Analytical Skills 
Improve business decisions by learning how to gather, interpret and present data.

Develop specialized skills and strategies to help you assess patterns, identify relevant questions, gain data-driven insights and effectively share analytical information with others.

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Scott Singer on Hitting the Curve Ball

Scott Singer sees the workplace as a baseball game: we can go to batting practice all we want but during the big game it’s the surprise pitches, the curve balls, that are the hardest to deal with. Preparing mentally and physically are only the beginning. In his new book, How to Hit a Curve Ball: Con

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Some inspiring advice from executive consultants.

Secrets of "Alpha" Companies

Companies like Starbucks, Victoria's Secret, and Harley-Davidson didn't become industry leaders by being the biggest, best value, or first to market. They dominate their categories by adopting "Alpha" strategies-making their customers feel special....

Secrets of "Special Ops" Leadership

We've all heard the analogies about business and war, but business Ph.D. and retired Air Force major general William A. Cohen is perhaps uniquely qualified to address the similarities between the boardroom and the battlefield. In this excerpt from...

Secrets of Effective Feedback: Knowing What to Avoid

You know that as a manager, providing ongoing, constructive feedback to your people is a critical part of the job. But you also know that it can be one of your most challenging tasks. Employee performance expert David Lee demystifies the process....

Secrets of Hiring and Retaining the Right Person—Every Time

The most common reason for worker discontent is a mismatch between what workers want out of their job and what the position actually offers. Whose fault is that? The employer's. Here’s a seven-step process for fixing the disconnect.

Secrets of Maximum Influence

Here is advice on how to build influence before audiences of different types.

Secrets of Multitasking: Slow Down to Speed Up

Feeling stressed out and overworked? These strategies from a physician will teach you how to channel your energy efficiently so you can accomplish more in less time, with less stress....

How to Sell to Baby Boomers: Keep it Old School

How to sell to Baby Boomers, who possess the highest disposable income of any generation.

Secrets of the Strategy Execution Superstars

Companies that excel at strategy execution, including P&G, Costco, and Google.