Best SAWOO Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 81 - From Dialogue to Action: Transforming the Consulting Industry through Diversity and Inclusion - with Devyani Gupta 1:03:36

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In the quest for inclusion, actions speak louder than words. Learn how we can all lead by example. In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Devyani Gupta, a seasoned Director at PwC, who brings more than 17 years of experience in driving major transformation programs and is committed to embedding change in the industry through innovative…

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Ep. 80 - AI and the Future of Consulting: How Accso Leverages Technology to Stay Ahead of the Pack - with Harald Haller 1:04:45

11d ago1:04:45

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It's undeniable: AI is reshaping business as we know it. So how do you stay ahead? By leveraging the latest in technology and innovation, says Harald Haller, Partner at Accso - Accelerated Solutions GmbH, a front-runner in integrating AI into consulting services. In this episode, Harald reveals how Accso utilizes AI, data analytics, and cloud compu…

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Ep. 79 - For the Good of the People: The Virtues of Public Sector Consulting - with Andy Lethbridge 1:09:36

16d ago1:09:36

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From pandemics to border control, cyber attacks to child protection, there's never a dull moment at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, one of the world's most advanced consultancies in the public sector space. In this episode, we're joined by the company's Global Head of Consulting Andy Lethbridge to explore what it's like to be a public sector cons…

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Ep 78 - AI in Action: How rpc Has Been Leveraging AI in Projects Since 2016 1:09:18

1M ago1:09:18

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Wondering how you can successfully implement AI into your consulting services? Dive into this episode to learn how The Retail Performance Company (a joint venture between BMW Group and H&Z Management Consulting) has been doing precisely that for the past 7–8 years. In this episode, rpc Founding Partner Christoph Kunz brings his extensive experience…

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Ep 77 - Consulting Meets Technology: Caroline Monfrais’ Purpose-led Transformation Journey as New Head of Wipro Consulting in Europe 1:03:57

2M ago1:03:57

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With big plans to propel the company into the future, Wipro Europe's new Head of Consulting Caroline Monfrais is here to make waves. This conversation delves into Caroline's strategic priorities, her methodical approach to identifying hidden talent within the organization, and how she's navigating the challenges of integrating Wipro's vast technolo…

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Ep 76 - From Performing Arts Student To Selling His Own Consultancy: Cameron’s Story of Self-Discovery and Entrepreneurship 1:18:21

2M ago1:18:21

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The journey from startup to sale embodies the pinnacle of success for most of us in consulting. In this episode, we're joined by Cameron Turner, current Chief Business Officer UK & IE at Roboyo and Founder of Lean Consulting. Cameron's unique path from a music performance student to the founder of Lean Consulting offers a masterclass in resilience,…

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Ep 75 - How To Win Clients With Prototyping: Catalin Stoiovici on Capco’s Trust-Building Secrets 42:02

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How can effective prototyping help you win client projects? In this episode, Capco’s Managing Principal Catalin Stoiovici brings a wealth of experience in blending technology and consulting. He delves into the transformative role of prototyping in client acquisition, the art of building trust in the consulting sector, and the evolution from a techn…

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Ep 74 - Angela Bishop - Elevating Women in Consulting: How Zühlke UK Achieved 50% Female Representation in Leadership 1:18:22

3M ago1:18:22

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It's high-time to redefine leadership dynamics in the male-dominated consulting space. Angela Bishop, CEO of Zühlke UK and Head of Cross Markets EMEA, is doing just that. In this episode, she speaks to host Sammy Gebele about her journey to leadership, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, and the art of balancing a high-powered career with h…

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Ep 73 - Mastering Multicultural Dynamics: Eurogroup’s Matthieu Prieuret on Consultancy Expansion into the UK 1:30:10

3M ago1:30:10

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Looking to expand your consultancy business beyond the local market? In this episode, you'll learn about the strategic intricacies of global consultancy expansion with Matthieu Prieuret, UK Managing Partner at Eurogroup Consulting. He delves into the multifaceted journey of setting up and growing Eurogroup’s UK office, revealing key insights into m…

