Institute of Management Consultants

WA CHAPTER - 2012 AGM AND CMC PRESENTATION ANNOUNCEMENT

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:51 +1000

It's that AGM time again... show your support and attend - please note that this is a free 'members only' event. An informative presentation on the IMC's CMC certification process will also occur at this event.

WA CHAPTER - 2012 AGM AND CMC PRESENTATION ANNOUNCEMENT

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:51 +1000

NSW & ACT AGM ANNOUNCEMENT 2012

Fri, 11 May 2012 14:17 +1000

It's that AGM time again... show your support and attend - please note that this is a free 'members only' event.

NSW & ACT AGM ANNOUNCEMENT 2012

Fri, 11 May 2012 14:17 +1000

It's that AGM time again... show your support and attend - please note that this is a free 'members only' event.

SA: MEMBER NETWORKING DRINKS - FRIDAY 25TH MAY 2012

Mon, 7 May 2012 13:11 +1000

JOIN US FOR NETWORKING DRINKS AND TO MEET ALL MEMBERS OF THE IMC FEDERAL COUNCIL

SA: MEMBER NETWORKING DRINKS - FRIDAY 25TH MAY 2012

Mon, 7 May 2012 13:11 +1000

JOIN US FOR NETWORKING DRINKS AND TO MEET ALL MEMBERS OF THE IMC FEDERAL COUNCIL

NSW & ACT: SYDNEY PUB LUNCH - FRIDAY 18 MAY 2012 @ 12:00

Sat, 5 May 2012 09:51 +1000

The IMC NSW & ACT Chapter Committee has scheduled a pub lunch at the Greenwood Hotel in North Sydney (right above the station) on Friday 18 May rom 12 midday. Attendees are requested to register via IMC website.

The purpose of this regular informal get-together of members and subscribers (to the IMC website) is to:
- Encourage members to network and professionally support each other
- Allow members to source resources for their consulting opportunities
- Enable committee members, members, and subscribers to exchange their ideas and suggestions regarding our profession, the IMC, Chapter events and other topics of common interest
- Allow subscribers the opportunity to meet with members, and further evaluate whether to join the IMC.

And all in a relaxed environment.

So come along, participate in the discussion and enjoy the chat, out the back of the Greenwood Hotel under the veranda on the Blue Street side, where the large wooden tables are. You pay for your own lunch and refreshments, and lunches start at $9.90.

Call John Groarke on 0419 253 684 if you cannot find us on the day. Don't lunch alone in Sydney on the 3rd Friday of each month!

NSW & ACT: SYDNEY PUB LUNCH - FRIDAY 18 MAY 2012 @ 12:00

Sat, 5 May 2012 09:51 +1000

20120430 - EVENING - VICTAS: WHO'S TALKING ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS?

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:53 +1000

We all understand the power of referrals, but the main thing that drives referrals is Word of Mouth. Often confused with social media, it is the most effective yet least understood form of marketing in the market place.

Not only do we personally make use of this form of marketing for our own decision making on a daily basis, but our businesses have come to rely on work generated through Word of Mouth.

Do you know:
- Why traditional methods of Marketing are no longer successful and may turn potential clients away?
- How does the market place – your potential clients – prefer to be marketed to?
- How Apple used WOMM to drive its success?
- How these principles can be transferred to drive your business?

QLD: THE 3 R'S OF CONSULTING - REPEATS, REFERRALS AND REPUTATION BUILDING - WEDNESDAY 23 MAY 2012

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:33 +1000

On 23 May 2012 join Dave Staughton and IMC Members and Guests in Brisbane for a highly interactive workshop filled with great ideas to help you build your brand and get more repeat and referral work by being stickier!

We will cover cutting-edge consulting strategies for promoting your practice and improving your income. Find out how to become more memorable, marketable and multipliable.

QLD: THE 3 R'S OF CONSULTING - REPEATS, REFERRALS AND REPUTATION BUILDING - WEDNESDAY 23 MAY 2012

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:33 +1000

QLD: THE 3 R'S OF CONSULTING - REPEATS, REFERRALS AND REPUTATION BUILDING - WEDNESDAY 23 MAY 2012

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:33 +1000

INSPIRING YOUR CLIENTS' WORKPLACE CULTURE

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 09:24 +1000

- How often have you seen clients fail to implement your recommendations due to organisational resistance?
- How do you influence organisational culture so that your recommendations have a sustainable impact?
- How do you ensure buy-in and engagement across all levels of the organisation?

INSPIRING YOUR CLIENTS' WORKPLACE CULTURE

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 09:24 +1000

Copy of NSW & ACT: IS PROJECT MANAGEMENT RELEVANT IN THE 21ST CENTURY?

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 18:21 +1000

20120326 - EVENING - VICTAS: INSPIRING YOUR CLIENTS' WORKPLACE CULTURE

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 10:00 +1000

When Natalie Ashdown was growing up in the corporate world, all she wanted to be was a McKinsey Consultant! Then she discovered coaching as a way of pursuing her passion: transforming workplace culture and bringing out the best in individuals and teams.

As leaders, to truly make a sustainable impact on the organisations and people that we work with, we need to move beyond the straight consulting framework and towards a coaching culture.

Natalie holds a Bachelor of Business in Marketing from RMIT and a Masters of Business Administration from The University of Melbourne (2001). She holds the Diploma of Workplace and Business Coaching, Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training, Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Master Coaching and Master of Ericksonian Hypnosis, she is a Certified Story Coach with the ICF, thus qualifying her as a fully accredited Master Coach and Facilitator.

VICTAS: INSPIRING YOUR CLIENTS' WORKPLACE CULTURE

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 19:31 +1000

VICTAS: INSPIRING YOUR CLIENTS' WORKPLACE CULTURE

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 19:31 +1000

VICTAS: INSPIRING YOUR CLIENTS' WORKPLACE CULTURE

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 19:31 +1000

AUSTRALIAN CONSULTANT SUMMER EDITION 2012

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 12:55 +1000

AUSTRALIAN CONSULTANT SUMMER EDITION 2012

ABOUT THE AUSTRALIAN CONSULTANT

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 12:28 +1000

About The Australian Consultant

ABOUT THE AUSTRALIAN CONSULTANT

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 12:28 +1000

About The Australian Consultant

A LOOK AHEAD AT 2012: UNPREDICTABLE BUT NOT THE END OF THE WORLD!

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 12:22 +1000

A look ahead

A LOOK AHEAD AT 2012: UNPREDICTABLE BUT NOT THE END OF THE WORLD!

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 12:22 +1000

A look ahead

INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CONSULTING: DESIGN

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 11:22 +1000

International Development Consulting

INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CONSULTING: DESIGN

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 11:22 +1000

International Development Consulting

DO YOU DELIVER WHAT YOU PROMISE?

Fri, 9 Mar 2012 17:29 +1000

Do you deliver what you promise?

DO YOU DELIVER WHAT YOU PROMISE?

Fri, 9 Mar 2012 17:29 +1000

Do you deliver what you promise?

