In praise of one-man bands
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Small consultancies founded by 'gurus' with new ideas are thriving while most of the business is being dominated by huge firms. Author/gurus such as Tom Peters and Robert Waterman, Michael Hammer and James Champy, and C K Prahad and Gary Hamel have had a great influence on modern management practice.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1997
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The advice business
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The management-consulting business is growing swiftly and expanding world- de, remarkably for a practice that is so new, unstandardized and not really essential. The complexity and confusion of global markets are fueling the growth. The top consultancies and range of services are discussed.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1997
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The big idea: that's what clients want
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Business consultants realize the value of ideas, and they advocate a concept called 'thought leadership.' Ideas, they claim, are essential in attracting both customers and quality employees. However, a single idea can be stolen and consultants must be able to solve any problem that arises.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1997
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