Consulting LifestyleEpisode 28: An Insight Into Executive Leadership Personality Types with Robert JordanHave you ever wondered what makes a great leader and how different leadership styles can impact organizations? Today, we deep dive into leadership with our guest, Robert Jordan.In this insightful discussion, Robert shares his expertise gained from placing interim CEOs and identifies four distinct leadership styles:-The Fixer-The Artist-The Builder-The StrategistJoin us as we explore these leadership archetypes and learn how understanding them can help organizations and situations find the right leader. Whether you're an aspiring leader or simply intrigued by leadership dynamics, this...2023-09-2529 min
Consulting LifestyleEpisode 27: How to Run an Effective SAP Consultancy with Ralph HessAre you curious about the world of IT consulting and how it has evolved over the years?Join us as we explore Ralph's remarkable journey in the world of IT consulting, from his early days as a programmer to his current role as a sales leader at Navigator Business Solutions. In this episode, we'll gain insights into SAP implementations for life sciences clients, including different project models, the keys to success, and effective partnership management with SAP. If you're curious about IT consulting and SAP, you won't want to miss this episode!...2023-09-1834 min
Consulting LifestyleEpisode 26: Insight into the Labor Market Intelligence Industry with Cary SparrowHave you ever wondered what the future holds for the job market? If so, you're in the right place.In today's episode, we take a closer look into the dynamic world of the labor market, exploring the insights, data, and trends that shape our professional lives. Our guest, Cary Sparrow, brings a wealth of expertise to the table as the CEO of Greenwich.hr, a leading provider of labor market intelligence and data. With a background in management consulting and HR technology, Cary shares his unique journey, from the inception and growth of Greenwich.hr to his...2023-09-1138 min
Consulting LifestyleEpisode 25: How to Develop an Optimizer Mindset with John C. SaundersEver wondered how to optimize your career journey for maximum success? In this episode, we deep dive into the incredible story of John Saunders and his optimizer mindset. Explore how he transitioned from Wall Street to founding Forward Advisory Solutions in 2019, all while harnessing the power of continuous improvement and strategic problem-solving to empower individuals and organizations. Get ready for an insightful conversation!John can be found on:➡️ Website: https://www.johncsaunders.com/storytelling ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcs-optimizer➡️Book: The Optimizer MindsetTo get in touch with Diogene...2023-09-0436 min
Consulting LifestyleEpisode 24: The Compound Effect of Inaction in B2B ConsultingEver wondered about the hidden costs of staying put in your career? In this solo episode, Diogene uncovers how not taking action in consulting can lead to significant consequences, including lost financial potential and unexplored entrepreneurial opportunities. Explore the emotions and economics that influence this choice, and discover insights that could reshape your career path. To get in touch with Diogene:➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diogenentirandekura➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diogenentirandekura➡️Consulting Lifestyle Community: https://consultinglifestyle.fm/community➡️Coaching with Diogene: https://consultinglifestyle.fm/coachingSupport the showTo...2023-08-2810 min
Consulting LifestyleEpisode 23: Unleashing Enlightened Leadership with Matt PoepselIs your leadership approach stuck in the past? Join us in this episode as we unravel the captivating journey of Matt Poepsel – from military strategies to psychological insights. Explore why traditional leadership falls flat in today's world and how Matt's fresh perspective on enlightened leadership is rewriting the rules. Discover the power of self-awareness, purpose-driven leadership, and a holistic success definition. Tune in for an unconventional take on leadership that will challenge your thinking and empower your growth.Get in touch with Matt:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattpoepselWebsite: https://www.mattpoepsel.com2023-08-1533 minConsulting LifestyleEpisode 22: How to Craft Strategic Narratives with Guillaume WiatrHow can storytelling revolutionize your consulting career? In this episode, we interview Seattle-based strategic narrative consultant Guillaume Wiatr. With a remarkable 25 years of experience in consulting across France and the US, Guillaume shares his journey to founding Mental Helm, his boutique consulting firm. Gain insights into how Guillaume guides companies in reshaping their strategic narratives, leading to differentiation, ideal client attraction, and purpose-infused operations.Get in touch with Guillaume:➡️Websits: https://www.metahelm.com➡️Ebook: https://www.metahelm.com/getstrategicnarrativebook➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guillaumewiatrTo get in touch with Diogene Ntir...2023-08-0842 minConsulting LifestyleEpisode 21: How to Master Workplace Communication with Gary RossAre you ready to revolutionize your workplace communication and elevate your consulting game? In this episode, we sit down with Gary Ross, a workplace communication trainer and consultant. Gary shares invaluable insights on the art of effective internal communication, emphasizing the significance of storytelling, empathy, and understanding your audience to communicate clearly and persuasively at work.Discover how building genuine relationships with senior executives can earn you their trust and establish you as a trusted advisor. Get ready to make a difference in your organization and beyond through the power of impactful communication. Tune in...2023-08-0132 minConsulting LifestyleEpisode 20: Double Your Revenue in 90 Days with Simon SeverinoHave you ever wondered what it takes to conquer new markets, outperform competitors, and keep that winning streak going? Well, buckle up because today, we're diving into the captivating story of Simon, a philosophy-loving consultant turned market-conquering expert! From advising big brands to founding his own consultancy, Strategy Sprints, Simon has cracked the code to help B2B teams reach their peak performance. Get ready to discover the importance of creating a culture of opportunity creation, learn how to double your revenue, and explore the future of consulting in real-time support! Let's dive in!➡️Follow Simo...2023-07-2518 min
Consulting LifestyleHow to be a successful "naive" consultant with Joshua BerryTo get in touch with Diogene Ntirandekura, Consulting Lifestyle podcast host:My Linkedin profileConsulting Lifestyle communityConsulting Lifestyle coaching ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In this podcast episode, Joshua Berry, the founder of Econic, a consulting company, shares his career journey and the services offered by his firm. Joshua highlights the importance of identifying projects that benefit both business outcomes and employee well-being, emphasizing a collaborative and adaptive approach.Joshua also touches on his amazing book, Dare to Be Naive, which challenges conventional norms in business and promotes using business for positive impact.T...2023-06-1924 min
Consulting LifestyleHow to honor your intuition with Lee Chaix McDonoughTo get in touch with Diogene Ntirandekura, Consulting Lifestyle podcast host:My Linkedin profileConsulting Lifestyle communityConsulting Lifestyle coaching ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In this podcast episode, Lee Chaix McDonough, the founder of Coach with Clarity, shares her career journey and the evolution of her coaching practice. She discusses how she blended her therapeutic skills with small business knowledge and transitioned from being a psychotherapist to a coach. She also talks about expanding her clientele, from therapists interested in business coaching to individuals aspiring to become coaches. In this episode, Lee shares her unique ap...2023-05-2929 min
