NZ Entrepreneur

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Who: Magnify Consulting What: Sales strategy, CRM, outsourced, tradeshows NZ HQ: Wellington Who do you work with and what key challenges do you help them solve? Sales strategy + sales process Get set up for sales success. As such this Q&A feature was completed and sponsored by the team at Magnify Consulting.

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JULY 13, 2010

It was difficult to make the transition to a “top down&# thinker but as a senior executive – and as an entrepreneur – you’re far less effective without this skill in your arsenal. Post MBA I went into strategy consulting where my job was to problem solve for clients. Often I had a very limited time.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

Engineering consulting might be for you. Here’s a look at why engineers branch out into consulting, the best ways to get started and how to ensure success. The pros (and a few cons) of consulting. Engineers who choose consulting say they like the autonomy and the chance to feel ownership in their projects. Success tips.

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Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 31, 2011

One of the most common questions that entrepreneurs who meet me for the first time like to ask is, “Do you miss being an entrepreneur? I thought I’d talk a bit about the differences I’ve experienced between being an entrepreneur & a VC – you know, from “both sides of the table.&#. On Being an Entrepreneur.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

And while entrepreneurs tend to be more inclined to embrace change than most people, that doesn’t mean it’s always easy for us. As the business grew, I outsourced tasks I disliked or weren’t in my zone of genius, such as accounting and marketing, to external consultants. In fact, most of the time, it’s scary!

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 7, 2022

With more than 20 years in the M&A industry, Scott is a recognized leader in the field, providing exit strategies, sell- and buy-side transitions, along with valuation services in the lower middle market. . Research shows entrepreneurs really do think of their business as a child. As it turns out, that’s not just a metaphor.

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American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 3, 2024

A small business consultant brings a range of benefits that help a business grow A small business owner often thinks long and hard about who to bring into their business to further its growth. Having not previously used a consultant, they hesitate to pay a consultant’s high hourly rate.

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Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 28, 2010

Anyway, I spent the first part of my career consulting for large companies. Accenture always had a chip on it’s shoulder in strategy consulting – especially compared with McKinsey, BCG and Bain. We called it “integrated strategy.&# I actually think from a marketing perspective it could have been brilliant.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 14, 2010

Here’s how I learned my lesson: I started my life as a consultant. Fortunately I was mostly a technology consultant, which meant that I coded computers, designed databases and planned system integration projects. But for my sins I got an MBA and did “strategy&# consulting. Numbers are important.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 5, 2020

Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) is proud to support International Women’s Day (IWD), which celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political contributions of women. As consultants, we spend a great deal of time designing business plans, hiring and training programs, and brands with our clients.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

OCTOBER 21, 2021

With the challenges presented to entrepreneurs and their businesses during the pandemic, it is crucial, now more than ever, to utilize this time as a moment of professional growth and self-reflection on the branding and marketing efforts of businesses. Rebranding and expanding your target audience with a social business expert from Brazil.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 29, 2021

Entrepreneurs are uniquely positioned to lead impactful businesses and build a sustainable future for our world, but how exactly do you start? EO Impact Day , a quarterly event series, aims to answer that question by presenting experts and providing the tools entrepreneurs need to start making the world a better place. . “

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

We asked Dr. Tsipursky to explain how normalcy bias and other cognitive biases impact entrepreneurs in determining return-to-office scenarios. To overcome cognitive biases and cease denying reality, it’s critical to acknowledge faulty thinking strategies and rely on research-based best practices to ensure a successful return to the office.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

As an entrepreneur running a business, you must overcome the fear of growing your brand online. To inspire hesitant entrepreneurs to action, I’ll share a few trade secrets to help you break down this barrier and overcome your fear of being seen and heard. Choose strategies and platforms wisely. Can you relate? Focus is the key.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 19, 2024

Yet, as most seasoned entrepreneurs will attest, the reality is far more complex and challenging, particularly when you decide to bootstrap your business. Instead, it began with 15 years of hands-on learning in capital markets, working closely with entrepreneurs, investors, and bankers. The early years were grueling.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

I told people privately my perfect spec: computer science undergrad from MIT (or any other great school), 2-years at McKinsey but no more than that (I love the analytical framework that the top strategy consulting firms provide. My first job after college was as a developer at Andersen Consulting. What about strategy?

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Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 18, 2014

Of course I’ve talked about wanting to get to know entrepreneurs over long periods of time ( lines, not dots ) – my most referred to post. I seek out great entrepreneurs. I look for passionate entrepreneurs who have a love for the industry they’re serving. I wrote here about why I avoid party rounds.