WHY DOWNSIZING HAS A BAD NAME?

Fri, 9 Mar 2012 17:28 +1000

Why Downsizing Has a Bad Name

WHY DOWNSIZING HAS A BAD NAME?

Fri, 9 Mar 2012 17:28 +1000

Why Downsizing Has a Bad Name

AUSTRALIAN CONSULTANT SUMMER EDITION 2012 - OVERVIEW

Fri, 9 Mar 2012 15:27 +1000

Australian Consultant Summer Edition 2012

THE AUSTRALIAN MANAGEMENT CONSULTING INDUSTRY TODAY - NOV 2011

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 17:12 +1000

This is an extract of a conference keynote address by Stephen Lake FIMC - Federal Secretary and Victorian State President

The powerpoint slides for this speech from the 2011 National Conference are available to attendees and IMC Members. The IBISWorld Report "Management Consultants in Australia (L7856)" is available to IMC Members.

THE AUSTRALIAN CONSULTANT - POST CONFERENCE EDITION

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:28 +1000

The Australian Consultant National Journal is an undertaking of the Federal Council of the Institute of Management Consultants in Australia. The aim of the Journal is to keep you posted of general consulting matters and national trends that may be of interest to the management consulting community. It also provides an opportunity for the publication of articles for the professional development of our members.

THE AUSTRALIAN CONSULTANT - POST CONFERENCE EDITION

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:28 +1000

THE AUSTRALIAN CONSULTANT - POST CONFERENCE EDITION

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:28 +1000

IMC CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:27 +1000

Highlights from the IMC National Conference 2011 in Melbourne. World class speakers: Dr Alan Weiss, Morris Miselowski, Donna Hanson, Bev Brough, Dave Staughton, Scott Pape, Jenny Cartwright and Ben Price.

IMC CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:27 +1000

IMC CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:27 +1000

IMC CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:27 +1000

IMC CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:27 +1000

IMC CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:27 +1000

IMC CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:27 +1000

20111206 - EVENING - NSW CHRISTMAS 2011 FUNCTION

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 09:06 +1000

The NSW committee invites our members and their guests to participate in a touch of nostalgia in the “The Tunnel” in Artarmon

Date: Tuesday 6th Dec 2011.

Time: 6:00 pm till 8:30 pm.

Event: Christmas Wine Tasting

Venue: The Wine Vault, 7 Lancely Place, Artarmon

A remnant of the days when brick and tile quarries were the backbone of the local economy, The Tunnel had been excavated in 1910 to join two properties belonging to the North Sydney Brick and Tile Company. It remained in use until 1965, after which it was quickly forgotten. Today, The Tunnel has been restored and has come to be one of Sydneys most unique wine tasting and function venues
offering an authentic cellar ambience right in the heart of the city

Provided: A selected range of Ballabourneen premium wines and softdrinks with delicious canopes.

Cost: $70 (incl GST) per person.

RSVP: Friday, 2nd December, 2011 - Book early - Limited numbers!

ALAN WEISS - SYDNEY - 16TH NOV

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 07:29 +1000

Alan Weiss, the "Million Dollar Consultant", is coming to Australia in November 2011, and the IMC has arranged two opportunities for members to attend his workshops in Melbourne and Sydney at special discounts. Act now!

ALAN WEISS - SYDNEY - 16TH NOV

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 07:29 +1000

ALAN WEISS TALKS ABOUT THE IMC IN AUSTRALIA

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 21:40 +1000

Alan Weiss talks about his experience working with the Institute of Management Consultants in Australia and why all consultants working in Australia should consider joining the Institute at www.imc.org.au/join

ALAN WEISS TALKS ABOUT THE IMC IN AUSTRALIA

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 21:40 +1000

ALAN WEISS TALKS ABOUT THE IMC IN AUSTRALIA

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 21:40 +1000

ALAN WEISS TALKS ABOUT THE IMC IN AUSTRALIA

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 21:40 +1000

ALAN WEISS TALKS ABOUT THE IMC IN AUSTRALIA

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 21:40 +1000

ALAN WEISS TALKS ABOUT THE IMC IN AUSTRALIA

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 21:40 +1000

ALAN WEISS TALKS ABOUT THE IMC IN AUSTRALIA

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 21:40 +1000

IMC eFLASH - NOV 2011 - IN 7 DAYS WHICH TYPE OF CONSULTANT WILL YOU BE?

Mon, 7 Nov 2011 08:51 +1000

The latest news from the IMC

IMC eFLASH - NOV 2011 - IN 7 DAYS WHICH TYPE OF CONSULTANT WILL YOU BE?

Mon, 7 Nov 2011 08:51 +1000

The latest news from the IMC

IMC eFLASH - NOV 2011 - IN 7 DAYS WHICH TYPE OF CONSULTANT WILL YOU BE?

Mon, 7 Nov 2011 08:51 +1000

The latest news from the IMC

IMC YOU TUBE CHANNEL

Sun, 6 Nov 2011 09:06 +1000

IMC Australia's You Tube Channel. See videos of all our upcoming speakers at our November Conference:
- Alan Weiss - The Million Dollar Consultant - Understand the unique selling skills a consultant
should possess to deliver your client maximum value whilst maximising your fees. Be rewarded according to your true value.
- Morris Miselowski - Futurevation the tomorrow and beyond of business - The three major trends that all businesses and consultants are going to have to be on top of, starting right now, if they are going to succeed tomorrow and beyond.
- Dave Staughton - How to Find More Clients and More Lucrative Consulting Work - Turn more casual conversations into new contracts and lucrative clients. Discover your own profitable consulting niches and learn how to say No! to non-ideal work. Find out how to get more repeat business and better referrals using the Head, Heart and Hands selling strategies!
- Scott Pape - How to Build your Personal Brand and Create your own Tribe of Followers - Learn the magic of personal branding from the
Money Guy.
- Bev Brough - Strategic Networking - Create quality networks. The 3 Ps of networking: Preparation, Participation and Planned Follow-up.
Networking skills and tips. The Do's and Don'ts of Networking.
- Donna Hanson - Maximising Your Technology - Turbo-charge your productivity. The tips and tools you MUST know in MS-Word & MS-Excel to slash the time it takes to do your everyday tasks. Doesn't matter what versions you use. Donna is both backwards and forwards compatible!
- Jenny Cartwright - Selling Professional Services by Phone - Build your confidence & motivation for cold calling / prospecting. Stop feeling like a pest when you call past & existing clients. Overcome the fear of rejection.
- Ben Price - The Man of A Thousand Voices - Ben Price is Australias best impersonator.

ALAN WEISS - LESSONS LEARNED

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:51 +1000

Alan shares some lessons learned from his "Writing on the Wall Series". Runs for 10 minutes, 34 seconds.

2011 IMC CONFERENCE - MAXIMISING YOUR PRACTICE

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 11:43 +1000

Full details of the 2011 Conference on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th November 2011. Download the brochures. Make a booking.

