The Renaissance Consultant: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Salesforce

In the rapidly evolving landscape of Salesforce engagements, the dichotomy between specialization and generalization is often a topic of intense debate. However, an emerging trend underscores the invaluable asset of possessing a Renaissance-like breadth of skills in navigating the complexities of Managed Services. This session ventures beyond the conventional wisdom, advocating for the power of a broad-based skill set in enhancing consultancy effectiveness across the entire client engagement lifecycle.

The purpose of this presentation is to illuminate the multifaceted nature of Salesforce consultancy, demonstrating how a wide-ranging expertise not only enriches the consultant’s toolkit but also significantly amplifies their impact in Managed Services. In an era where adaptability and holistic understanding are key, this session reveals how integrating skills in front-end sales, solution engineering, project management, and both declarative and programmatic application development fosters a more nuanced and effective approach to client engagements.

Session Objectives:

To challenge the prevailing notion that specialization trumps generalization in Salesforce consultancy.
To showcase the practical benefits of leveraging a broad skill set in Managed Services.
To provide strategic insights into navigating the client engagement lifecycle with a multidisciplinary approach.

Attendees will leave the session equipped with:

Strategies for cultivating a diverse skill set that enhances consultancy effectiveness.
Practical examples illustrating the successful application of a broad-based approach in various stages of the client engagement lifecycle.
Insights into balancing depth with breadth in skill acquisition to navigate the complexities of Salesforce engagements more adeptly.

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Location: Lake Harriet Date: July 17, 2024 Time: 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm James McGhee James McGhee