Consulting LifestyleHow to build a Smarketing consulting company with Gisele LempertTo get in touch with Diogene Ntirandekura, Consulting Lifestyle podcast host:My Linkedin profileConsulting Lifestyle communityConsulting Lifestyle coaching ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, we feature Gisele Lempert from Vende Más, a certified HubSpot partner based in Valencia, Spain, with clients around the globe. She shares her career story, starting from working in her father's technology company at a young age, studying advertising, and moving to digital advertising, where she discovered HubSpot in 2014. In this episode, she shares the winning strategy of focusing on their core business and partnering with others to sup...2023-05-2232 min
Consulting LifestyleAn Insight into Cryptocurrency consulting with Ka Yi Emily SitTo get in touch with Diogene Ntirandekura, Consulting Lifestyle podcast host:My Linkedin profileConsulting Lifestyle communityConsulting Lifestyle coaching ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In this exciting episode, Ka Yi Emily Sit introduces us to the world of cryptocurrency. Emily has been involved in crypto since early 2017, after finishing her Master's degree in Economics, and became interested in fintech, eventually learning about blockchain and other cryptocurrencies. Emily talks about the waves or trends that occur in the industry. She also stressed the importance of being resilient in the crypto industry, as there are many unknowns. In th...2023-05-0127 min
Consulting LifestyleHow to pass an interview with big consulting firms with Davis NguyenTo get in touch with Diogene Ntirandekura, Consulting Lifestyle podcast host:My Linkedin profileConsulting Lifestyle communityConsulting Lifestyle coaching ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Davis Nguyen, the Founder of My Consulting Offer, shares his unconventional path to becoming a management consultant. He proudly shares his story of how he comes from a family of political refugees who had escaped from Vietnam to the US. In this episode, Davis shares the importance of telling people what is possible to shift their mindset and help them achieve their goals. He also emphasized how consultants need to evolve, g...2023-04-2428 min
Consulting LifestyleSolving procurement's problems with technology with Joël Collin-DemersTo get in touch with Diogene Ntirandekura, Consulting Lifestyle podcast host:My Linkedin profileConsulting Lifestyle communityConsulting Lifestyle coaching ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Our guest today is Joël Collin-Demers from Pure Procurement. Joel is a procurement systems expert who has extensive experience in procurement and SAP implementations. He discusses his career journey, starting from university to his work at IBM Canada. In this episode, Joel talks about the importance of considering the organization's context and industry, which may have different processes and architecture. He also mentions the richness of procurement markets and the need to...2023-04-1733 min
Consulting LifestyleWhy you should maximize your strengthsTo get in touch with Diogene Ntirandekura, Consulting Lifestyle podcast host:My Linkedin profileConsulting Lifestyle communityConsulting Lifestyle coaching -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Maximizing your strengths can lead to greater success and fulfillment in your personal and professional life. By focusing on your strengths, you can become an expert in your field, stand out from your peers, and deliver exceptional results. In this episode, we discuss how leveraging your strengths can help you become an amazing consultant, especially in this post-pandemic world.Support the showTo get in touch with Diogene N...2023-03-2710 min
Consulting LifestyleHow to become an authority in your field with Alastair McDermottTo get in touch with Diogene Ntirandekura, Consulting Lifestyle podcast host:My Linkedin profileConsulting Lifestyle communityConsulting Lifestyle coaching -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This week, my guest is the consultant, author and podcast host Alastair McDermott.He owns the "recognized authority" company. With Alastair we delve into various topics such as:the "cloack of invisibility" for most consultants the importance of being a specialist versus being a generalistwhy he created "The Specialization" podcastwhy he created the "Accelerating your authority" podcastthe importance of resourcefulness to make decisions getting away from hourly fees as a...2023-03-2036 minConsulting Lifestyle#125 - How to Realize Your Business Breakthrough with Cesar HasselmannIn this episode of the Consulting Lifestyle Podcast, we're talking with Cesar Hasselmann, a consultant and entrepreneur who has built several businesses in Brazil and Australia. He's also the founder of AMH Consulting and he shares his insights on how to be a successful business owner.Cesar was just 13 when he started his first business with a school friend. Within three years, he had a DJ business with three cars and six DJs hitting parties all weekend. It was short lived when his friend suddenly passed away. His other business fell apart due to an economic crisis...2022-10-1751 minConsulting Lifestyle#124 - How To Propel Your Consulting Business Growth with Candyce EdelenOn today's show, we'll be talking with Candyce Edelen.Candyce is a serial entrepreneur, CEO, and Founder of Propel Growth. She built five companies that are both software and services businesses. She'll be sharing her best practices on how to propel a business and how you can use it to create an income stream that works for you and your lifestyle. We mainly covered the following topics:How she made 1M$ from a company saleThe differences between running a software and a service businessHow she pivoted her business to fit her lifestyle Huma...2022-10-1037 minConsulting Lifestyle#123 - Ask, Assess, Advise with Stefan DeboisIn this week's episode of the Consulting Lifestyle Podcast, we have Stefan Debois as a guest. Stefan is the CEO and Co-Founder of Pointerpro, a software company based in Belgium.During his 14 years as a consultant, he learned that most professional services companies had quite good back-office processes. Delivering advice to clients is likely their most important process, but relatively few companies have used technology to automate it.In 2012, Stefan created an iPad quiz for his daughter’s birthday. After the quiz was complete and contestants received their results, they also got pictures, videos, and fu...2022-10-0322 minConsulting Lifestyle#122 - Workplace & Leadership Communication with Lindsay LapaquetteToday, I'm joined by Lindsay Lapaquette, who is a leadership communication skills specialist and the Founder of Collaborative Solutions. Lindsay had a career that's quite interesting and different from most consultants. She started working at IGA as a deli slicer and as a birthday party coordinator before moving on to university and becoming a speech-language pathologist.She was fascinated by language and loved working with clients with complex communication challenges. Lindsay followed opportunities and eventually decided to drop her permit as a speech therapist to open her own training and consulting company, doing leadership communication skills.2022-09-2846 minConsulting Lifestyle#121 - 5 Types of Power Plays in B2B ConsultingThis week on the Consulting Lifestyle Podcast, I'm going to be talking all about power play. If you've ever been in a situation where you felt like you had a lot of power over somebody else, or if you've ever felt like you were being taken advantage of by someone who was much more powerful than you, you're probably familiar with this concept.Power play happens in business relationships all the time but it can also happen