Lake Shore Associates, Inc.

The management consulting industry is growing, but not without change. From digitization and automation to new talent strategies and client expectations, the landscape is evolving fast. A recent article from @Emulent highlights key trends shaping the future, including: 🔹 The shift to digital 🔹 New ways to attract talent 🔹 Changing client expectations At Lake Shore Associates, we see these shifts as opportunities—not obstacles. Read more on what’s ahead. https://lnkd.in/gM555U7D #ConsultingTrends #BusinessStrategy #FutureOfWork #LSA

What makes a great leader? Eileen Koch unpacks the timeless principles of leadership that transcend age and experience. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eJrPFGPJ    Drawing on her journey and the wisdom of authors like @John Maxwell and Brené Brown, Eileen shares three fundamental keys to effective leadership:     ✅ Lead with kindness  ✅ Do what you say you’ll do  ✅ Be prepared    See how these principles can transform your leadership approach and drive successful outcomes in any professional setting.   

Although consultants have good intentions, they can sometimes get caught up in these major fails: 🚫 Not leveraging external or internal expertise 🚫 Losing sight of the overall goal and ignoring employee concerns 🚫 Lacking a solid communication strategy 🚫 Failing to lead by example or foster a culture of trust 🚫 Not building strong internal support for change 🚫 Skipping trial runs At LSA, we avoid common change management pitfalls by fostering a culture of collaboration and strong communication. This ensures everyone is aligned and engaged, leading to successful change adoption. Thanks to John Edwards at CIO Online for the insights: https://lnkd.in/evHU-uDs

Using AI to find the “why”: “AI can be leveraged to understand employee sentiment through natural language processing. This allows change managers to tailor their communication to address these sentiments and better communicate the 'why' behind changes, ultimately leading to greater employee buy-in.” Studies show that employee buy-in is a key predictor of change adoption. One of the most helpful ways AI can aid change management consultants is by uncovering the 'why' behind changes, enhancing employee buy-in and success. Thanks to Forbes for this fascinating take on the potential of AI in change management: https://lnkd.in/gkwZuTgA

Happy Valentine's Day! Here are some ideas for employee recognition for the team members you love: 🩷 Local coffee shop gift cards 🩷 Candy buffet 🩷 Dessert exchange 🩷 Hot cocoa bar 🩷 Heart shaped cookie decorating 🩷 Breakfast spread 🩷 Ice cream sundae station #ValentinesDay #ChicagoEvents #LoveInTheAir #LSA 📸: Meg Quinn

Need ideas for networking as a consultant? Check out these great ideas from Hubspot. Networking isn't just about meeting people, it's about creating meaningful connections that can lead to opportunities, insights, potential collaborations, and more. Read the full article on networking ideas here: https://lnkd.in/gbuKiW-r

Effective vendor management is critical for streamlined operations and cost efficiency. At LSA, our strategic vendor management solutions ensure that your relationships with suppliers are as productive and beneficial as possible. Explore our services to see how we can improve your vendor interactions. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gg2_dY26 #VendorManagement #OperationalExcellence

Discover how organizational changes can become “movements.” Inspired by Charles Duhigg's "The Power of Habit," we explore the three-step process that can transform simple changes into powerful momentum. At LSA, we strive to emulate these principles, fostering strong community ties and robust leadership to ensure lasting success in business transformations. Learn more about turning your next change initiative into a movement with us! Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/gNX8dZcY #ChangeManagement #BusinessTransformation #LSA 

LSA's change management expertise is essential for up-and-coming businesses looking to scale. Take, for example, how we guided one of the fastest-growing premium spirits companies in the world through implementing a Product Lifecycle Management system. Ready to bring your business to the next level? Learn how we can drive transformative change for you too. https://lnkd.in/g9e7DA3t #ChangeManagement #BusinessGrowth #LSA #TransformationSuccess

Change management can be tough – and even more challenging when you’re a new leader! Never fear, here are practical change management tips to help you thrive. 💡 https://lnkd.in/g5eBuRbm Learn from the best and improve your approach for 2025. #ChangeManagement #LeadershipTips