2011 ALAN WEISS WORKSHOP

Thu, 6 Oct 2011 23:50 +1000

Full details of the Alan Weiss workshop in Melbourne on Sunday 13th November 2011. Download the 2011 Alan Weiss brochure. Make a booking.

NSW: INGREDIENTS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE - IS YOUR RECIPE THE "RIGHT" ONE FOR YOU AND YOUR CLIENTS?

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:30 +1000

As a Management Consultant, there is an expectation of professional performance. But what does this mean in practice, to both the consulting profession, and to the client marketplace? What are the ingredients? What is your recipe?

There are many pathways that a “professional” may take to achieve recognition and viability as a management consultant. Brendyn Williams, Principal Consultant, Pentagon Management, and NSW member, will provide insight into the existing membership and competency frameworks provided by the Institute of Management Consultants (IMC). And he will stimulate your thinking by considering the application of a protocol for professional performance, as developed for the Engineering Profession.

Following a comprehensive review of professional performance, innovation and risk in contemporary engineering practice, The Warren Centre for Advanced Engineering has established the ‘PPIR Protocol’ to document the essentials of performance for Professional Engineers acting in a professional capacity.

Brendyn will expand on the Professional Performance, Innovation and Risk (PPIR) Protocol (www.ppir.com.au) and relate it to Management Consulting. He will introduce the concepts covered by PPIR and how they can be used as the essential ingredients of performance for your management consulting practice and your individual performance.

Key topics to be covered include:
o Membership – Qualifications, Experience, Code of Ethics, Consultant’s Pledge
o Certified Management Consultant (CMC) – Core Competencies, Code of Professional Conduct, Body of Knowledge
o Professional Performance – How can PPIR be applied to management consulting?

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your ‘evolving knowledge’ that you can use to the advantage of your clients! This is your opportunity to benefit – by enhancing your consulting ability based on ‘best practice thinking’ on how to act in a professional capacity.

NSW: INGREDIENTS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE - IS YOUR RECIPE THE "RIGHT" ONE FOR YOU AND YOUR CLIENTS?

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:30 +1000

QLD: TITANS OF INDUSTRY FORUM 2011

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 11:59 +1000

The QLD Chapter Committee of the IMC are delighted to offer our members a discounted registration cost for the Bond Investment Group Titans of Industry Forum 2011. This event will be held on 6 October 2011 at Bond University. A flyer is attached outlining the Speakers and Agenda. The QLD Chapter Committee would like to thank Graham Williamson for accessing this discount for IMC members

HEALTH INSURANCE DISCOUNTED THROUGH JLT

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 11:12 +1000

Jardine Lloyd Thompson, who administer IMC's Propak Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance scheme, offer IMC members the opportunity to benefit from their client wide discounted Health insurance scheme.

RESEARCH ONLINE KNOWLEDGE BASE FROM EBSCO

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 10:44 +1000

EBSCOhost provides IMC members with access to millions of full-text articles from the world’s leading business journals and books, as well as 100's of business book reviews. Management, human resources, marketing, leadership and change management are some of the key subject areas covered.

IMC eFLASH - SEPT 2011 - GREAT NEWS FOR CONSULTANTS!

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:44 +1000

The latest news from the IMC

IMC eFLASH - SEPT 2011 - GREAT NEWS FOR CONSULTANTS!

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:44 +1000

The latest news from the IMC

IMC eFLASH - SEPT 2011 - GREAT NEWS FOR CONSULTANTS!

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:44 +1000

The latest news from the IMC

IMC: 2011 NOV 12TH & 13TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:04 +1000

This year's National Conference is a not to be missed event.

Two days: Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th November 2011 at the Park Hyatt Melbourne.

This year's theme is "Maximising Your Practice".

Check out the list of great speakers:
Alan Weiss - the Million Dollar Consultant,
Morris Miselowski - The Future of Consulting,
Dave Staughton - How to Find More Clients,
Scott Pape - Personal Branding,
Bev Brough - Networking for Consultants,
Donna Hanson - Maximising Your Technology,
Jenny Cartwright - Selling Professional Services by Phone, and
Ben Price - the man of a thousand voices.

Take advantage of the end September "early bird" specials and the group bookings rate for 5 or more.

IMC: 2011 NOV 12TH & 13TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:04 +1000

IMC: 2011 NOV 12TH & 13TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:04 +1000

IMC: 2011 NOV 12TH & 13TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:04 +1000

IMC: 2011 NOV 12TH & 13TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:04 +1000

IMC: 2011 NOV 12TH & 13TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:04 +1000

IMC: 2011 NOV 12TH & 13TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:04 +1000

IMC: 2011 NOV 12TH & 13TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:04 +1000

IMC: 2011 NOV 12TH & 13TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:04 +1000

IMC: 2011 NOV 12TH & 13TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:04 +1000

IMC: 2011 NOV 12TH & 13TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:04 +1000

IMC: 2011 NOV 12TH & 13TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:04 +1000

VIC: THE ROAD LESS TRAVELLED - A PATH TO YOUR SUCCESS - 26 SEPT 2011

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:36 +1000

Anyone can open a consulting business and many do, but not everyone succeeds in establishing a successful professional practice or a satisfying consulting career.

The Institute of Management Consultants presents a path to your success – the “road less travelled”.

You are invited to an exclusive evening on Monday the 26th September, 2011 at 6 pm at the RACV Club where you will discover why the IMC is your competitive advantage in differentiating yourself from non IMC registered consultants and why IMC membership is an essential requirement for the consultant serious about career success.

This complimentary (we are picking up the tab) evening will give you the opportunity to network with other IMC members in a relaxed non formal environment over a drink and a bite, and learn about the State of the Consulting Industry as well as receive answers to the questions most other consultants take years to answer and implement:
- Where to go for advice and feedback (from non competitive peers)
- How to differentiate your practice or your personal brand
- How to structure pricing

You will also learn about some of the everyday benefits and savings enjoyed by IMC members:
- Professional Development via a variety of short courses and workshops
- Client Referral Service through an online database that is accessed daily by potential clients
- Preferential rates and discounts on a variety of products and services including Professional Indemnity & Public Liability Insurance and Health Insurance

We'll look at some of the intellectual benefits of membership:
- the EBSCO Research Knowledge Base, and
- the soon to be released Consulting Body of Knowledge.

VIC: THE ROAD LESS TRAVELLED - A PATH TO YOUR SUCCESS - 26 SEPT 2011

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:36 +1000

VIC: THE ROAD LESS TRAVELLED - A PATH TO YOUR SUCCESS - 26 SEPT 2011

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:36 +1000

ALAN WEISS - YOUR CHANCE TO MEET THE MILLION DOLLAR CONSULTANT

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 14:49 +1000

ALAN WEISS - YOUR CHANCE TO MEET THE MILLION DOLLAR CONSULTANT

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 14:49 +1000

QUESTIONS ANSWERED FOR HAVING CMC ACCREDITATION AND IMCA MEMBERSHIP

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 13:57 +1000

I thought I would share a recent client experience where having the designation of CMC proved invaluable. At times since achieving it in 1994 I have wondered about its value. My recent client experience may be of interest to Members.

