From the course: How to Think Like a Consultant
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Prioritize action and data-driven outcomes
From the course: How to Think Like a Consultant
Prioritize action and data-driven outcomes
Ideas are only half the story. To be a successful consultant, you need to turn insights into impact, delivering the right solutions at the right time. For lasting impact clients will truly appreciate, I want you to prioritize solutions with measurable results. You may have many great ideas to implement, but it's not possible to tackle everything at once. Here are some strategies to help you focus and work with your client to prioritize effectively. First, you need to understand your client's constraints. Consider limitations like budget, time, and available resources to ensure recommendations are realistic and achievable. Use these constraints to focus on solutions that won't stretch them too thin. It's all about finding what's feasible. Then, evaluate solutions by impact. Create a list of potential solutions and assess each one by its likely impact on your client’s goals. Figure out what solutions are the most effective, cost-efficient, and aligned with the big picture. Give each…
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