between clients and consultants and even between employees and their managers. It's one of the biggest challenges for...2022-09-1912 minConsulting Lifestyle#120 - The Offshore Delivery ModelToday, we'll be talking about the Offshore Delivery Model.When it comes to implementing SAP, there are a lot of things to keep in mind. One of those things is that you want to make sure that your implementation plan is comprehensive and holistic. But when it comes to implementing SAP, who does the implementation?The offshore delivery model is a way of working that has been used for years by IT consultants. It involves working with offshore teams who have their own team structure, processes, and products.If you're like most c...2022-09-1218 minConsulting Lifestyle#119 - How To Become an Authority in the SAP Industry with John JordanWe all know that knowledge sharing is one of the keys to success in any industry, but it's especially true for the SAP consulting industry. If you're trying to make a name for yourself as an SAP consultant, then learning from other consultants is going to be essential. This episode is all about finding good sources of knowledge sharing and how you can put that knowledge into practice.The guest for today’s episode is John Jordan. John is the founder and principal consultant at ERP Corp, which provides SAP consulting and training services, particularly in Financials an...2022-08-2928 minConsulting Lifestyle#118 - How To Do Data Migration on IT Consulting Projects?Data Migration is one of the core services a technology consulting consultant can offer to its clients. The process of migrating data can be daunting to the uninitiated. There are many reasons why an organization's data needs to be migrated. In this episode, we're dealing with a fictional technology consulting project and we'll talk about the importance of data migration, its influence on the success of a project, and what is like to have a data management career. NOTE: The project context is usually fictive and the case is not necessarily realistic because I am do...2022-08-2316 minConsulting Lifestyle#117 - How To Determine Your Consulting RateDo you know how to determine your consulting rate? In this week's episode, I share a thorough explanation of the different pricing models and how you should determine what price you should charge your client. As consultants, we need to stay profitable while delivering excellent value and get that win-win situation with our clients.Topics covered: What are you actually pricingWhich pricing models can you useHow to calculate your rate What is the average revenue per consultantWhich model should you chooseResources: https://www.consultancy.org/consulting-industry/fees-rates---Get...2022-08-1512 minConsulting Lifestyle#116 - How to be a Recession-Proof B2B ConsultantIn a recession, it can be hard to predict what you'll need to do to keep your business running smoothly and make sure you're invested in the long-term success of your company. But what if I told you that there are actually things that you can do to position yourself for the future? I love to tell you about them here today.Today's episode is all about how to position yourself as a B2B consultant when there is a recession and what exactly that means. We'll discuss what makes the economy go down and w...2022-08-0916 minConsulting Lifestyle#114 - Consulting Lifestyle Podcast Season 3Welcome to Consulting Lifestyle. I'm honored and happy to restart the show.The past 10 months have been difficult for me to create quality content, but I'm excited about getting back into the swing of things. Work and family have to come first, so I need some time to really get back into my groove.I'm also very excited to be able to start focusing on the B2B side of consulting again, which will make this show a lot more interesting for you.Here's what you can expect from this podcast: interviews w...2022-08-0105 minConsulting Lifestyle#115 - Pros and Cons Of Being An Hourly ConsultantOK, this episode is a little bit controversial. A LOT of consultants absolutely hate the hourly model and urge anyone to think hard before they take it.Most consultants hate the hourly model. They don't like it, because it's purely based on how much you work and nothing else. Some consultants see this as a disadvantage, but there are also some positive sides to working with an hourly model that pays off in the end.In this episode we will cover: What it means to be an hourly consultant - 1:09Reason 1...2022-08-0112 minConsulting Lifestyle#112 - A Breakthrough in Virtual Events with BSeen's Juan GuerraBy merging the newest technology and always fresh content, companies have created a cutting-edge platform that allows companies to reach out to any audience in the comfort of their own home. This has led to the creation of virtual events. But what gave them the idea for this service? And how did they make it work? Juan Guerra, an Austria-based storytelling coach, workshop facilitator, and founder of BSEEN shares his journey with us on the 112th episode of Consulting Lifestyle podcast. Listen as he shared how event streaming helps companies host live video events that eng...2021-10-1127 minConsulting Lifestyle#111 - Sales Outsourcing with Add1Zero's David “Ledge” LedgerwoodJoin me as I catch up with Add1Zero Managing Partner, David “Ledge” Ledgerwood in my 111th episode of Consulting Lifestyle Podcast.Ledge commences by sharing his career story as a consultant for 20 years wherein he was involved in running 13 startups and has closed more than $40M in sales.Further, we discussed:ConsultingFounding a companyHow to choose foundersWhat is revenue operationsBalancing parenting and entrepreneurshipWhat does having a Consulting Lifestyle mean for LedgeDiscover Ledge at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidledgerwood/Add1Zero: https://add1zero.co...2021-10-0433 minConsulting Lifestyle#110 - Thriving in a Digital Era with Nikolaus Lang (from Boston Consulting Group)In my 109th episode, I had an insightful interview with Nikolaus Lang. He is the Global Advantage Practice Leader at Boston Consulting Group and one of the authors of Beyond Great: Nine Strategies for Thriving in an Era of Social Tension, Economic Nationalism, and Technological Revolution.In addition to leading BCG’s Global Advantage practice, Nikolaus is also a core member of the Industrial Goods and Automotive practices.We discussed the following topics:- What does a person need to possess in order to work for a consulting group?- What ar...2021-09-2718 minConsulting Lifestyle#109 - How To Master Your Emotions As A ConsultantConsulting is one of the most challenging professions. It is challenging because, unlike in most other jobs, you are both a manager and worker. You need to make decisions where you might not be certain about the outcomes. Your consulting career relies on how well you know yourself, your pitfalls, and your opportunities.In this episode, I will be discussing the six emotions consultants usually go through and how to use them to their advantage. These emotions are as follows:HappinessSadness FearDisgustAngerSurpriseNOW - You feel a lot of emotions when you’re a consultant. Who...2021-09-2425 minConsulting Lifestyle#108 - Recap of the SummerThe only constant thing in this world is change. When a season ends, a new one comes, and with this ever-changing world, the best thing we can do is move with the times. In this solo episode, I am sharing a quick recap of my summer. I am also discussing the following:- ERP Happy Wins in 2021- Less more; thus focusing on one niche to scale up the business- Importance of being present in the family- Plan for COVID from a personal and business perspective I will also be a...2021-09-1307 minConsulting Lifestyle#107 - Building A Digital Future with Lipi SarkarThis week I talked with Lipi Sarkar, a physics graduate, a master in business administration, and program director. We share a common extensive experience in Ethiopian digital transformation