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Ep 72 - Adam Skinner - The Future of Transformation Consulting: Valcon’s Adam Skinner on Leadership, Data and AI 1:15:29

3M ago1:15:29

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Consulting is entering an era of unprecedented change and opportunity. In this episode, Adam Skinner, Partner and Head of Consulting at Valcon UK reveals his initial merger process experience at P2, and how the lessons he learned fueled a successful M&A process at Valcon. He also shares firsthand the challenges and victories in steering Valcon thro…

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Ep 71 - Amit Rathi - The $1-Billion Investment: Wipro’s Journey to an AI-Focused Consultancy 1:09:37

4M ago1:09:37

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Wipro is undergoing a transformative journey, with plans to channel $1 billion into becoming an industry leader in IT and AI led Transformation. In this episode, Sammy chats with Amit Rathi, Vice President of Digital Consulting at Wipro, exploring the strategic shifts and innovative approaches driving Wipro's success. From corporate philosophy to t…

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Ep 70 - David Lewis - Mastering Government Contracts: Expert Advice for Winning Long-Term Government Projects 44:44

4M ago44:44

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Join David W. Lewis, Chief Digital and Information Officer at BetterGov, in a revealing conversation about navigating the complexities of government contracts, building lasting client relationships, and BetterGov's unique operational philosophies. David brings his extensive experience to this episode, sharing practical tips and shedding light on Be…

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Ep 69 - Dr. Marcin Pietrzyk - AI in Consulting: How Unit8 Grew to 100 Employees in 6 Years With Its Focus on AI and Data Science 1:04:46

5M ago1:04:46

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Dr. Marcin Pietrzyk is the visionary behind Unit8, the Swiss technology consulting company specializing in data science, analytics, and AI. This episode unpacks the company's impressive growth trajectory, their innovative use of AI and data science in solving complex client issues, and strategic approaches to project structuring and sales team deve…

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Ep 68 - Michael Buck - Convidera's Blueprint for Converting Your Consultancy Into a Start-up Incubator 1:16:45

5M ago1:16:45

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Convidera's strategic pivot from traditional consulting to a dynamic mix of 30% consulting and 70% solutions transforms the approach of consultancies in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship. In this episode, Michael Buck, CEO of Convidera, dives deep into their unique evolution, shedding light on their approach to balancing consultancy with te…

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Ep 67 - Harald Kohlberger - 683 Millionen Euro Rahmenvereinbarungen für IT-Projekte gewonnen: Consileon digitalisiert Österreich 1:03:25

5M ago1:03:25

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Entdecke, wie Consileon Business Consultancy bahnbrechende IT-Projekte mit der Republik Österreich realisiert. Ein exklusiver Einblick in die Strategien, die zu diesem enormen Erfolg geführt haben. Darüber unterhält sich Sammy Gebele mit Harald Kohlberger, Geschäftsführender Gesellschafter bei der Consileon Business Consultancy. Erfahre direkt von …

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Ep 66 - Rajeev Pai - IT Consulting & Sustainability: Unlocking the Next Big Compeititve Advantage in Consulting 1:07:50

6M ago1:07:50

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Sustainability is no longer a compromise on profit, but rather as a way to bring profit, planet, and people into harmony. In this episode, host Sammy Gebele talks to Rajeev Pai, Director of Consulting Technology Vision and Architecture at Deloitte about the importance of sustainability in consulting. You'll learn: 1. Why views on sustainability are…

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Ep 65 - Euclides Coimbra - 50 Million Revenue at a 20% YoY Growth Rate: Euclides Coimbra Reveals How To Grow Your Consultancy With Kaizen Principles 1:19:42

6M ago1:19:42

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With €50 million in revenue and a growth rate of 20% YoY, Kaizen Institute Western Europe has proven beyond any doubt that the Continuous Improvement model works. In this episode, Euclides Coimbra, Managing Partner at Kaizen Institute Western Europe, dives deep into how the company leverages its homegrown strategy to drive company growth, develop i…

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Ep 73 - Joerg Klueckmann - The Courage to be Different: Why You Need More Creativity in Your Data-Driven Marketing Strategy 47:09