QUESTIONS ANSWERED FOR HAVING CMC ACCREDITATION AND IMCA MEMBERSHIP

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 13:57 +1000

WHEN MANAGEMENT DECISIONS GET IN THE WAY OF PRODUCTIVE WORKPLACES

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 13:32 +1000

It constantly amazes me, despite all we know about human behaviour, that managers can still get the implementation of change completely wrong. Psychology may not be a completely exact science and there is much we dont know yet but it is better than whim. Moreover, there are some things for which we have ample evidence. For the purposes of this article, these are that employees are more fully engaged in their work and more productive if: their job satisfaction is high; the culture is essentially democratic; they are valued; intrinsic reward is the norm; they feel they have autonomy in their work; relationships are fulfilling; the work has meaning and purpose; and there is optimum variety in the work.

It has also been shown that as little as a fifth of all employees in developing countries are fully engaged at work and, hence, fully productive. More importantly, workplaces are potentially psychologically unhealthy, if not managed well, and this has considerable impact on those who work there. There are dire consequences indeed of managers not being aware of what is required to develop and maintain a positive workplace culture. And it is the management of an organisation that is fully responsible for the culture.

WHEN MANAGEMENT DECISIONS GET IN THE WAY OF PRODUCTIVE WORKPLACES

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 13:32 +1000

INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CONSULTING: LOOKING FOR WORK & TYPICAL ASSIGNMENTS

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:44 +1000

While it is certainly possible for individual consultants to win work with international development agencies such as the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, AusAID and NZAID, this is especially difficult without having already established a track record in the field. Usually, an easier route is to find work through one of the major Australia-based international development consulting companies. These firms are sometimes described fairly or unfairly as the body shops, which refers to the way in which they assemble and contract teams of people to bid for and, if successful, implement international development projects.

INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CONSULTING: LOOKING FOR WORK & TYPICAL ASSIGNMENTS

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:44 +1000

INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CONSULTING: LOOKING FOR WORK & TYPICAL ASSIGNMENTS

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:44 +1000

INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CONSULTING: LOOKING FOR WORK & TYPICAL ASSIGNMENTS

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:44 +1000

TAXING TIMES AHEAD: WILL CARBON BECOME THE MONEY TREE?

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 10:37 +1000

The domestic economy is under continuing pressures as the current profit reporting period will evidence in the erratic nature of business results. The cautious outlook adopted by some economic commentators comes as no surprise to a public currently bearing the brunt of rising costs. The concerns over immigration, rising costs and additional taxes are adding further negatives to the political mix as reflected in the polls.

Already this year there has been debate on the slowness in spending the Queensland Premiers Flood Appeal, the federal governments Flood Levy and now the Carbon tax all of which has ignited adverse public reaction. The underlying irritation of increased taxing at a time when costs are rising along with the warnings of further increases over the coming year does not give comfort to a fragile government. Presently we have the Carbon Tax debate going on with the doubts about the mechanism by which it will be delivered. Some of the elements remain vague but the recently released details of the tax rates can now be better understood. So first perhaps a few words on the Carbon Tax.

TAXING TIMES AHEAD: WILL CARBON BECOME THE MONEY TREE?

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 10:37 +1000

PITCHING YOUR CONSULTING SERVICES

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:37 +1000

Have you ever landed a whale? a really big consulting client? Are you up for the high stakes of pitching a large consulting contract worth a million dollars or more? Most professionals I know are great at consulting but they don't get enough practice at pitching and landing clients.

What makes a great rainmaker and what constitutes a great pitch? I've seen consultants email a written proposal at a client like a hand grenade in the hope of landing work, then gingerly approaching a few weeks later when they get no response. I have a new rule for proposals now - I never ever send a proposal by email or mail. I'll always take a full and proper brief and deliver the proposal in person. If it's not worth visiting to deliver the proposal its not worth doing the work! This rule is based on Alan Weiss philosophy of only writing up proposals as agreements, not as client propositions. Hope is NOT a business strategy!

PITCHING YOUR CONSULTING SERVICES

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:37 +1000

TWITTER FOR CONSULTANTS

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 17:48 +1000

Amidst all the hype about social media, its difficult to know what is useful from a consultants point of view. Like any new technology, some have embraced it wholeheartedly, while others have been more tentative, and some refuse point blank to go near it. As with any change, a fear of the unknown can be a barrier to making the most of a new way of doing things.

The three major social media platforms relevant to most businesses are Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. People of all generations are embracing Facebook for personal or business uses, while LinkedIn has a more professional focus. Where does twitter fit and how can we, as consultants, use it to our advantage?

TWITTER FOR CONSULTANTS

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 17:48 +1000

THE AUSTRALIAN CONSULTANT - WINTER 2011

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:44 +1000

About this issue:

The feature article introduces the upcoming major event for IMC this year the Annual Consultants Forum, combined with the opportunity to be inspired by Allan Weiss the foremost educator / thought challenger of Management Consultants in the world. So book your flights now for Melbourne Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th November.

If the bard were alive today he would roll over in his grave and write a line like To Tweet or not to Tweet!. Dr Monique Beedles helps with the answer to this poser in her helpful article Twitter for Consultants.

Once again David Staughton has produced a most helpful article to inspire and enthuse us Pitching Your Consulting Services. He also reviews some of the supporting literature that will be of help. An economic update Taxing Times Ahead, Will carbon become the money tree? - is another major thought provoking contribution from Colin Coverdale.

International Development Consulting: Looking for work and typical assignments by Sam Durland is a practical how-to reference work based on his experience and know-how within international consulting. You will very likely recognise some of the situations described in the article When Management Decisions Get in the Way of Productive Workplaces by Stewart Hase.

Finally, we include the contents of a letter written to John Groarke, NSW Chapter President by Michael McLean, namely Questions Answered for having CMC Accreditation and IMCA Membership.
Michael describes a recent positive and rewarding client experience based on recognition of his IMCA Membership and CMC Credentials.

THE AUSTRALIAN CONSULTANT - WINTER 2011

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:44 +1000

THE AUSTRALIAN CONSULTANT - WINTER 2011

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:44 +1000

VIC: FINDING THE FLIPSIDE

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 08:36 +1000

FINDING THE FLIPSIDE

Have you ever:

- Thought you understood your field of endeavour, only to find that there is more to learn?
- Realised that the message you thought you were conveying was not the same message that was being received?
- Been able to say that you really understand organisational and personal change?

Our Speaker

As a consultant, trainer and facilitator, Karen spent much of her working life advising large organisations about managing change or helping them to introduce change. She been lucky enough to work with lots of organisations in many different countries including the UK, USA, Singapore, Japan, New Zealand and Australia.

