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People such as Peter Drucker, Tom Peters, and James Martin have discussed the revolution in business concept that we may feel in our jobs. A very visible leg of this revolution is that of technology and tools. A less visible leg is the one based on the revolution in the meaning of employee. The consultant, as an independent entrepreneur, provides an example illustrating the empowerment of the individual driven by intrinsic motivation and self discipline.
The Consulting Option is an examination of concepts that are proving to be important in understanding the employee of the future.
Things change, faster and faster. How do we cope? A first step might be that of understanding the nature of the change and what it means.
What is the Consulting Option?
Why is the source of motivation a key?
Why is volunteerism a source of ideas?
How does the Consulting Option fit within social trends?
What do consultants do?
Are you the kind of person who can make a living as a consultant?
What do you need to do to prepare for a career as a consultant?
What kinds of problems are common to new business startups?
What sources of help are available to help solve business problems?
What are the basic business structures and which best fits your ideas?
What are the primary considerations in business administration and management?
How do you determine what to charge for what you do?
What do you do to establish an image for your business to market your products and services?
How do you go about selling your products and services?
What is the importance of relationships and what is the basis behind them?
What kinds of business relationships are important to consultants?
What is the meaning of social responsibility for a business?
How does technology impact how you do business ?
What is corporate welfare and can you tap into it?
How do you keep up with your customers and competitors ?
What are the implications of cultural views of intellectual property ?
How can a business be a responsible citizen in its community ?
Reference Works - useful basic reference material
The study of management - business management theory
Software management - the emphasis on the management of complex projects involving intellectual property development.
How to - practical advise and suggestions for operating a business and getting things done
The business of consulting - practical business advice
The human factor
Social issues
Suggestions from others
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