Asher Black

Asher Black is a co-founder of Free Agent Source and its Corporate Storyteller. As a consultant, his practice areas are Sales Effectiveness & Engagement, Education Program Implementation, Brand Story and Corporate Messaging. He often serves as a fractional leader, is a frequent public speaker, and media talent. He also lives in Brooklyn, plays guitar, writes fiction, and practices the martial arts.

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The Gold Standard in Enterprise Consulting: Direct Relationship, Corporate Accountability

Free Agent Source Inc. is revolutionizing the world of enterprise consulting with its unique approach to delivering top-notch services. We pride ourselves on being a pioneer in the industry, emphasizing direct relationships with our consultants and corporate accountability. Here are five reasons why Free Agent Source Inc. stands out as the gold standard in enterprise …

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Transitioning employees to contractors doesn't have to be hard, and it's a great way to avoid layoffs.

Transitioning Employees into Contract Relationships—The Next Logical Step

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we work forever. While the virus was the trigger for the rapid transition to remote work, it has also accelerated a process that was already underway – changing the nature of work relationships. The alignment between employee desires and employer needs is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to change the …

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Get your people, get sh(it) done.

Meet the Adventurer Exec—The Leader Who Gets (Sh)it Done

The Adventurer Executive is a unique breed of executive who is passionate about achieving results and driving success in their organization. They are highly focused on performance, making things happen, and accomplishing objectives that make a difference in their area of the business. The Adventurer Executive thrives on challenges, is highly competitive, and is motivated …

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Most consulting presentations are about nothing, and that's intentional.

A Project is Not a Powerpoint Presentation – How Built in Failure Stymies Project Goals

As an executive, you’ve likely experienced the frustration of hiring a consulting firm that promises big results but delivers only a costly PowerPoint presentation. It’s a common experience, and it’s not unintentional. For many traditional consulting firms, going over budget and pushing out timelines is how they get paid and avoid accountability. At these firms, …

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IT consulting firms that get shit done vs. land and expand

Consultants are More Aligned with Clients than Either Are With Traditional Consulting Firms

Consulting firms are often known for introducing proprietary processes, long data-gathering times, mandatory strategy consultation, and unnecessary extra consulting team members. While these practices may work for some clients, they can often lead to frustration and a lack of progress for others. The best consultants thrive on accomplishment and direct collaboration with the client company. …

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