She is also no stranger to change herself, to life's twists and turns, glorious views and darker tunnels. She has had plenty of chances to both taste the sweetness and roll with the punches and in many ways it's been a good preparation - a kind of training - for what was to come. Until recently, she didn't really think much about how she coped with change. Whatever turned up - small, large, upsetting or energising - she generally seemed to get through, you might call her 'resilient' or maybe 'seasoned' or perhaps just plain stubborn. Until recently, she really thought she had looked change in the eyes and understood the nature of its gaze. But that was before 'Black Saturday' - that was before the most deadly bushfires in Australia's history.

On February 7th 2009 she found herself in a life threatening situation as she tried to protect myself, her animals and her property during the terrible Black Saturday bushfires in Victoria, Australia which destroyed thousands of homes and killed 173 people. In the end, she was lucky to get out alive and was left with the clothes she was standing up in, the contents of her handbag, one dog and, somewhat miraculously, her 2 horses. As changes go, this was a big one and it reduced her carefully constructed life to rubble in the space of one afternoon.

As part of her journey since that day, she has had cause the think carefully about the nature of change, of its place in our lives and how we choose to handle what happens to us. She has written a book which describes how it feels to live through a change of this kind and how she chose to approach the various challenges which presented themselves. she also speak about her experiences and what she has learnt on the road out to a new life. But most of all, she has changed her perspective on change itself and I'm aiming to use her experiences to help others.

Karen holds a Master of Science in Computer Integrated Manufacturing from Cranfield University and a Bachelor of Science in Computational Linguistics & Modern Languages from The University of Manchester. Before founding Direction Finder, Karen was Prinicpal Consultant Strategy & Operations and Project Management Capability Manager Asia Pacific at Price Watherhouse Coopers.

Karen is the author of The Flipside of Misfortune: A journey through change in challenging times, which is a personal story of surviving and thriving after the Black Saturday Bushfires in 2009.

Date

Monday, 22nd August 2011
From 6:00 pm - to 8:00 pm (Speaker at 6:30 pm)

Venue

RACV Club
Level 2, 501 Bourke Street
Parking Available

VIC: FINDING THE FLIPSIDE

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 08:36 +1000

VIC: FINDING THE FLIPSIDE

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 08:36 +1000

RESEARCH ONLINE KNOWLEDGE BANK FROM EBSCO

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 08:58 +1000

RESEARCH ONLINE KNOWLEDGE BANK FROM EBSCO

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 08:58 +1000

WA: NOTICE OF AGM 2011

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 11:52 +1000

The IMC Western Australian Chapter Committee gives notice of and invites you to attend the AGM, and to enjoy the hospitality of the Committee. We are in the final stages of confirming a Guest Speaker for the networking event planned after the AGM.

ANNOUNCEMENT - WA IMC CHAPTER ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

TIME 5:30pm Thursday, 15th July 2010
VENUE Maylands Peninsula Golf Course, Swanbank Road, Maylands 6051

Members Only - No Charge Event

AGENDA

5:30pm - Networking and enjoy the hospitality of the Chapter Committee

6:00pm - Annual General Meeting

Followed by – Guest Speaker (To Be Confirmed)

8:30pm - Close

Chapter Committee

At this meeting up to six (6) members will be elected to the Chapter Committee and will be charged with the responsibility of running the Chapter over the next year.

Nomination Forms - Must be received at the office of the Secretariat by 6:00pm Thursday, 24th June 2010

Proxy Forms - If your unable to attend: Proxy Forms must be received at the office of the Secretariat by 5:30pm Tuesday 13th July 2010.

All Forms are to be sent via fax to: 03 9898 0249

WA: NOTICE OF AGM 2011

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 11:52 +1000

IMC VIC: CONSULTING BODY OF KNOWLEDGE FORMAT SURVEY - WIN A FREE COPY OF THE CONSULTING BODY OF KNOWLEDGE

Tue, 31 May 2011 11:36 +1000

This survey is being used to determine the distribution media for the Consulting Body of Knowledge in Australia.

Complete this survey by 5pm on Friday 3rd of June 2011 and you could win a FREE copy of the 90+ page Consulting Body of Knowledge

VIC: CEOs – THEIR CHALLENGES, THOUGHTS & WHAT THEY VALUE IN CONSULTANTS

Wed, 18 May 2011 09:09 +1000

CEOs – THEIR CHALLENGES, THOUGHTS & WHAT THEY VALUE IN CONSULTANTS

Have you ever wondered:

- What would get a Chief Executive Officer’s attention?
- What are they thinking about?
- What are the challenges they perceive in running their organisations?
- What do they value in consultants?

Our Speaker

Our speaker this month is the Chief Executive of The CEO Institute in Victoria, Barry Westhorpe. The CEO Institute was founded by current Chairman Ken Gunn in 1992. Leaders from business, including not-for-profits and the public sector, meet regularly to share ideas, experiences and challenges and to be exposed to leading edge business thinking. The CEO Institute (www.ceo.com.au) has become the leading network of business leaders in Australia. Barry will answer these questions as well as introducing you to his organisation - The CEO Institute.

He is a highly qualified and experienced senior manager with an extensive and successful record of achievement in consumer goods and services, with leading national and global, public and private organizations. Barry has progressed through a number of key roles within marketing, sales and operational streams to manage several businesses, across multiple categories and channels, consistently delivering stakeholder satisfaction. These include:

Chief Executive Officer, Patons - 3 years
General Manager, Chiquita Brands - 5 years
National Sales and Marketing Manager, Farm Pride Foods - 4 years
National Trade Marketing, SPC - 8 years
Barry has participated in, and led several industry peak bodies. He holds a Master of Business Administration - Marketing/Finance USQ, a Bachelor of Economics SU and is a Certified Practicing Marketer. He is a Director of Selby and Westhorpe Accountants/Financial Planners, a Director of Business Icon, and a Fellow of the Marketing Institute.

Date

Monday, 23rd May 2011
From 6:00 pm - to 8:00 pm (Speaker at 6:30 pm)

Venue

RACV Club
Level 2, 501 Bourke Street
Parking Available

Pricing

$60.00 including GST for IMC and GMA Members
$80.00 including GST for Non members

RSVP

Noon Thursday 20th May 2011

VIC: CEOs – THEIR CHALLENGES, THOUGHTS & WHAT THEY VALUE IN CONSULTANTS

Wed, 18 May 2011 09:09 +1000

VIC: CEOs – THEIR CHALLENGES, THOUGHTS & WHAT THEY VALUE IN CONSULTANTS

Wed, 18 May 2011 09:09 +1000

20110318 - SUNSHINE COAST REGION - LUNCH - NOOSA HEADS BOWLS CLUB

Tue, 8 Mar 2011 17:12 +1000

THIS IS A GREAT NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY WITH MEMBERS AND PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS IN THE SUBSHINE COAST REGION

20110308 - DEMYSTIFYING DIFFERENT WIRELESS TECHNOLOGIES AND HOW THEY INTEGRATE WITH YOUR BUSINESS

Sun, 13 Feb 2011 10:15 +1000

DE-MYSTIFYING DIFFERENT WIRELSS TECHNOLOGIES AND HOW THEY INTEGRATE WITH YOUR BUSINESS

BOOK REVIEW BY DR MONIQUE BEEDLES | A Prescription for Change: The Terry White Story by Tony Koch

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 16:51 +1000

From humble beginnings on the Redcliffe Peninsula in the 1950s, Terry White, and his wife Rhonda, have built a nationally recognised and respected brand that has changed the face of community pharmacy in Australia.