6M ago47:09

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Has data-driven marketing killed creativity? In this interview, the Head of Marketing at Finastra, Joerg Klueckmann chats with Sammy about the importance of creative freedom in marketing, why companies must dare to be different, how to acquire budget for outside-the-box initiatives, and much more. You’ll learn: 1. Why creativity must make a comebac…

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Ep 64 - Jussi Heikkilä - €6.6 to €9 Million Revenue in 1 Year: How Teamit’s Innovative Talent Retention & Attraction Strategies Drove Rapid Growth 1:02:29

6M ago1:02:29

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Looking to revolutionize your talent acquisition and retention strategies? In this episode, Jussi shares his journey from founding Teamit to achieving remarkable growth, with revenues skyrocketing from €6.6 million to €9 million (40% YoY growth rate) in just one year. Learn about the strategies that have made Teamit a talent magnet, including their…

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Ep 63 - Rasmus Frick - Holacracy: The Management Framework That Grew Cognizant Netcentric From 10 to 1,500 Employees in 10 Years 1:18:54

6M ago1:18:54

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Exiting usually means exiting in the world of mergers and acquisitions. But in the case of Cognizant Netcentric, many of the original founders are still on board, which begs the question—what are they doing differently? In this episode, Rasmus Frick, Director of Consulting and Business Development at Cognizant Netcentric, explores how holacracy, a …

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Ep 62 - Dr. Marcin Remarczyk - The Power of Many: how Cognizant Consulting leverages a range of sales channels for sustainable growth 1:02:45

7M ago1:02:45

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Cognizant is a multinational information technology services and consulting company that generates nearly $20 billion dollars in annual revenue each year. Now, they're replicating that success with their UK & Ireland-based consulting unit, which is generating just under €100 million in turnover and employs 600 people. A company within the company i…

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Philipp Ortlieb - From 120 to 300 employees in 2 years: the unique data-driven recruitment process of OMMAX 29:04

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„It's not HR at OMMAX. It's People & Culture.“ In this special episode from the 2023 LEADERS IN CONSULTING Conference, OMMAX Partner & Chief People Office Philipp Ortlieb shares the unique yet highly effective approach to hiring that helped the digital strategy consultancy grow from 120 to 300 employees in 2 years with only 3 full-time employees. Y…

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Tilman Au & Kai Köppen - How diva-e Grew From €40 Million to €100+ Million in Revenue in 7 Years Backed by Private Equity 27:39

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Want to win big clients? You need to establish yourself as a big player. In this special interview from the 2023 LEADERS IN CONSULTING Conference, Tilman Au, CEO of diva-e, tells his story of how he grew his company from €40 million to €100+ million in revenue in just 7 years with the help of EMERAM Capital Partners, a private equity company. Kai K…

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Dr. Willem Keijzer - How to Skyrocket the Value of Your Consultancy: Insider Tips From an M&A Expert 1:15:46

7M ago1:15:46

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If you're selling your company, you want to earn the highest sum possible. But what exactly persuades a buyer to pay 14x EBITDA instead of 4-5x EBITDA? In this special interview from the 2023 LEADERS IN CONSULTING Conference, CNX Transaction Partners CEO Dr. Willem Keijzer demystifies the M&A process, sharing exactly what you can do to boost the va…

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Ep 61 - Nicolai Stickel - How to Bulletproof Your Business Model With Recurring Revenue 1:05:45

8M ago1:05:45

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The consulting industry has enjoyed a lucrative run over the last decade, but what will happen when that inevitable downturn strikes? In this interview, General Manager at STAR® Nicolai Stickel explains why a mix of strategy, project work, and implementation support are critical for the long-term viability of your consultancy, and how a balance of …

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Ep 60 - Recardo Jackson - Start-up Spirit im Großkonzern: Wie die msg-Gruppe neue SaaS Wege geht 1:07:07