and she’s been in the consulting industry for twenty years. Listen as she narrates her career story and her educational background. This episode will also cover the overview and practical insights of Lipi Sarkar’s book, Building a Digital Future. It will also include discourse about best in class and best practices for clients; the three myths of digital transformation; the added value of delivery partners; a day in th...2021-09-0732 minConsulting Lifestyle#106 - Lifestyle Consultant Larry English Talks About His Experience & Expertise In The Consulting IndustryIn this 106th episode of Consulting Lifestyle, Larry English, an author and President of Centric Consulting joins in this podcast to talk about his experience and expertise in the consulting industry. Tune in as he shares his career story from his first consulting job right out of college and how working in different consulting models finally prompted his idea in creating his own consulting company that embodies “Consulting Nirvana”. He explains the work culture of Centric— centering everything that they do to make both their employees and clients happy.Larry also discussed the followin...2021-08-3024 minConsulting Lifestyle#105 - Divorce Lawyer Raiford Palmer Shares His Strategic Divorce AdviceListen as I engage in a discourse behind the mic with Raiford Palmer, an author, divorce lawyer, and the Managing Shareholder of STG Divorce Law. In this episode, Raiford Palmer shares insightful discussions about the legal implications when filing for a divorce. Raiford fills us in on the benefits of resolving divorces in a calm rather than combat fashion. He talks about his mission as a divorce lawyer to reduce the stress and anxiety during the process and making sure the people involved protect and preserve what matters to them.Discover Raiford Palmer at:...2021-08-2335 minConsulting Lifestyle#104 - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion with Ross MarshallIn this episode, I will be talking with Ross Marshall, co-creator of Diversity Equity Inclusion Partners. DEI Partners collaborate with organizations and create programs using analytics in a comprehensive approach that focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion in all lines of business. Listen as Ross narrates how he started out in the entertainment industry in the mid-90s and took a shift and transitioned to DEI. This episode delves on the following:- Belonging and intersectionality- The strategies DEI is taking to reach out to more networks- How the business continues...2021-08-1628 minConsulting Lifestyle#103 - HR Tech Consulting Success with Phil StrazzullaListen as I talk with Phil Strazzulla, entrepreneur and founder of Select Software Reviews.In this episode, Phil recalls investing at age twelve during the 90s technology boom. He enumerates important parts of his career story and answers questions about his human resource technology business. Phil defines having a consulting life as having a lot of freedom and learning and sharing that learning to make an impact on other people’s business. This podcast will shed light on his personal branding, technology, and the digital transformation in the last eighteen months.Get in...2021-08-0923 minConsulting Lifestyle#102 - How to Start a Digital Marketing Agency at 19In this 102nd episode, I will be talking with Aidan Sowa, owner and founder of Sowa Marketing Agency, a branding company specializing in luxury realtors. We’ll be focusing on how the company transitioned since the pandemic happened and how he started out in the business at a young age. You’ll get to know how self-awareness became an essential tool on how Aidan kick-started the marketing agency and found his first client. Get to know what he thinks about goal planning, pricing, company vision, influence, reinvesting, and consulting lifestyle.Get in touch with your host Diog...2021-08-0222 minConsulting Lifestyle#101 - Top 5 Influential Self-Help Books to Read on VacationIt’s vacation season once again! And in this episode, I will be talking about five books that I highly suggest for you to read. I believe that this set of books will help you gain new perspectives about life— the plans that you set out for yourself and the simplest, most important, things in life that people need to reflect on. I’ll be stating the important points of each book as we go through this episode: 1.The Top Five Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware – this book is written by a nurse in the intensiv...2021-07-2622 minConsulting Lifestyle#100 - 100th Episode: Thank You, Canada!Despite how some things have hindered me from publishing this and that it's already been long overdue, I am still grateful for this milestone - Consulting Lifestyle has reached its 100th episode! I am also thankful to my country for celebrating Canada Day two weeks ago. And because of that, my 100th episode will talk about the 5 Reasons Why It's Good to Do Consulting in Canada.I will go into detail regarding the following points:Positive organizational culture (Less hierarchy)Plenty of opportunities and room for growthCanada is a multi-lingual countryFlexible living/career options Conducive for b...2021-07-1925 minConsulting Lifestyle#099 - The 7 Deadly Sins Applied to ConsultingIn my 99th episode, I will be talking about the 7 Deadly Sins in the context of B2B Consulting. They are called deadly because these behaviors could potentially spur to other work-related vices. The purpose of this episode is not to offend anyone but to encourage self evaluation. I would also love to hear what you think about this episode.Get in touch with your host Diogène Ntirandekura at:Email: info@consultinglifestyle.fmEmail: info@erphappy.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diogenentirandekuraSupport the sh...2021-06-2820 minConsulting Lifestyle#098 - How to Start in a New Implementation ProjectIn this solo episode, I am sharing with you 10 useful tips on how to start a new ERP implementation project. Get in touch with your host Diogène Ntirandekura at:Email: info@consultinglifestyle.fmEmail: info@erphappy.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diogenentirandekuraSupport the showTo get in touch with Diogene Ntirandekura, the host of the show: Linkedin Profile community page for coaching Instagram profile 2021-06-2117 minConsulting Lifestyle#095 - How to Build a Personal Brand on LinkedIn with Alisa Ploco TOPICS COVERED:How Alisa started on LinkedIn?Why personal branding mattersHow LinkedIn changed in terms of organic reach?Importance of having a LinkedIn account for recruiters and job seekersOver-all online visibility for credibilityAlisa’s opinion on building a digital company cultureChoosing personal branding as a nicheWhat is influencing marketingTips on how to create and manage your personal brandRESOURCES: Alisa PlocoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisaploco-personal-branding-organic-marketing/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/alisaploco Webisite: https://www.yourbizmentor.com/about Get in touc...2021-05-311h 07Consulting Lifestyle#093 - How to Delegate in the New Normal with Tonya ThomasMy guest today is Tonya Thomas,Tonya is a Virtual Executive Assistant and the CEO of Team Delegate, LLC Topics covered with Tonya:How she came across a training program to be a virtual assistant The challenges of marketing an unconventional concept 20 years agoHow the industry evolved in both the business and virtual assistance side Different types of Virtual Assistance Communication and relational developments that happened How did she build a process for her businessHer vision of freedom and flexibility to be able to work when and where that you w...2021-05-1230 minConsulting Lifestyle#090 - How to Use Authenticity and Compassion to Build a Consulting Firm with Joe MaaloufMy guest today is Joe Maalouf.Joe Maalouf is a systems engineer and consulting firm founder. He co-founded Effiqual a bit over 3 decades ago. Joe is part of a family of poets.Poetry influences the way he sees consulting and the way he built his firm.The overall theme of the episode is "authenticity and compassion".Topics covered with Joe: Why did Joe create Effiqual?Why did he want to reduce the dependance on external consultantsWhy the Flawless Consulting model is great one for the cli...2021-04-1242 minConsulting Lifestyle#088 - How to Write a Mission Statement with Diogène NtirandekuraLink to the form about your mission statement: https://www.erphappy.com/missionstatement. In this episode, I explain to you how you could write a mission statement for your company.Whether you are a company of one or a big multinational, you fulfill a mission. This mission can be stated in many different ways and I am suggesting one that I think can fit most people and organizations.In the link above, your own mission statement.I also explain how we came up with our own mission statement at ERP Happy. 