Looking back over some of my most popular blogs, I think this is worth a read
According to Andrew Turner, a seasoned Interim Chief Executive, specializing in change management, business strategy and performance improvement, there are broadly three types of interim assignment:
* Resource-Driven
* Project-Driven
*Change/Solution – Driven
Andrew believes that the characteristics of each type of assignment are typically as follows:
* Resource-Driven: Need for temporary staff – low risk to client and sponsor – high price sensitivity
* Project-Driven: Management and skills for a defined contract – low/medium risk – high/medium price sensitivity
* Need for Change: Need for fresh ideas and solutions. – What the client buys – Solutions. Scarce and specialized expertise; someone to help resolve complex problems. Risk to decision maker – High. Risk to company – High. Price sensitivity – Low.
Andrew argues that both Resource and Project Driven assignments should NOT strictly fall under the banner of…
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