8M ago1:07:07

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Die msg-Gruppe hat sich in der deutschen IT-Landschaft einen festen Platz in den Top 10 erarbeitet – und das nicht ohne Grund! Mit Innovationskraft und wegweisenden Lösungen hat das Unternehmen nicht nur seinen Erfolg gefestigt, sondern auch eine Vorreiterrolle in der Branche eingenommen. Recardo Jackson, Executive Vice President und Managing Direc…

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Ep 59 - Marco Lichtfous - The Art of Strategy: Marco’s Expert Playbook for Developing New Lines of Business 1:13:15

8M ago1:13:15

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Marco Lichtfous is an expert in joining consultancies and building up new business lines or regions. He has successfully built new business lines or regions for companies such as Deloitte and KPMG, and now he's doing it again, for the third time, at PMP Strategy. In this episode, you'll learn: 1. What it takes to develop a new business line at a la…

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Ep 58 - Gian Casanova - 12 to 140 Employees in 10 Years: A Managing Director’s Guide to Sustainable Growth 59:13

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When digital consultancy Futurice experienced growing pains at 70 employees, it was down to Gian Casanova and the Leadership team to redesign the organization and create a sustainable growth strategy. In this episode, Gian shares how he and his team spurred the company's growth from 12 to 140 employees during his 10 years as Managing Director, and …

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Ep 57 - Prof. Dr. Reinhard Wagner - Von 20 auf 30 Millionen in 3 Jahren: Wie ein Strategiewechsel den Umsatz der Tiba seit 2020 gesteigert hat 1:08:44

9M ago1:08:44

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Manchmal braucht es im Business den Mut zur Veränderung. Tiba hat diesen Schritt gewagt und eine beeindruckende Strategieänderung vollzogen. Dr. Reinhard Wagner, Managing Director bei der Tiba Group Services GmbH & Tiba Managementberatung, zeigt im Interview den Weg der Tiba heraus aus der Ecke der Commodity und hin zu einer Umsatzsteigerung von 20…

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Ep 56 - Dr. Gunnar Binnewies - Supercharged Hiring: How to Acquire Teams of Consultants and Integrate Them With Your Company 50:53

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Most growing consultancies share the same challenge: winning talent. In this episode, Dr. Gunnar Binnewies, Partner at goetzpartners, shares his expertise on growing a workforce, acquiring consultancy teams, assessing for cultural fit, and integrating them with an existing team. He also shares what he looks for in new employees and how he finds the…

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Iota Dimou & Johann Neubauer - Internationalization Done Right: How Pixida Successfully Opened 11 Offices in 5 Countries 24:24

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With thriving offices in Germany, the USA, Brazil, China, and Portugal, it's certainly not luck that drove Pixida's successful international expansion. In this special interview from the 2023 LEADERS IN CONSULTING Conference, Pixida Managing Directors Iota Dimou & Johann Neubauer share their proven strategy for finding projects, recruiting talent, …

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Ep 55 - Dr. Jan Wehinger - Beratung im KI-Zeitalter: Die transformative Bedeutung von ChatGPT 1:18:28

9M ago1:18:28

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Können Beratungen mit dem rasanten Tempo der Digitalisierung Schritt halten? Das Zeitalter des ständigen Wandels stellt Unternehmen vor enorme Herausforderungen, für die die Beraterbranche Lösungen finden muss. Unser heutiger Podcast-Gast Dr. Jan Wehinger, Partner bei MHP, gibt Einblicke, mit welchen Strategien MHP in der digitalen Revolution erfol…

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Christoph Hagmann - Collaborate or Acquire: How EY Decides When to Partner With Small to Mid-Sized Companies and When to Buy Them 16:30

10M ago16:30

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Christoph Hagmann is a consultancy veteran with over 25 years of experience working at major companies like Accenture, Booz & Company, Infosys, PWC, and EY. In this special episode, he joins Sammy on stage at the LEADERS IN CONSULTING Conference to talk about how EY partners with and purchases other service providers to bridge skill gaps, unlock ne…

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Ep 54 - Ferdinand Weiss - AdEx Partner’s Inspiring Plans to Grow Their Revenue, Expand Globally, and Triple Their Team Size 1:26:13