2021-04-0524 minConsulting Lifestyle#087 - How to Up Your Influence and Authority in B2B Sales with Josh ElledgeMy guest today is Josh Elledge, Josh is a serial entrepreneur, who did work in the Navy both as a journalist and as a Dee-Jay. You will learn how meeting one famous DJ from the Army inspired him to serve with authenticity. Josh has had several entrepreneurial ventures in different industries. Today, his company enables businesses to increase their sales through a partnership model. Josh's company, Up my influence, also runs a podcast called "The thoughtful entrepreneur".Topics covered with Josh: How the real life Ad...2021-03-2940 minConsulting Lifestyle#086 The Importance of Health and Wellness in the Consulting Industry with Dave WalkerOur guest today is Dave WalkerHe is an ex-Deloitte consultant and today he is a coach, storyteller and an author. During the interview, we approach the subject of health in all its aspects:mental, physical, and emotional. We will also talk about the "hotel snacking scene" that was a turning point into getting him to realize that he has to change his lifestyle. Topics covered with Dave: What made Dave change his life while he was at Deloitte CanadaDave's aversion to the "S-word"Dave's advice t...2021-03-221h 09Consulting Lifestyle#085 - How to Start Your Career in a Global Consulting Firm with Christine WongMy guest today is Christine Wong.She is a Workday Financials consultant at Accenture since a bit over 2 years. In this short amount of time, she managed to create a thriving Technology Consulting Community online and create a Youtube channel. We covered the following topics:How she started in the consulting industryWhat are her favorite aspects about doing consultingHow does she manage her consulting Facebook group?What is her desired career path in consultingWhat is special about working for a Global consulting firmHow has the pandemic affected her workHer podcast To get in...2021-03-1532 min
Consulting Lifestyle#083 - How to Build a Profitable Customer-Centric BusinessOur guest today is Ilenia Vidili.Ilenia Vidili helps organizations to become customer-centric.We talked about her previous career and how she became an independent consultant. You will discover the atypical way in which she started her consulting business.She also has a very unconventional opinion on how an organization has to become customer-centric. Topics covered with Ilenia:Why she started to travelHow she started her own consultancy Her vision of what being a customer-centric company really isher book "Journey to centricity"What does having a Consulting Lifestyle mean2021-03-0131 min
Consulting Lifestyle#082 - How to Build a Luxury Brand Strategy with Ingrid RogierOur guest today is Ingrid Rogier. Ingrid is a professional and a student at the same time, and she’s passionate about the luxury industry.Most of her professional career has been more within the financial industry, and now she’s moving towards the luxury industry and she has already started to provide services to business people, active in the battery industry.I wanted to showcase and highlight, which don’t have the longer as a young entrepreneur, and we are very good things about both the luxury industry and our vision of what luxury is. Ho...2021-02-2529 minConsulting Lifestyle#079 Introduction to Season 2!Welcome to the Season 2 of the podcast.In this episode, I outline the following:Who is the target audience of the podcastWhether there will still be interviews How often episodes will be releasedIntroduction to the first interview of the seasonSpecial announcementGet in touch with your host Diogène Ntirandekura at:Email: info@consultinglifestyle.fmEmail: info@erphappy.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diogenentirandekuraSupport the show (http://patreon.com/diogene)Support the show (http://patreon.com/diogene)Support the showTo ge...2021-02-1107 minConsulting LifestyleMy Life Plan: The 6 Areas in Which I Set Goals for 2021This is the last episode of the year 2020, as well as the last of Season 1.I would like to thank all the listeners of the podcast, I greatly appreciate your support. This episode is to be listened in 3 parts: I share 2020 achievements on the podcastI share with you the 6 areas in which I build my life planI share my plans for 2021 on the podcast (there will be a break!)There are 6 areas in which I build my life plan:lovefamily and close friendsphysical healthmental healthbusinessfinancesThese are the ma...2020-12-3034 minConsulting Lifestyle#073 - How to have a strong business and a stronger marriage with Cory and Jojo RankinCory and Jojo Rankin are a married couple who coach entrepreneurs on how to keep their family strong so that their business is stronger. 2020 has been a challenging year for many families around the world. The boundary between work and private life is now more blurry than ever. This is why I am happy to approach the subject of family and business on the podcast, during this end of the year period. With Cory and Jojo, we have covered the following topics:How they started coaching entrepreneursHow to set boundaries betw...2020-12-2851 minConsulting Lifestyle#072 - How to get referrals without asking with Stacey Brown RandallStacey is an entrepreneur, author, and podcaster who is part of the “business failure” club. She first delved into HR consulting and then in productivity and business coaching.When she noticed that people were asking her how she managed to be so successful with referrals, she started to teach people how to get referrals without asking.Topics covered:How Stacey become part of the business failure clubWhy asking for a referral is against human psychologyThe real definition of a referralWhy you need a referral plan as part of your sales strategyStacey’s business modelHo...2020-12-2136 minConsulting Lifestyle#071 - Her desire for freedom led her to buy furniture businesses and become an author with Jan CavelleJan Cavelle is a serial entrepreneur based in the UK.She has had a furniture business and now coach other entrepreneursShe has been part of the 50 women entrepreneursTopics covered: How she purchased a furniture business without having the fundsHow much prejudice she faced being a woman owning a manufacturing businessThe awards she won for entrepreneurship and salesWhy she coaches other entrepreneursHer passion for writingWhy sale is a recession-prooferResources:www.jancavelle.co.ukGet in touch with your host Diogène Ntirandekura at:Email: inf...2020-12-1437 minConsulting Lifestyle#070 - How to achieve win-win selling in all industries with Doug BrownDoug Brown has been a salesman pretty much all his life. He started to sell at six-years-old with his father. For more than two decades, he has helped companies expand their sales revenue across all industries. He managed to make at least multiple 6-figures every year and in some years seven figures. The topics covered: How early-stage salespeople could startWhy being “too smart” in sales a trapDoug Brown’s business modelHis book “win-win selling” The one