High Performance Consulting Skills

Download or read book High Performance Consulting Skills written by Mark A. Thomas and published by Thorogood Publishing. This book was released on with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The concept of the ‘internal consultant’ is now gaining considerable ground as managers in support functions seek to redefine their role and effectiveness. The emphasis that it places on moving from a ‘colleague’ to a ‘client’ perspective within the business can bring major benefits to both adviser and organisation. This book provides... ... a practical understanding of the skills required to become a high-performance internal consultant, whatever your own area of expertise. It will help you: Develop stronger, more productive working relationships with internal clients Secure greater internal client commitment to initiatives and change projects Work effectively in a less formal and hierarchical way on projects and initiatives Market your services and build powerful internal networks Enhance your own worth and value to the organisation Who should read this book? All managers working in support functions, such as HR, audit, training, personnel and IT, as well as areas such as finance and marketing.