Some people enjoy selling. But for most of us, it's a necessary evil. That’s why Metis has compiled 5 tried and tested ways to make it just that little bit easier.
Simon Clark
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When building the ultimate team of superstar staff for your consultancy, one thing will soon become clear – nobody can do everything. Well, some people can, but the likelihood of you immediately finding the candidate who can sell, write proposals, recruit, lead teams to greatness and upsell in accounts, all while...
With the popping of corks and the midnight rendition of Auld Lang Syne fast approaching, like many businesses, Metis is taking stock of the past year and putting some serious thought into those all important New Year’s Resolutions. If you read our countdown list of 12 Metis milestones from 2016, you’ll know that in...
In an industry that depends on word of mouth recommendations, networking and communicating with clients, LinkedIn stands as an invaluable tool for promoting your services, and establishing your worth as a trusted advisor. A direct line of access to decision makers, influencers and senior business leaders, what better...
Not just ‘plugging in resource on demand’
The associate or freelance model is widely used across the consultancy sector. When used to supplement full time staff it can help deliver the right skills at the right time and manage risk for the firm.
Age and the workplace
For some, ageism in the workplace has become an increasing cause for concern, especially for those that believe they have lost out because they are older workers. However, age is a valid criterion on which to assess the ability to perform some jobs. For example, physical capabilities may...
You’d think running a consultancy would be easy wouldn’t you? No major capital outlays and no stock, all you need are just a few people and a big pile of post-it notes and sharpies. Unfortunately, like most things that looks simple, running a successful consultancy isn’t straightforward at all. And, the level of...