thing in which sales objections are rooted.How to be “referable” to get referralsHow the pandemic impacts his business and li...2020-12-0746 minConsulting Lifestyle#069 - How to achieve success in the IT recruitment industry with Dean AndersonDean Anderson is the VP of sales at EDI Staffing. He has more than 20 years of experience in the IT recruitment industry and in the company. The company has both an impressive retention rate as well as an ability to adapt to the changes that happened in the economy in the last two decades. We will of course talk as well about how his own lifestyle matches what he does for EDI staffing.We covered the following topics:How Dean and the company coped with the Y2K (just before 2000), 2008 cri...2020-11-3041 minConsulting Lifestyle#068 - A deep conversation about Agile, how humans learn and Cynefin with Christopher BramleyChristopher Bramley, our guest today, offers 3 types of services:Agile and lean frameworksCynefinHow humans learn and engageIn this interview, we covered the following topics:The importance of storytelling to learnWaterfall vs agile debateHow to really become a learning organizationHow adults learnThe certainty of uncertaintyRemote Agility FrameworkThe concept of “homology”Resources:www.involvemetraining.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherbramley/Youtube channel: The gentle iconoclast - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcmEMZ1cO1N0Foo3qgVFF2wwww.chri...2020-11-2342 minConsulting Lifestyle#067 - Why working with energy consultants save money in your business with Dominique FutrellIn today's episode, you will learn more about the energy market and how Dominique Futrell decided to take charge of his own future in order to improve his family's standing and to become an independent consultant.In this episode, you will learn:Dominique’s career storyUnregulated energy industry The importance of looking at your business’ energy billThe solar energy opportunitiesThe importance of being of service to peopleThanks for tuning in, and see you in the next episode!Resources:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominiquefutrell/Get...2020-11-1626 minConsulting Lifestyle#066 - How an entrepreneur from the Philippines gains more freedom through leverage with Joann AquinoOur guest, Joann Aquino is a businesswoman based in the Philippines. She has a consulting business that caters to brick and mortar activities, such as construction, engineering and architectural services.In this episode, you will learn:Her switch from being an employee to entrepreneurshipWhy leverage other people skills brings Joann more freedomBusiness model of JFAQ EnterprisesPandemic : Why she took care of her contractorsHer own lifestyle Thanks for tuning in, and see you in the next episode!Resources:Resource: www.jfaqenterprise.comEmail: support@jfaqenterprise.com2020-11-0925 minConsulting Lifestyle#065 - Why you can succeed in business with a 90-day marketing plan with Cody ButlerWe are joined today by Cody Butler. He is a marketing specialist, and an entrepreneur, and the author of the book, "The 90 Day Marketing Plan". Today, you’re in for an unexpected and very insightful episode. In this episode, you will learn:Why the law of attraction did not work for his first businessHow Cody got his first marketing job by reading “SEO for Dummies”Why he leverages other people skills to run his business How to make change your friendHis book - the 90-days marketing planWhy there is no competition in consultingThanks...2020-11-0234 minConsulting Lifestyle#064 - The Importance of having a purpose-driven business model with Christopher ThomsonIn this episode, we are joined by Christopher Thomson, one of the co-founders of Student Works. In this episode, you will learn:What a purpose-driven business model isFixed and growth mindsetCore skills young people need to haveWorking with your spouseCoping with the pandemicChristopher's podcast, "Leaders of Tomorrow" podcastThanks for tuning in, and see you in the next episode!Resources:www.studentworks.comwww.studentworks.com/consultingGet in touch with your host Diogène Ntirandekura at:Email: info@consultinglifestyle.fmEm...2020-10-2637 minConsulting Lifestyle#063 - How to start on a consulting projectIn this episode, I will be talking about the 4th part of the consulting fundamental series: What you need to pay attention to when you start a consulting projectI will also help you understand the 3 aspects of starting a project the right way:the clientthe projectproblem to be solved and solution to be offeredIn case you missed it, you can catch up on parts 1-3 in these previous episodes!50 - What is a consultant?51 - What consulting services you can provide?52 - What triggers a consulting project?...2020-10-1917 minConsulting Lifestyle#062 - Thanksgiving: 5 Things I am grateful forIn this special episode, I’m going to focus on thanksgiving and I celebrate the “harvest” that I have made in the podcast during the year. I will give you 5 things I am grateful for, and I would encourage you to do the same!Those 5 things are:My podcast – already 62 episodes live, started in January 2020My revenue earned so far in 2020My higher propension to take risksMy marriage and my familyThe new skills I learned in 2020As I was doing it, I felt that it would BE a good idea to have you let me know as...2020-10-1212 minConsulting Lifestyle#061 - 5 Mindset mistakes that consultants make on projectsIn this solocast, I’m going to talk about the 5 mindset mistakes a consultant can make on a project and how to avoid them.This episode is a bit of a follow up from Episode 59 in which I was talking about how your ego can hurt you on a consulting project as a project leader. We’re going to dive in the perspective of a consultantYou will learn these 5 mindset mistakes:1. The “know-it-all” consultant2. The “I am not a trainer” consultant3. The “it’s the client’s fault” consultant4. The “I have X years...2020-10-0517 minConsulting Lifestyle#60: Why processes bring freedom to your business with Zsófia BányaiToday, we are joined by Zsófia Bányai of Myprocesses. She helps busy entrepreneurs automate and outsource their time-consuming tasks without sacrificing their profit.Zsófia has degrees in both History and in Finance, plus corporate-worldExperience which enables her to look at business problems in a different light.She has a strong belief that entrepreneurs should not be the employees of their company.In this episode, you will learn:Her career story’s unusual beginningsHer shift from working corporate to starting her own businessHer 3-step approach to helping clients implement a 4 hour...2020-09-2823 minConsulting Lifestyle#059 - 7 ways your ego can hurt consulting projectsIn this solocast, I am detailing 7 ways in which project leaders may unknowingly hurt projects because of their ego. And to detail those 7 ways, I'm going to take the viewpoint of a project leader, or someone that has responsibilities that would impact a project.I have seen this in many countries, from men and women and people from all generations, ego discriminates no one. Tune in now to find out if you are unknowingly hurting your project and team, and learn how to address it early on!Get in touch with your host Diogene Ntirandekura...2020-09-2116 min
Consulting Lifestyle#057 - How a massive abundance mindset helps you create the life you desire with Christopher StaffordChristopher Stafford is an ex-accountant at PWC for over 10 years and then became a business owner as a real estate listing agent.He has written two books and is now living an essentially location-free lifestyle. In this episode, you will learn:How Chris started in the real estate industryWhy Chris kept setting crazy goals for himselfHow Chris started coaching real estate agentsWhat is Chris’ typical work weekHow Chris takes 12 weeks a year off per yearResources:To get a free copy of his book “Massive Abundance”www.theagentunleashed.com 2020-09-0725 minConsulting LifestyleHow Salesflare CRM acquired 2000+ clients in 6 years with Jeroen CorthoutJeroen Corthout is Co-founder of SalesFlare. Sales Flare is a Belgian B2B SaaS company created in 2014 that sells its own sales CRM tool. The company has grown in 6 years with about 2000+ companies using it. We will be talking more about SAAS than consulting in this episode.In this episode, you will learnHow Jeroen Acquiring clientsHow many setups Jeroen made for himselfHow is the Sales Flare handle the pandemic situation How Jeroen would position his business in the industry How Jeroen know what to choose between B2B or B2C2020-08-3137 min