IMC CONSULTANTS' FORUM BRISBANE OCTOBER 2010 | By Deb Archibold

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 16:40 +1000

Thirty five management consultants from across Australia came to the first annual IMC Forum and were treated to a varied, high value program. From the pre Forum dinner and networking through to the final session hearing about the triumphs and setbacks in building the Brumby’s empire from founder Michael Sherlock, IMC current and prospective members enjoyed a high quality program.

IMC CONSULTANTS' FORUM BRISBANE OCTOBER 2010 | By Deb Archibold

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 16:40 +1000

STRATEGIC IMPERATIVES

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 16:32 +1000

In order to achieve our goals, the focus will be on two key strategic imperatives for IMC during the next twelve months, namely:

1. Sound Governance, &

2. Membership Growth

Our plans for implementing these imperatives are outlined below

STRATEGIC IMPERATIVES

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 16:32 +1000

FEDERAL COUNCIL NEWS | By John Bielenberg

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 16:30 +1000

At the last Annual General meeting in October 2010, Tim Millar stood down as National President in order to be able to devote more time and effort towards his significant international responsibilities with ICMCI – the International Council of Management Consulting Institutes. I was humbled at being nominated and elected as Tim’s successor – see photo below of Tim and John at the AGM.

FEDERAL COUNCIL NEWS | By John Bielenberg

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 16:30 +1000

FEDERAL COUNCIL NEWS | By John Bielenberg

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 16:30 +1000

FEDERAL COUNCIL NEWS | By John Bielenberg

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 16:29 +1000

FEDERAL COUNCIL NEWS | By John Bielenberg

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 16:29 +1000

FEDERAL COUNCIL NEWS | By John Bielenberg

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 16:29 +1000

CODE OF ETHICS

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 14:59 +1000

As you know, a major binding principle of our professional institute membership that sets us apart from others is that we all agree to adhere to high ethical and professional standards. For some time, the wording and detailed application of our statement of ethics has been under review to ensure that it remains consistent with contemporary business practice and reflects how our members should operate professionally.

IMC: MAJOR NATIONAL UPCOMING EVENTS

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 14:57 +1000

Federal Council has determined that any major State Chapter event should be regarded as a National event. Two major events are planned to be organised and conducted by the Victorian Chapter during 2011, namely

Consultant of the Year Award

IMC: MAJOR NATIONAL UPCOMING EVENTS

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 14:57 +1000

IMC: MAJOR NATIONAL UPCOMING EVENTS

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 14:57 +1000

BOOK REVIEW By Dr Monique Beedles | A PRESCRIPTION FOR CHANGE: THE TERRY WHITE STORY BY TONY KOCH

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 12:06 +1000

MEMBER VALUE INITIATIVES | By Peter Buckingham

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 12:01 +1000

As an IMC Member, you should have received in November a range of offers from one consultant (member) to another (you!).
Eight offers were included in the package, and the idea is to consider these when and if you need one of these services - knowing full well that it is from another reputable member, making you an offer to assist your business (and your clients).

MEMBER VALUE INITIATIVES | By Peter Buckingham

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 12:01 +1000

MEMBER VALUE INITIATIVES | By Peter Buckingham

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 12:01 +1000

NEW YEAR - NEW YOU | It's a new year and time to change your life as a professional By Dave Staughton

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 11:46 +1000

Each New Year many people assess their life and make resolutions for changing their personal habits and setting new goals. Some typical resolutions include:
1. Health – eat well, lose weight, drink less alcohol, stop smoking
2. Fitness – exercise more & get fitter
3. Financial – pay off credit cards, save/invest money – less debt
4. Relationships – be more loving & romantic - less angry & hurtful
5. Travel – More holidays & overseas trips - less couch potato
6. Environment – Cleaner, neater, tidier - less mess = less stress
7. Life – More effort on hobbies & interests - less work!

NEW YEAR - NEW YOU | It's a new year and time to change your life as a professional By Dave Staughton

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 11:46 +1000

NEW YEAR - NEW YOU | It's a new year and time to change your life as a professional By Dave Staughton

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 11:46 +1000

ECONOMIC UPDATE 2010/2011 - COMMENTARY ON CURRENT ECONOMIC CLIMATE (AUSTRALIA) | By Colin Cloverdale

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 11:36 +1000

I can’t remember a time when the world’s sovereign debt was in such a mess. The EU is in disarray and the present situation has led to rumours that it could break up. Especially now that Greece, Ireland, Spain & Portugal are in trouble and it is also speculated that Ireland or Greece will default (again).

ECONOMIC UPDATE 2010/2011 - COMMENTARY ON CURRENT ECONOMIC CLIMATE (AUSTRALIA) | By Colin Cloverdale

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 11:36 +1000

IMC: CONSULTANTS' FORUM BRISBANE OCTOBER 2010 - by Deb Archibold

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 09:43 +1000

IMC: CONSULTANTS' FORUM BRISBANE OCTOBER 2010 - by Deb Archibold

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 09:43 +1000

IMC: CONSULTANTS' FORUM BRISBANE OCTOBER 2010 - by Deb Archibold

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 09:43 +1000

IMC: CONSULTANTS' FORUM BRISBANE OCTOBER 2010 - by Deb Archibold

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 09:43 +1000

Strategic Imperatives

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 09:39 +1000

Federal Council News - By John Bielenberg

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 09:34 +1000

THE AUSTRALIAN CONSULTANT - NATIONAL JOURNAL OF THE INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS IN AUSTRALIA

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 09:29 +1000

In this inaugural issue, the opening article is from our new Federal Council President – John Bielenberg who outlines a range of initiatives and services planned by members of Federal Council for the year ahead – see Federal Council News.

The highly successful IMC Consultants’ Forum is reviewed by Deb Archbold, together with key notes on topics covered that may prove of interest to those who were unable to attend.

THE AUSTRALIAN CONSULTANT - NATIONAL JOURNAL OF THE INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS IN AUSTRALIA

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 09:29 +1000

IMC FORUM PAPERS DOWNLOAD - BRISBANE OCTOBER 2010

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 16:00 +1000

Presentations of Speakers from inaugural IMC Forum in Brisbane October 2010

IMC FORUM PAPERS DOWNLOAD - BRISBANE OCTOBER 2010

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 16:00 +1000

Presentations of Speakers from inaugural IMC Forum in Brisbane October 2010

IMC FORUM PAPERS DOWNLOAD - BRISBANE OCTOBER 2010

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 16:00 +1000

Presentations of Speakers from inaugural IMC Forum in Brisbane October 2010

QLD241110 - CONSULTING BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT CLINIC

Wed, 3 Nov 2010 11:02 +1000

Two valuable sessions presented by John Groarke

20101124 - CONSULTING BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT CLINIC

Tue, 2 Nov 2010 14:27 +1000

Do you want to increase your profits, win new jobs, retain your clients and get advice on some of the challenges for your consulting business?

