I've been in business (well, we call it the social sector, but, you know, get real) for more than 25 years. It told me to pay close attention – but be sure to have the salt cellar to hand. He may be sharper than most of his ilk when it comes to genuine business acumen. He got out of the latter firm having recouped most of his dues, which was more than many of his colleagues managed. He worked (somewhat accidentally he'll have you believe) for one of the biggest most prestigious management consultants in the U.S., left them as part of a break-away group which succeeded brilliantly and then failed equally brilliantly. On the other hand, by his own admission he made a more than reasonable profit out of management consulting, and he is now doing likewise out of showing what a sham it all is. Matthew Stewart is a former management consultant, so he should know what he's talking about. It is a criticism (and I mean criticism not critique) of the management consultancy business since its inception to the close of the first decade of the 21st century. Stewart's book is subtitled "Debunking Modern Business Philosophy". Some great insights that many a CEO should take note of, but maybe a bit too heavy for the general reader. Summary: A thorough review of the history of management consulting that successfully debunks the so-called science involved.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |