For small consulting firms, renewal season often feels routine. If you have a contract nearing expiration for a client with a stable, longstanding relationship with your firm, the natural instinct is to continue. However, renewals should never be automatic. Too many firms default to preserving established relationships without rigorously evaluating whether they’re still financially healthy. […]
Departmental collaboration is critical to successful cross-functional projects. It results in greater efficiency, higher-quality work, and better project outcomes by leveraging diverse expertise. Effective cross-departmental collaboration also leads to benefits like greater innovation, a shared sense of ownership and alignment, and increased employee engagement. In professional services firms, these results often translate to happier clients. […]
The vast majority of project managers say the project management maturity level of their department is either neutral or less than satisfying. When it comes to the maturity level of their entire organization, 63% of respondents felt somewhat dissatisfied, very dissatisfied, or neutral. Project management comes with its own set of challenges that only become […]
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is becoming a necessity rather than a nice-to-have program as more consumers and workers choose companies based on ethical business practices. According to a survey by Cone Communications, three-quarters of Millennials would take a pay cut to work for a responsible company. Additionally, research from Aflac found that 77% of consumers […]
Before the pandemic, only one in four law firms allowed lawyers to work remotely. Fast-forward to 2023, and only 22% of law firm leaders and 7% of associates and support staff have returned to firm offices full-time. With remote, hybrid, and split work models flourishing, law firm leaders are experiencing new challenges when it comes […]
The transition to remote and hybrid work environments (in addition to on-site) makes open communication more critical than ever. Many managers struggle with the change to online communication. Fortunately, companies that support telecommuting have learned how to manage communication effectively with remote teams. Here are a few tips. Set Communication Expectations Remote & hybrid employees […]
In 2021, the team collaboration software market was $21 billion, according to Grand View Research, and should grow at a rate of 9.5 percent over the next decade. With so many offerings available, it may be hard to find the right platform for your company. Keep reading to learn more about the leading platforms. What […]
The style of communication used by a business, whether formal or informal, is determined by company culture. The shared values, attitudes, and actions of a company and its employees define company culture. The culture affects the way team members interact with customers and with each other. It also determines how decisions are made and communicated. […]
James Humes, a speechwriter for five U.S. Presidents, once described the art of communication as “the language of leadership.” In the workplace, use language to build an environment of transparency that makes every team member feel informed about the business and understand how company decisions will affect their role. Transparent communication builds trust, and studies […]