20100927 - EVENING - DISCOVER HOW TO USE THE RELEVANT SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS IN YOUR CONSULTING PRACTICE TO GAIN EXPOSURE, ENGAGE CUSTOMERS AND GROW YOUR BUSINESS

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 07:52 +1000

DISCOVER HOW TO USE THE RELEVANT SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS IN YOUR CONSULTING PRACTICE TO GAIN EXPOSURE, ENGAGE CUSTOMERS AND GROW YOUR BUSINESS

During this 45 Minute Presentation and 15 minute Q & A you will learn:

Why LinkedIn, Blogs and Twitter are the 3 essential Social Media Applications for your practice,
Which one should you use or do you have to use all of them?
How much time you will need to invest into social media marketing to reap the benefits?
How to find your target market online?
How to make your message stand out and be noticed?
What are the marketing Do’s and Don’ts of Social Media, and
How can you measure your efforts?

Who should attend?

If you have not used social media to seriously improve your business or your career, then this is for you. If you own, manage or are responsible for marketing in a Professional Services firm environment then you will benefit greatly

VIC: DISCOVER HOW TO USE THE RELEVANT SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS IN YOUR CONSULTING PRACTICE TO GAIN EXPOSURE, ENGAGE CUSTOMERS AND GROW YOUR BUSINESS

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 07:07 +1000

DISCOVER HOW TO USE THE RELEVANT SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS IN YOUR CONSULTING PRACTICE TO GAIN EXPOSURE, ENGAGE CUSTOMERS AND GROW YOUR BUSINESS

During this 45 minute Presentation and 15 minute Q & A you will learn:

Why LinkedIn, Blogs and Twitter are the 3 essential Social Media Applications for your practice,
Which one should you use or do you have to use all of them?
How much time you will need to invest into social media marketing to reap the benefits?
How to find your target market online?
How to make your message stand out and be noticed?
What are the marketing Do’s and Don’ts of Social Media, and
How can you measure your efforts?

Who should attend?

If you have not used social media to seriously improve your business or your career, then this is for you. If you own, manage or are responsible for marketing in a Professional Services firm environment then you will benefit greatly:

Increased Exposure - 85%
Increased Traffic - 63%
Qualified Leads – 52%
Closing Business - 48%
Marketers* who are reasonably new to Social Media have been getting amazing results and you can too!

* 2010 Social Media Marketing Industry Report

Our Panel of Experts:

See their detailed profiles on LinkedIn - they practice what they preach!

Sam Mutimer - http://au.linkedin.com/in/sammutimer

Gene Stark - http://www.linkedin.com/in/genestark

Simone Cohen - http://au.linkedin.com/in/simonecohen

Date

Monday, 27th September 2010
From 6:00 pm - to 8:00 pm (Speaker at 6:30 pm)

Venue

RACV Club
Level 2, 501 Bourke Street
Parking Available

Pricing

$60.00 including GST for IMC and GMA Members
$80.00 including GST for Non members

RSVP

Noon Thursday 23rd September 2010

To reserve your place or apologise, click on the link below

VIC: DISCOVER HOW TO USE THE RELEVANT SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS IN YOUR CONSULTING PRACTICE TO GAIN EXPOSURE, ENGAGE CUSTOMERS AND GROW YOUR BUSINESS

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 07:07 +1000

VIC: DISCOVER HOW TO USE THE RELEVANT SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS IN YOUR CONSULTING PRACTICE TO GAIN EXPOSURE, ENGAGE CUSTOMERS AND GROW YOUR BUSINESS

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 07:07 +1000

20101015FED - 2010 FORUM DINNER

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 17:46 +1000

20101015FED - 2010 FORUM DINNER

20101016FED - IMC FORUM 2010 - KNOWLEDGE FOR LEADING CONSULTING APPROACHES

Thu, 9 Sep 2010 15:39 +1000

IMC FORUM 2010 - KNOWLEDGE FOR LEADING CONSULTING APPROACHES

IMC FORUM 16th OCTOBER 2010

Thu, 9 Sep 2010 15:35 +1000

IMC FORUM 16th OCTOBER 2010

09092010 - IMC QLD CHAPTER PUB LUNCH - TOOWOOMBA

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:26 +1000

09092010 - IMC QLD CHAPTER PUB LUNCH - TOOWOOMBA

VIC: WORKFORCE 2010 – CHANGE, CHALLENGE & CHOICE

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 07:11 +1000

WORKFORCE 2010 – CHANGE, CHALLENGE & CHOICE

The workforce of 2010 is nothing like it used to be. With flexibility the key, contractors, casuals and temporary workers now sit comfortably in almost every business but what does this mean for business risk and planning?

Join Charles Cameron, a professional workforce management consultant, to hear about how workplaces have changed, how the players are different and the how legal challenges are plenty for the unsophisticated business.

This engaging session will provide attendees with practical yet critical workforce management information, including:
- How Fair Work impacts upon workforces and how they should be managed
- Whether a business truly outsources its risk when engaging contractors and temporary workers
- The fundamentals to creating an effective working relationship with an external employment service provider

Our Speaker

Charles Cameron is a professional workforce management consultant with extensive experience in workplace compliance and workforce planning. Having participated in the Business Advisory Group established by Julia Gillard to source employer input on the make-up of the Fair Work Act, Australia’s new workplace law. Also engaged by the peak industry body for the employment services sector to educate employers across Australia on the laws and trends facing modern employers, Charles is very well qualified to provide a meaningful briefing on how Australia’s multi-faceted workforces create challenges and opportunities for the attentive business advisor.

Date

Monday, 23rd August 2010
From 6:00 pm - to 8:00 pm (Speaker at 6:30 pm)

Venue

RACV Club
Level 2, 501 Bourke Street
Parking Available

Pricing

$55.00 including GST for IMC and GMA Members
$75.00 including GST for Non members

RSVP

Noon Thursday 19th August 2010

VIC: WORKFORCE 2010 – CHANGE, CHALLENGE & CHOICE

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 07:11 +1000

VIC: WORKFORCE 2010 – CHANGE, CHALLENGE & CHOICE

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 07:11 +1000

FEDCL160810 - STANDING AGENDA AND PAPERS - TELECONFERENCE 6.30PM AEST

Wed, 4 Aug 2010 10:05 +1000

AGENDA, REPORTS AND INCLUSIONS

FEDCL160810 - STANDING AGENDA AND PAPERS - TELECONFERENCE 6.30PM AEST

Wed, 4 Aug 2010 10:05 +1000

AGENDA, REPORTS AND INCLUSIONS

VIC: AGM NOTICE 2010

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 21:06 +1000

It's that AGM time again... show your support and attend - please note that this is a free 'members only' event.

VIC: AGM NOTICE 2010

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 21:06 +1000

It's that AGM time again... show your support and attend - please note that this is a free 'members only' event.