Consulting Lifestyle#055 From living a corner office life to embrace the Consulting Lifestyle with Veronica SagustumeVeronica Sagastume is today a content marketing strategist for accountants. 10 years ago, a life-changing event led her to start her own consulting business. During this decade, she made a few pivots from starting as a CFO consultant to being the content marketing strategist she is today. During our discussion, we went deep into her mind to see what led her to make those business decisions and those career moves.There is no doubt that you will recognize yourself into her story. In this episode you will learn:why she decided to le...2020-08-2743 min
Consulting Lifestyle#054 - How to empower startup entrepreneurs with Bruner NoziereBruner Nozière is a coach, speaker, and entrepreneur. He lectures at international forums in Canada and Africa on the startup ecosystem and financial emerging technologies such as blockchain. He set up an incubation entrepreneurship program for young people within Groupe3737.In this episode, you will learn:the 3 biggest challenges faced by startupshow Bruner helps co-founders cope with not being profitable at the startup stageone of Bruner's entrepreneurs' success storyhow the pandemic affected Bruner's businessResources:www.bruner.cawww.netdollar.caSupport the showTo get in t...2020-08-2444 min
Consulting Lifestyle#053 - How to master the craft of consulting with Deb ZahnConsulting is more than just a profession, it's a craft and we will learn it big time with Deb Zahn today.She has a wealth of experience acquired mainly within the healthcare industry and became herself a solo consultant. She articulates the a lot ofIn this episode, you will learn: how to reduce the risk associated to launching your businesswhy she started her own podcast how she productize some of her servicesthe difference between an elevator pitch and a value statementhow she acquires her clientshow she classifies her prospectsResource: https://www...2020-08-1737 minConsulting Lifestyle#052 - Consulting Fundamentals #3: What does trigger a consulting project ?This the 3rd part of the 10-episodes serie "Consulting Fundamentals".In this episode, I detail 6 consulting project triggers. They are as follows:Merger and acquisitionsGrowth of a small medium businessLegal and compliance requirements Old information technology infrastructureUpgrade of an existing CRM or ERPBusiness efficiency#consultinglifestyle #consulting #podcast #triggers #consultingproject #projectsSupport the showTo get in touch with Diogene Ntirandekura, the host of the show: Linkedin Profile community page for coaching Instagram profile 2020-08-1022 minConsulting Lifestyle#051 - Consulting Fundamentals #2 : What can you provide consulting services on ?Hello! This is the episode #51, and the #2 episode of the consulting fundamentals serie.In this episode, I provide you with 4 angles by which you can decide which consulting services you can provide to your clients.Business function IndustryTechnologySoft skillsI detail each of them in the episode.If you like it, leave a review on Apple, Spotify or StitcherYou can also send an e-mail to info@consultinglifestyle.fmor send me a DM on my personal linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diogenentirandekuraSupport the sh...2020-08-0719 minConsulting Lifestyle#050 - Consulting Fundamentals #1 : What is a consultant?Thanks for listening to episode #50 of the consulting lifestyle podcast show. You can get in touch with the host Diogène Ntirandekura on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diogenentirandekura/ or on the website: https://consultinglifestyle.fm--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, I explain what is a B2B consultant in 4 aspects:definition of a consultantwhy customers call upon consultant's serviceswhat the consultant is notdo you need a degree to be a B2B consultantSupport the showTo get in touch with Diogene Ntirandekura, the host of the show:2020-07-3019 minConsulting Lifestyle#049 Four reasons why it is great to start an IT consulting careerWelcome to the Consulting Lifestyle podcast showhosted by Diogène Ntirandekura.To get in touch with me: info@consultinglifestyle.fm or my Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diogenentirandekurato listen to the episode on our website: https://consultinglifestyle.fm/49----------------------------------------------In this episode, I explain 4 reasons why you can start an IT consulting career.I talk about how I randomly started in consulting at the start.I make an announcement at the end of the episode!Let me know what you think about i...2020-07-2331 minConsulting Lifestyle#048 - How to price your expertise as a consultant with Paul KleinMy guest today is Paul Klein.Paul is a B2B consultant, Saas business owner and podcaster but first of all he is a master at pricing!We talked about those 3 aspects about those 3 aspects but his special expertise is in pricing.We will learn about:what type of mindset you need to have to succeedhow, as a consultant, you should price your services? A success story from one of Paul's clients how Paul came up with his Saas business ideahow he started in podcastingResources:www.pa...2020-07-1634 min
Consulting Lifestyle#047 - How to control chaos and be extremely productive in your business with Chaya GutnickChaya Gutnick is a business owner and PhD student who helps her clients to optimize their operational efficiency.She is extremely effective and brings a whole new meaning to multitasking as you will hear during our conversationIn this episode, you will learn: her business storyhow she helps her clients be more effectivewhy she reads six books a week how many softwares she has tested so far why productivity tips must be tailoredResources:https://www.facebook.com/groups/systemsandautomationforbusinessgrowthhttp://www.controlmychaos.com/#consultinglifestyle #podcast #effectiveness #chaos #con...2020-07-0625 min
Consulting Lifestyle#046 - Should consultants take a stand against inequality and injustice with Michael Zipursky, Ravi Toor and Dwight BestThis is a crucial but necessary conversation to have in these special times.Georges Floyd was murdered on the 25th of May 2020. The next day, there were protests in the United States and then all over the world.We have seen companies using hashtags and starting special initiatives.But what should a consultant, a solopreneur, a small business owner do? And how should she/he do it? This is the topic of the wonderful panel I have had with Ravi Toor, Dwight Best and Michael Zipursky. 