10M ago1:26:13

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With plans to triple their team size to 500+ employees, AdEx Partners are on their way to becoming one of the top digital transformation service providers in Europe. But can it be done without disrupting the company culture and losing employees? In this episode, you'll discover the strategies and experiences of Ferdinand Weiss, Co-Founder & Co-CEO …

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Ep 53 - Dr. Gerhard Nowak - The Growth Roadmap: How Gerhard Will Triple His 30-Person Consulting Company in the Next Years 1:03:50

10M ago1:03:50

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What should you do in your first 60 days as the new Managing Partner of a boutique consultancy? Tune into this episode with Dr. Gerhard Nowak, Managing Partner of IFP Consulting, as he discusses the keys to successful consulting leadership, the importance of understanding organizational culture, and the value of building trust with clients and team…

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Ep 52 - Philipp Ortlieb - Unlocking Hypergrowth: How Philipp's Innovative HR Strategies Boosted OMMAX from 50 to +300 Employees 1:13:25

11M ago1:13:25

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Are you ready to revolutionize your HR approach? Then this episode is a must-listen. In a world where the war for talent rages on, the fusion of people, culture, and innovation has become paramount to a company's triumph in today’s competitive business landscape. Digital consultancy OMMAX purposefully employs the term People & Culture instead of Hu…

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Ep 51 - Jörg Reinnarth - Standardized Services: Faster. Cheaper. Better. 1:04:29

11M ago1:04:29

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Some clients think that 'standardization' is a synonym for 'copy & paste'. What they don't realize, however, is that consultancies with standardized services bring more knowledge to projects and get the job done much faster than fully bespoke solutions. In this episode, CINTELLIC Consulting Group CEO Jörg Reinnarth shares why he believes standardiz…

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Ep 50 - Matthäus Esterházy - How C-P-S Grew From 20 to 250 Employees in 7 Years With a Laser Focus on The Automotive Industry 1:11:10

12M ago1:11:10

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Growing a consultancy is a fine art. Expand too fast, and you'll run into long turnaround times and disgruntled clients. Go too slow and you'll risk losing market share. So what's the magic formula—if there is one? In this episode, C-P-S Group Executive Partner Matthäus Esterházy shares his thoughts on strategically growing a consultancy. You'll le…

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Ep 49 - Deepak Veeraraghavan - Relationship Building: How Your Consultants Can Build Genuine Connections and Sell More Projects 1:06:10

12M ago1:06:10

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Most consultancies depend on the networks of their founders for survival. But at Strategic Decisions Group, every consultant is given the power to build and maintain their network. In this episode, Deepak Veeraraghavan, Partner at Strategic Decisions Group, shares how they enable their employees to nurture client relationships and win projects for …

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Ep 48 - Alexander Johannes Troost - Vom Hörsaal in das 100-Tage-Trainee-Programm - Warum mindsquare so viel in die Ausbildung Junger IT-Berater Investiert 1:14:53

12M ago1:14:53

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Junge Informatiker sind auf dem Markt hart umkämpft. Wie schafft es die mindsquare AG, diese begehrten Fachkräfte für sich zu gewinnen? Im Gespräch mit Sammy erklärt Alexander Johannes Troost, Partner bei der mindsquare AG, welche Rolle ihr Trainee-Programm und Kooperationen mit Hochschulen für HR spielen. Das erwartet Dich: 1. Wie mindsquare vom e…

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Ep 47 - Melanie Tobler - The business case of attracting and retaining female talent - BearingPoint’s quest for more Women 1:17:12

1y ago1:17:12

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Currently, 13 % of BearingPoint's partners are women. By 2025, this number has the ambition to rise to 20 %, and the total number of female client-facing staff (excluding partners) to reach 40 %. In this episode, Sammy talks with Melanie Tobler, Partner at BearingPoint and leader of the firm's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, abo…

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Ep 46 - Nina Möller - How Implement Consulting Group’s entrepreneurial mindset has helped them grow 20% YoY at 1,400 employees 1:00:55