VIC: MARKETING & SELLING YOUR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ... FIND A MORE PROFITABLE CONSULTING NICHE!

Mon, 7 Jun 2010 23:41 +1000

MARKETING & SELLING YOUR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - HOW TO POSITION YOURSELF AS AN EXPERT AND FIND A MORE PROFITABLE CONSULTING NICHE!

This fun and interactive workshop is packed with mind-blowing ideas to help you truly position yourself as an Expert in your field and get more clients. Find out how to sell, negotiate and win bigger client & bigger fee consulting work. We’ll cover strategies for promoting your business and help you make more money! Learn tips and techniques for using technology and research tools to drill down deeper on your area of expertise. If you want to increase your income, work smarter not harder, you’ll need to be at this must-see motivational consultant’s workshop with Big Dave.

ABOUT DAVE STAUGHTON B.Sc(Hons) AFAIM – THE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT GUY

Dave Staughton is a scientist, author and award-winning businessman who helps companies make more sales. An expert on Selling Offpeak – making sales in quiet and tough times, Big Dave can show you how to get the most from your Consulting business. He has found several profitable consulting niches – including companies selling to wealthy baby boomers.

Dave has over 20 years experience in a broad range of industries including Mining, Retail, Hospitality, Travel & Tourism and Consulting. He’s been passionate about business since starting work in the family-owned hardware store at age six.

David is a qualified Geologist and worked for five of Australia’s largest Mining Companies. He left to start his own hospitality business and ‘became a Millionaire by age 30’. In 15 years he grew a multi-business empire in Victoria. In 2001 he successfully sold his venues and has been successfully consulting and improving businesses ever since. Big Dave clients now include ASX listed companies, franchise groups, family businesses, clubs and organisations along the East coast of Australia wanting to radically lift sales – as Dave says “Where there’s problems and pain – there’s PROFIT”

Date

Monday, 28th June 2010
From 6:00 pm - to 8:00 pm (Speaker at 6:30 pm)

Venue

RACV Club
Level 2, 501 Bourke Street
Parking Available

Pricing

$55.00 including GST for IMC and GMA Members
$75.00 including GST for Non members

RSVP

Noon Friday 25th June 2010

VIC: MARKETING & SELLING YOUR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ... FIND A MORE PROFITABLE CONSULTING NICHE!

Mon, 7 Jun 2010 23:41 +1000

VIC: MARKETING & SELLING YOUR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ... FIND A MORE PROFITABLE CONSULTING NICHE!

Mon, 7 Jun 2010 23:41 +1000

WA: NOTICE OF AGM 2010

Wed, 2 Jun 2010 10:03 +1000

WA: NOTICE OF AGM 2010

Wed, 2 Jun 2010 10:03 +1000

20100715 - EVENING - WA CHAPTER AGM 2010

Wed, 2 Jun 2010 09:54 +1000

WA CHAPTER AGM 2010

FEDCL050710 - STANDING AGENDA AND PAPERS - TELECONFERENCE 6.30PM AEST

Wed, 26 May 2010 16:16 +1000

AGENDA, REPORTS AND INCLUSIONS

RISK MANAGEMENT MINI MASTERCLASS

Wed, 26 May 2010 00:03 +1000

Download the Risk Management Mini Masterclass presentation given by IMC Victorian Chapter State President Stephen Lake.

This presentation to the Victorian Chapter covers:

What are the Australian Risk Management Standards, their history, and where can you find them?,
How do these compare to other standards like the Project Management Institute's Project Management Body of Knowledge?,
The steps to perform a risk management exercise on your business or for your clients,
What are the key risks clients face when hiring consultants and how you can demonstrate you are a safer choice?, and
What are the key risks we as consultants face and how to mitigate them?

RISK MANAGEMENT MINI MASTERCLASS

Wed, 26 May 2010 00:03 +1000

RISK MANAGEMENT MINI MASTERCLASS

Wed, 26 May 2010 00:03 +1000

RISK MANAGEMENT MINI MASTERCLASS

Wed, 26 May 2010 00:03 +1000

CONSULTING AND THE IMC IN AUSTRALIA - MAY 2010

Tue, 25 May 2010 23:30 +1000

Download a presentation given by IMC Federal President Tim Millar on the IMC in Australia.

This presentation to the Victorian Chapter covers:

The Consulting Environment,
The Consulting Profession,
The Consulting Marketplace,
The Consulting Need,
The IMC,
The ICMCI,
The CMC, and
Benefits of Membership.

CONSULTING AND THE IMC IN AUSTRALIA - MAY 2010

Tue, 25 May 2010 23:30 +1000

IBISWORLD REPORT ON THE CONSULTING INDUSTRY OCT 2009

Tue, 25 May 2010 23:13 +1000

Download a presentation given by IMC Victorian Chapter State President Stephen Lake on the October 2009 IBISWorld report on the Consulting Industry in Australia contrasted with the IMC's presence in Australia.

This presentation to the Victorian Chapter covers:

The Australia Market,
Primary Activities,
Estimates for 2009 – 2010,
Product / Service Mix,
Market Segment Share,
Does Size Matter?,
Employees by State,
Cost Structure, and
Sensitivities, success factors.

IBISWORLD REPORT ON THE CONSULTING INDUSTRY OCT 2009

Tue, 25 May 2010 23:13 +1000

20100628 - EVENING - MARKETING & SELLING YOUR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ... FIND A MORE PROFITABLE CONSULTING NICHE!

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 07:51 +1000

Marketing & selling your professional services - how to position yourself as an expert and find a more profitable consulting niche!
This fun and interactive workshop is packed with mind-blowing ideas to help you truly position yourself as an Expert in your field and get more clients. Find out how to sell, negotiate and win bigger client & bigger fee consulting work. We’ll cover strategies for promoting your business and help you make more money! Learn tips and techniques for using technology and research tools to drill down deeper on your area of expertise. If you want to increase your income, work smarter not harder, you’ll need to be at this must-see motivational consultant’s workshop with Big Dave.

FINANCIAL ADVICE FROM MOORE STEPHENS

Mon, 7 Dec 2009 18:02 +1000

The need for quality financial advice has never been greater. Evolving financial markets and regulatory regimes means more investment alternatives. Increasingly, clients need a financial partner that combines expertise with quality advice and service.

EVENTS CALENDAR FOR IMC AUSTRALIA

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:47 +1000

There are a range of regular events held in each IMC Chapter as well as National Events such as the National Conference. Use the selection "down arrow" on the right of the Agenda Tab to select which states events you want to see. Non members are welcome at the majority of IMC events. Federal Council meetings, Annual General Meetings and Committee meetings are restricted to the appropriate IMC members.

EVENTS CALENDAR FOR IMC AUSTRALIA

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:47 +1000

EVENTS CALENDAR FOR IMC AUSTRALIA

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:47 +1000

EVENTS CALENDAR FOR IMC AUSTRALIA

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:47 +1000

EVENTS CALENDAR FOR IMC AUSTRALIA

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:47 +1000