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Each week Hélène Laffitte, consulting sourcing expert and CEO of Consulting Quest, gives you the keys to better use, manage, and source consulting services.

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How to find the right consultants?

Thursday Oct 07, 2021

How to find the right consultants?

Thursday Oct 07, 2021

The first question is not "do I need a consultant?" Instead ask yourself: do I have an urgent problem? If yes, find your best understanding of the issue and why it needs a solution. Then ask yourself: what kind of consultant can solve this issue? Another way to put it would be: who should be part of my dream team to solve this issue?  On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I tell you how to find the right consultants. #podcast #smartconsultingsourcing #consulting #sourcing 

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Why you should put consultants in competition?

Thursday Sep 30, 2021

Why you should put consultants in competition?

Thursday Sep 30, 2021

As an executive, you're probably used to making quick decisions. Given the amount of work that you have to do, you can't afford to dither. Is it worth your time to organize a competition when choosing your consultants? On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I explain why you should put consultants in competition. #podcast #smartconsultingsourcing #consulting #sourcing 

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How to build positive relationships with your consulting firms?

Thursday Sep 23, 2021

How to build positive relationships with your consulting firms?

Thursday Sep 23, 2021

Positive and mutually beneficial relationships with business partners, clients, and collaborators are essential for every project. And effective communication is a crucial ingredient in every relationship.  On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I give you my tips to build positive relationships with your consulting firms. #podcast #smartconsultingsourcing #consulting #sourcing 

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7 questions about internal vs external consultants

Thursday Sep 16, 2021

7 questions about internal vs external consultants

Thursday Sep 16, 2021

People often ask the differences between internal and external consultants. How independent are External and Internal Consultants? How does skills/experience level vary? Let's tackle the 7 most common questions you migh have and never dare to ask about internal consultants. On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I answer 7 questions about internal vs external consultants. #podcast #smartconsultingsourcing #consulting #sourcing 

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How to choose between generalist vs specialized consultants?

Thursday Sep 09, 2021

How to choose between generalist vs specialized consultants?

Thursday Sep 09, 2021

If you're looking for the right consultant, several factors will help you decide whether a specialist or a generalist is right for your needs.  On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I discuss how to choose between generalist vs specialized consultants? #podcast #smartconsultingsourcing #consulting #sourcing 

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How to create value through demand management?

Thursday Sep 02, 2021

How to create value through demand management?

Thursday Sep 02, 2021

Demand management is a critical tool for procurement professionals and companies in general. But what are the key steps that can ensure successful Demand Management execution?  On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I talk about how to create value through demand management? #podcast #smartconsultingsourcing #consulting #sourcing 

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Working with large consultancies: stop or encore

Thursday Aug 26, 2021

Working with large consultancies: stop or encore

Thursday Aug 26, 2021

As clients have started to understand better what value consultants can bring them, many changes will shape the industry's future. Should you continue working with large consultancies? On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I answer the question: Working with large consultancies: stop or encore? #podcast #smartconsultingsourcing #consulting #sourcing 

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The 8 Defining Stages in the History of Consulting

Thursday Jul 22, 2021

The 8 Defining Stages in the History of Consulting

Thursday Jul 22, 2021

The History of Consulting goes way back. Indeed, consulting has always existed. We can trace advisors to decision-makers back to the Antiquity. How old is Consulting?  On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I tell you a brief History of Consulting. 

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The 7-High Level Consulting Capabilities Categories That Every Client Should Know

Thursday Jul 15, 2021

The 7-High Level Consulting Capabilities Categories That Every Client Should Know

Thursday Jul 15, 2021

The right Consultant can play an instrumental role and can help your organization save money, make money, and solve a plethora of business issues. But how to describe and classify consulting work? On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, Consulting Sourcing Expert Hélène Laffitte talks about  The 7-High Level Consulting Capabilities Categories That Every Client Should Know. 

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6 Great Advantages of the Gig Economy and the impact for consulting clients

Thursday Jul 08, 2021

6 Great Advantages of the Gig Economy and the impact for consulting clients

Thursday Jul 08, 2021

There are a number of reasons to embrace the Gig economy mainly for the freedom and flexibility , but also ethics or regulation issues. But what's the impact for the consulting industry and its clients? On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, Consulting Sourcing Expert Hélène Laffitte provides 6 Great Advantages of the Gig Economy and the impact for consulting clients. 

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