1y ago1:00:55

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Implement Consulting Group—one of Scandinavia's leading consulting firms—grows 20% year-on-year and now employs 1,400 employees in currently 11 offices across 6 countries. Their recent expansion to Germany, co-led by Nina Möller, Managing Director at Implement Germany, has been a huge success, with the team growing from 6 to 60 employees in just 4 …

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Ep 45 - Tilman Au - How diva-e Grew From €35 million to €100+ Million Revenue in 6 Years Backed by Private Equity 1:00:51

1y ago1:00:51

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What is the power of private equity? For Tilman Au, it enabled him to grow his digital consultancy firm from €35 million to €100+ million in just 6 years, with a year-on-year growth rate of 20 %. In this episode, Tilman teaches why you need to become a big player if you want to win big clients, and how PE can help you achieve this. You'll learn: 1.…

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Ep 44 - Olly Purnell - How to Grow Faster, Attract Talent and Win Clients by Partnering With International Consultancies 1:14:43

1y ago1:14:43

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UK-based consultancy Q5 doubled its revenue in just 2-3 years. And their approach has been all but generic. In this episode, Q5 Co-founder and Managing Partner Oliver Purnell shares the innovative methods his company uses to achieve such rapid growth. Here's what's in it for you: 1. How The Transformation Alliance (a group of collaborating consulta…

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Ep 43 - Dr. Giordano Koch - How HYVE Supports Innovation at Companies Like BMW and Beiersdorf 1:10:25

1y ago1:10:25

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As innovation partners, we're perfectly poised to assist our clients with developing new products and internal solutions. In this episode, Dr. Giordano Koch shares his story as the Managing Director of HYVE—a leading innovation enabler that guides its customers in strategic foresight, as well as the user-centric development of products, services an…

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Ep 42 - Stefan Aichbauer - From 100 to 600 Employees in 9 Years – The 3 Main Factors that Helped H&Z Management Consulting Grow 1:10:01

1y ago1:10:01

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H&Z Management Consulting grew from 100 to 600 employees since 2013. How did they pull it off? Today, Stefan Aichbauer, Managing Partner at the H&Z Management Consulting Group, shares with Sammy, which 3 key factors accelerated H&Z's growth. What's in it for you: 1. How creating the RPC group – a joint venture with BMW – helped H&Z Management Consu…

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Shortcast: How to Grow and Leverage Your Network to Win Clients – with Florian Dehne 6:27

1y ago6:27

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No time for a full podcast? Then check out the shortcast of our episode: How to Grow and Leverage Your Network to Win Clients with Florian Dehne In this summary, you will find our top 3 highlights from the episode: 1. How to sell consultancy projects to former colleagues 2. How Florian wins projects more often than others 3. How to expand your netw…

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Ep 41 - Marcus Worbs - From €3 Million to nearly €50 Million Revenue in 6 Years: How Is diconium strategy Growing So Fast?! 1:06:05

1y ago1:06:05

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diconium strategy was doing €3 million in revenue when Marcus Worbs joined the company in 2016. 6 years and 80+ employees later and the company is now raking in nearly €50 million in revenue. In this episode, Sammy talks to Marcus about how diconium strategy managed to grow so quickly, and why strategy execution is essential in modern-day consultin…

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Shortcast: How TOWA Reached 10 Million in Revenue Without Marketing and Sales – with Florian Wassel 8:18

1y ago8:18

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No time for a full podcast? Then check our shortcast of our episode: How TOWA Reached 10 Million in Revenue Without Marketing and Sales with Florian Wassel In this summary, you will find our top 3 highlights from the episode: 1. How TOWA uses events and good content to grow their business 2. The biggest factor driving growth at TOWA 3. What to avoi…

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Ep 40 - Dr. Maximilian Lude - Turning Employees into Virtual Owners: One Approach to withstand Great Resignation Crisis? 39:26

1y ago39:26

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The Great Resignation has left employers scrambling to hold onto their talent. It's a pandemic that's affected all industries, from consultancies to retailers, forcing employers to come up with unique incentives to reduce their employee turnover. In this episode, Dr. Maximilian Lude, Co-founder and MD of philoneos, shares his solution to the issue:…

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