YOUR CHOICE. YOUR SPACE. YOUR FREEDOM.

Do you want to take control of the next chapter in your professional life?     and/or

Is your company seeking alignment with driven and competent people?

LET’S GET STARTED

First things first, we all need a strategy

Whether it’s personal or professional endeavors, a career development plan strategy provides the roadmap to success, guiding us, individuals and businesses, towards our desired outcomes.

Businesses need a robust strategy, including a comprehensive development plan, to effectively navigate market dynamics, outpace competitors, and achieve sustainable growth. 

Similarly, individuals may find themselves navigating their careers without direction or purpose. Without a well-defined career development plan strategy, opportunities for growth can be overlooked, and decisions may lack alignment with their aspirations. 

How we help individuals and businesses

Assessments

Our comprehensive assessments provide valuable insights into your strengths, skills, and career aspirations.

Coaching and Training

Our strategy expert development, Dr. Julia Ivy, provides personalized guidance and support tailored to your specific needs.

Events: BE-EDGE Consult-a-thon 

Our events guide talents and people synchronize their strategies through participating in  case writing competitions.

Introducing the visionary

behind BE-EDGE

With dual Ph.D. degrees in Psychology and Management, Dr. Julia Ivy is a compassionate executive professor, strategy expert, and talent alignment specialist. Her captivating keynote speeches and acclaimed books published in 10 countries have inspired individuals and businesses alike.

Having personally immigrated and recalibrated her own career, Dr. Julia Ivy brings a unique empathy and understanding to guide others on their path to success.

Celebrating our achievements and progress

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years of research and practice in psychology and strategy

 240+

consulting cases for businesses of different sizes

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Edge-crafters – graduating students and career changers

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BE-EDGE’s clients and partners are in 23 countries and counting!

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Success stories

I enjoyed reading the consulting report that the edge-crafters worked on for my business.  They did an amazing job detailing the demographics in the area. It was clear that a lot of work went into research, so it was spot on.

Eric's Health Food Shoppe

Case Client

I believe this type of event has a great potential to bring businesses and global talents — potential & current residents with expertise in marketing and business strategy together to execute strategies that will make Eastie great.

Mayor's Office of New Urban Mechanics

Case Client

The team we have as consultants brought dimensions of creativity within their category of involvement and expertise. As we are still working with the group, they continue to ask questions that both help to share more considerations for our organizations next steps and helps us learn ways we can also better communicate our organization’s needs.

Fashion Revolution USA

Case Client

The BE-EDGE method helped me even after graduation! In my current work, I have applied the same E-D-G-E steps when worked on solving a challenge of the shrinking market share of traditional bonds.

Prior to taking the Your Personal Strategy course, I had no idea where to start or how to start defining my path and creating a competitive portfolio of my characteristics. From day one in joining this program, I knew that I would find these answers. Primarily, I have been using the knowledge of crafting my EDGE to create a more in-demand portfolio for myself that is targeted at the career I want.

I have been using BE-EDGE to prepare for my interviews and I got my dream job! I use BE-EDGE to gain employers’ trust and enable them to picture themselves working with me in the future.

Our Edge-crafters' community

Latest news

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AUGUST 2023

KEYNOTE SPEAKING BY JULIA IVY ON MARKET ENTRY PERSONAL STRATEGY

In a groundbreaking keynote address set to resonate on September 9 at Northeastern University, renowned executive professor Julia Ivy will unveil a strategic paradigm shift for student career growth.

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AUGUST 2023

BE-EDGE TO LAUNCH “BECOMING A CASE CONSULTANT” PROGRAM IN SEPTEMBER

In a dynamic stride towards professional development, BE-EDGE is on the verge of unveiling an exciting new program, “Becoming a Case Consultant.” This revolutionary initiative, designed as an online, self-paced journey, immerses participants in real-world case studies.

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JULY 2023

BE-EDGE CONSULT-A-THON: OFFICIALLY REGISTERED TRADEMARK

The BE-EDGE Consult-a-thon is a transformative force, ready to rewrite the rules of consultations and pave the way for a harmonious and productive future. As the patent application journey continues, the world awaits a new era of collaborative synergy, where organizations and individuals stand united, driven by a shared vision of success.