2020-07-021h 03Consulting Lifestyle#045 - How Vitamin C Blog is informing, connecting and empowering their audience with Kayci Scaggs and Catharine NixonVitamin C Blog has been co-founded by Kayci Scaggs and Catharine Nixon about a year ago. They want to share information about healthcare in a fun and relatable way. They bridge the gap between the way healthcare information is provided and how it is perceived by the population and organizations. Kayci and Catharine form a complementary team given that one is a marketer and other is a registered nurse. In this episode, we will learn:why Catharine and Kayci decided to create Vitamin C bloghow they pivoted during Covid-19how tele-health help...2020-06-2931 minConsulting Lifestyle#044 - Bonus Episode: The importance of standing up for yourself or your businessIn this short solocast, I express my opinion on the importance of standing up yourself. At the 6:35 mark, I read out a sermon pronounced by Martin Luther King back in 1967.His sermon is still so valid today in 2020. Stay tuned because at least 2 other episodes will be released in the coming weeks on the subject of standing up for yourself in light of the recent events in the USA and all over the world. #consultinglifestyle #podcast #solocast #martinlutherking #standup #missionstatement-------------------------------------Contact details:To leave a comment...2020-06-2510 minConsulting Lifestyle#043 - How to unlock your career potential through Focus Inspired with Luki DanukarjantoHOW TO UNLOCK YOUR CAREER POTENTIAL THROUGH FOCUS INSPIREDMy guest today is a DJ for personal development! Luki Danukarjanto is an ex-management consultant which has turned career coach. He founded Focus Inspired and has a passion for people,In the space of 5 years, Luki wrote a book, created a podcast, has a Youtube channel and an app named "Career Buddy" available both on android and iOSIn this episode, you'll learn about:his 5-2-2-1 Journalwhy he turned down the opportunity to become partner in a Big 4 consultancyhow he...2020-06-2253 minConsulting Lifestyle#042 - How to build Consulting Success while travelling the world with Michael ZipurskyMichael Zipursky is the co-founder of Consulting Success, an organization that has helped 400+ consultants around the world to add 6 or 7 figures to their annual revenue.Consulting Success is also a podcast focused on sharing stories and strategies of B2B consultants. This show inspired me to start mine, therefore I was happy and humbled to have their host as my guest today. We will learn the following:how Michael started in entrepreneurship and consultinghow to run your business while travellingthe importance of providing value constantly the difference between a solopreneur and an...2020-06-1540 minConsulting Lifestyle041# - Why cold calling is still an effective sales strategy with Jeremy ChenWHY COLD CALLING IS STILL AN EFFECTIVE SALES STRATEGY with Jeremy ChenJeremy Chen is the owner of Answerfone, a start-up that provides virtual receptionist and virtual assistance services to companies. Jeremy is a young entrepreneur from Winnipeg, Canada who has quickly discovered that he had exceptional skills with regards to talking with a prospective or current client on the phone. In this episode, we will learn about:how he decided to launch his own businessthe principles of effective cold calling why Jeremy pivoted his business in September 2019 how he m...2020-06-0945 min
Consulting Lifestyle#040 How to sell 1.5B$ in real estate while using Gary Vee's content model with Jas TakharHOW TO SELL 1.5B$ IN REAL ESTATE WHILE USING GARY VEE's CONTENT MODELJas Takhar is a natural born salesman and entrepreneur. He made 1.5 billions worth of deals in his real estate career.He has co-founded REC, which is a real estate agency based in Toronto. Jas uses the Gary Vee's content model to repurpose the content that he creates and that leads to him producting about 20 pieces of content every day.In this episode, you will learn:how Jas started in saleswhy he uses Gary Vee's content modelhow Ja...2020-06-0144 min
Consulting Lifestyle#039 - How to increase and showcase your value to reach peak performance with Alan LazarosConsulting Lifestyle episode #39 - INCREASE VALUE AND REACH PEAK PERFORMANCEAlan Lazaros is a peak performance coach, entrepreneur and podcaster. He is a proven track record of helping individuals and companies increase their value. He lives his life by two of the "5 regrets of the dying" mentioned by Bronnie Ware.There are many more principles that he applies in his business that you as a consultant can be inspired by to become a peak performer.In this episode, you will learn: his life story and near-death experiencewhy he...2020-05-2538 min
Consulting Lifestyle#38 - How change management leads to project success with Ruth FernandezRuth Fernandez is an arts and journalism who ended up having more than 2 decades of a global consulting career. Her passion for gaining and sharing knowledge led her to a successful career as a change management leader in many big SAP implementations around the world.She also fosters social collaborative behaviors in company.She is a change agent in the STEM fields, where she advocates for having more women involved in those industries. In this episode, we talk about: Ruth's career story change management in SAP projectscommunity building and social collaborative beha...2020-05-1847 min
Consulting Lifestyle#037 - How to buy businesses and be a franchise broker with Michael I ReederMichael I Reeder owns two businesses: an accounting & tax company called Swartz & Reeder as well as a business franchise brokerage called BizFranHub. Michael took only 5 years to grew from college graduate into a shrewd entrepreneur.His companies are based in the greater Chicago area and serve companies nationwide. In this episode, we will talk about:how mentorship helped Michael to progress so fasthow to grow your business through acquisitions how to negotiate "seller financed deals"how Michael started in the franchise industryhow Michael practices self-careResources:https://www.swartzreeder.com/2020-05-1154 min
Consulting Lifestyle#036 - How to reboot your consulting career or business after a crisis with Jacqueline GrantJacqueline Grant is the owner of the Management Academy and the Women in Consulting Summit. She started her entrepreneurial journey in 2005 after having been laid off from her marketing leadership role.She managed to succesfully reinvent herself and build a business. She also launches 2 podcasts in May 2020.In this episode, you will learn:how to reinvent yourself how to deploy more of your gifts and abilities the Women in Consulting summit (several dates coming soon!)how Jacqueline started the management academyhow to do effective networkingResources:Free...2020-05-0454 min
Consulting Lifestyle#035 - How to use Jazz Yoga, consulting and speaking to realize your dreams with Jasmine GerckeJasmine Gercke is a woman who always strived to realize her dreams. She first came to Canada from England in 2001, 2 weeks after 9/11. She started in finance & B2B consulting at Ernst&Young, to then become a yoga teacher and open up her own yoga school on 10/10/2010.She had a regular TV Show on the MaTV channel (based in Montreal).In this episode you'll learn:what led her to open up a yoga schoolhow she developed a Jazz Yoga method on MAtv channel show (2016-17)her current dream of not having children starving in...2020-04-2751 minConsulting Lifestyle002 - What do B2B consultants actually do? with Peter Bjellerup#002 - What do B2B consultants actually do? with Peter BjellerupPeter Bjellerup is a Sweden-based executive consultant with three decades of experience in the business consulting industry.Having worked for about 15 years at IBM, Peter brings to us his fascinating perspective about what B2B consultants actually do for their clients. Peter has founded Brightsider, a consulting company active in helping organisations and their employees improve and succeed through: leadership development,performance managementemployee engagement Having a Consulting Lifestyle means “being at home at the edge of your comfo...2020-01-0836 min
Consulting Lifestyle001 - Welcome to the Consulting Lifestyle Podcast!#001 - In this episode, your host, Diogène Ntirandekura, shares his personal story and why he has decided to start a podcast on business management and information technology consulting. You will learn about his personal background and how he got to start a career in consulting.You will learn the following: access to higher education in Belgium competitiveness of the consulting industrythe importance of having a mentor in your careerwhat I love in B2B IT consultingmy 2 big reasons for starting the Consulting Lifestyle podcastResources:www.consultinglifestyle.fmli...2020-01-0815 min