The growing demand for pricing experts, changes to revenue models (especially the rise of the subscription economy) and the introduction of new technologies (AI and specifically machine learning) was changing the skills needed for pricing expertise and opening new job opportunities and career paths. Our research resulted in a competency model to help train and develop pricing experts.

Reflecting on the importance of shifting our approach to understanding others from asking about their professions to exploring their values. Through various encounters during travels, discovering that focusing on what people value leads to more meaningful conversations. This introspection prompts us to rethink the screening process for potential investments, emphasizing the significance of motivation and values.

Embracing the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi, this blog explores beauty in imperfection and impermanence. It challenges the pursuit of perfection in a world that often overlooks the unexpected and unaligned. Through reflections on art, innovation, and competency models, it advocates for valuing the unique and remarkable over the flawless and standardized.

Pricing is a critical capability where the skills required are changing rapidly. TeamFit is partnering with Ibbaka to explore. Professional Pricing Society.

Delve into the intricacies of the unconscious mind with insights from Dr. John Bargh's book, "Before You Know It." Explore the concept of the visible future and its impact on decision-making, both for individuals and businesses. Discover the importance of skill management in shaping the future trajectory of companies, and learn how TeamFit's inference engine simplifies the process by capturing skill requirements and aiding in strategic planning.

As of 2024, The LinkedIn Design Thinking Group has now surpassed 339,000 members. In 2017, the LinkedIn Design Thinking Group was at 100,000 members, and its growth has continued steadily.

The world of Service Design—an interdisciplinary skill that blends elements from various fields such as user experience, systems design, marketing, and psychology to optimize new services. Explore its key principles and associated skills, and learn how Ibbaka enhances collaboration in this innovative domain.

Discover how professional services companies can navigate market development, account management, and service delivery with agility. Uncover the essential skills underlying this innovative cycle and learn how Ibbaka is collaborating with companies to accelerate service innovation and drive digital transformation. Join us in shaping the future of professional services.

Gain insights into strategic differentiation in professional services from Brian Conlin, an experienced CEO. Discover the importance of adopting a 'client-in' perspective, understanding client needs, and building solutions that drive real value.