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MARCH 6, 2010

I get paid (well) for interesting people to come in and tell me how they want to change the world – Being an entrepreneur is like having blinders on. At least for the best entrepreneurs. Some people do the conference circuit too much, get involved in lots of side projects and attend every entrepreneur dinner. I love it.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

And while there’s a long way to go in terms of workplace equality, women entrepreneurs are making their mark on their industries and communities now more than ever. These 20 women entrepreneurs are the ones who are leading the charge—and we think you’ll be inspired by their tremendous impact: Reshma Saujani / Girls Who Code.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 5, 2024

These insights from top entrepreneurs benefit EO members plus the entire entrepreneurial ecosystem. Set Goals Like Google: Why OKRs Surpass Other Goal-Setting Methods for Entrepreneurs Eric Crews (EO Boston), founder and CEO of management consulting firm Crews & co., I’ve set many goals in 30+ years as an entrepreneur.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 16, 2021

The Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) exists to help entrepreneurs achieve their full potential. In a recent Forum Confidential session, EO Accelerator member “Dan” (not his real name) presented his business challenge to a group of experienced entrepreneurs in search of helpful, real-world tips and best practices.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO)’s purpose is to help entrepreneurs achieve their full potential by enabling life-enhancing connections, designing shared experiences and providing collaborative learning. EO aims to amplify the positive through its sustainability strategy.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 14, 2022

As a business consultant, I saw senior leaders shift their teams to fully remote work when, prior to the pandemic, they only allowed flexible schedules on an individually earned basis. Leaders displayed tremendous adaptability during the pandemic—an outcome my consulting company’s been pushing for years.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Let’s say that your ideal clients are CEOs of mid-market companies that need your consulting services. CEOs may resonate with a higher-end content strategy such as white papers, books, or even a branded podcast. Contributed to EO by Steve Ferman, an EO New Jersey member, serial entrepreneur, and founder of 4 Pillar Coach.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 2, 2023

Given that data, when I consult for organizations on determining hybrid employee work arrangements, a primary consideration involves minimizing staff commuting time. He serves as the CEO of the boutique future-of-work consultancy Disaster Avoidance Experts. A proud Ukrainian American, Dr. Gleb lives in Columbus, Ohio.

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Startup Blogpost

JULY 14, 2023

8 Retirement Planning Strategies for Entrepreneurs and Self-employed Individuals In the complex world of retirement planning, entrepreneurs and self-employed individuals face unique challenges. In retirement, entrepreneurs can receive distributions from the insurance company as a source of retirement income.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 25, 2021

Kent Gregoire is an Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) member and founder of Symphony Advantage, which helps CEOs achieve ongoing success through strategic thinking, advice and planning. Kent recently became the seventh certified Conscious Capitalism consultant globally. Contributed to EO by Kent Gregoire.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 25, 2010

I believe that it is part of the DNA of an entrepreneur – being so competitive that you’re practically sick when you lose. Entrepreneurs are neurotic about it. Were their consultants? They hired a consultant to help them with the review. In the corporate world this strategy is flawed. I hate losing.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 7, 2024

Moreover, discussions between companies and investors now include WFH policies, employee engagement strategies, and related topics. He serves as the CEO of the future-of-work consultancy Disaster Avoidance Experts. For more insights and inspiration from today’s leading entrepreneurs, check out EO on Inc.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2010

I believe that it is part of the DNA of an entrepreneur – being so competitive that you’re practically sick when you lose. Entrepreneurs are neurotic about it. Were their consultants? They hired a consultant to help them with the review. In the corporate world this strategy is flawed. I hate losing.

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Both Sides of the Table

JULY 13, 2013

My mom was an entrepreneur – she was kind of my inspiration for entrepreneurship. You know, the weird thing, Derek, and I should probably let you speak some time, but I was deeply technical when I went into Andersen consulting, and I got paid much less than engineers who graduated, because I had a degree in economics.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

If nothing else, the 2020 pandemic has shown everybody—particularly business owners and entrepreneurs—the value of being prepared and ready to pivot. We asked members of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization what they would have done differently knowing what they know now. . Andrea Grisdale, founder and CEO at IC Bellagio.

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Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The 15 Best Strategies for Developing New Business in a Crowded Market In the quest to uncover effective strategies for developing new businesses in a crowded market, we turned to fifteen Founders and CEOs for their tried-and-true tactics. By analyzing the feedback and sign-ups, you can gauge the demand for your product.

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This is going to be BIG.

OCTOBER 12, 2011

Does that make it a viable strategy for every new entrepreneur? Did you analyze the market and see an opening as if this was a management consulting exercise or are you passionate about it based on some impactful life experience? Call it simplistic and naive, but being who you are, in my book, is always a winning strategy.

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Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 29, 2012

But my take: Gaikai had superior technology & a superior business strategy. He talked in the video about how he finds it helpful in companies to think about practical theory and frameworks for thinking about company strategy. 12:00 It seems like there’s a shift in the VC world to more ex-entrepreneurs.

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MARCH 20, 2020

In times of crisis, entrepreneurs step up to take the lead on creating groundbreaking pathways toward renewal. We asked three EO members what strategies they are implementing at work and in their personal lives as COVID-19 continues to spread. He is an EO South Florida member.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 27, 2024

My clients find that an AI-driven strategy not only matches but often exceeds traditional levels of innovation, catalyzing fresh, groundbreaking ideas and fostering an environment where creativity thrives, unbound by the constraints of physical collaboration. and more articles from the EO blog.

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