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JUNE 2023

BE-EDGE “IMPACT” CONSULT-A-THON SPARKS TRANSFORMATIVE SOLUTINS ON 3 SMALL BUSINESSES

The BE-EDGE “Impact” Consult-a-thon 2023 concluded as a resounding success, leaving participants, sponsors, and clients brimming with satisfaction. The event’s legacy of transformative solutions and collective determination promises a more impactful future.

JUNE 2023

BE-EDGE “IMPACT” CONSULT-A-THON CONNECTS 12 EDGE-CRAFTERS FROM FIVE COUNTRIES TO TRANSFORM SOCIAL MISSION COMPANIES

The BE-EDGE “Impact” Consult-a-thon has just concluded this weekend, and it was an absolute blast! This thrilling event brought together 12 incredibly talented edge-crafters from five countries, including Ukraine. These brilliant minds united to synchronize their expertise and make a remarkable impact on three socially-driven companies.

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MAY 2023

‘YOUR PERSONAL STRATEGY’ COURSE SPARKS EXCITEMENT IN 30 INDIVIDUALS READY TO TAKE CONTROL OF THEIR CAREER PATHS

Dr. Julia Ivy’s “Your Personal Strategy” course has generated significant buzz within the professional community, attracting individuals from diverse backgrounds and industries. With limited spots available, the platform has ensured a focused and interactive learning environment, allowing participants to receive personalized attention and feedback.

MAY 2023

NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY PARTNERS WITH DR. JULIA IVY

Northeastern University students, are you looking to develop a winning career plan? Look no further than Dr. Julia Ivy’s “Crafting Your Personal Strategy” course, offered in partnership with BE-EDGE. Read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity to partner with BE-EDGE and Northeastern University to stand out in the competitive job market with Dr. Julia Ivy’s expert guidance!

NOVEMBER 2022

IMPACT CONSULT-A-THON™: INDIA FOR BOSTON

Many of today’s graduates are multi-taskers, tech-savvy, and interested in rapid career development. They also want to make a difference! They desire to find or create their own unique space in the job market and be considered as design thinkers and problem solvers. If this sounds like you, it may be time to make a proactive effort to change the game. 

OCTOBER 2022

A VIRTUAL SESSION TO HELP UKRAINIANS FEEL EMPOWERED

Dr. Julia Ivy, together with invited experts, developed a series of virtual sessions for professionals who are ready to enter a new professional market – physically moving to a new country or region or virtually positioning themselves as global player. Due to all the turbulence in Eastern Europe in 2022, the contents of the sessions were specifically tailored to people from Ukraine, Belarus, and Russia who had to escape the horror of the war and authoritarian regimes.

JULY 2022

GET READY AS BECOMING EDGE CLUB IS LAUNCHING SOON!

Stay tuned for details about our BEcoming EDGE Club launching which will kick off in October 2022.
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JUNE 2022

EXPAND YOUR WORK POTENTIAL AND GET A PROFESSIONAL ADVANTAGE WITH DR. JULIA IVY’S BE-EDGE CONSULT-A-THON

Eleven master’s graduates from six countries and four masters’ programs decided to participate in IMPACT BE-EDGE Consult-a-thon as their Summer 1 Direct Study with Dr. Julia Ivy, whose area of expertise is in personal strategy for boutique employability.
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MARCH 2022

CONNECTING UNLIKELY PARTNERS: INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS & LOCAL COMMUNITY

Dr. Julia Ivy was invited once again as a keynote speaker in Waikoloa, Hawaii for two conferences that took place- the Western Casewriter Association Conference and Western Academy of Management. Four brilliant and talented CASE CONSULTANTS joined her to present their respective case studies- all developed through the BE-EDGE method.

Featured videos

EDGE-CRAFTERS’ PERSONAL STRATEGY STORY

Cody felt stuck, surrounded with locked doors. He has dreams of becoming a researcher for the Library of Congress (LoC) someday, so he started crafting his edge and his now on his way to fulfilling his dreams as a global player.

HACKATHON VS. BE-EDGE CONSULT-A-THON

Find out the difference between their goals and results.

WHAT DID YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT BE-EDGE CONSULT-A-THON?

As they say, being surrounded by like-minded people boosts your confidence, motivation, and productivity. Just like Dana Bogatko, she met incredible people during the event, who eventually become her long term friends too.

Upcoming event

“Becoming a Case Consultant” Launching

Familiarize with the case consulting by solving real-life consulting challenges.

SEPTEMBER 2023