I m confess about my career choice but hope you help
you have some following characterization may that help
I ll be satisfied when doing work that :
1. Allows me to create and develop innovative solutions to problems while improving existing systems.
2. Lets my work in a logical manner to implement your good ideas, and rewards you what I persevere.
3. Deals with other industrious people that have knowledge and intellect I respect.
4. Gives me credit for my imaginative ideas, and let’s me keep control and ownership over how they are carried out.
5. Exposes me to interaction with a small group of other intellectual people, and is free of interpersonal differences.
6. Allows me to work independently, and provides me with a steady stream of new information and opportunities to increase my skills.
7. Permits me to produce a product that complies with my high standards, and not the subjective whims of others.
8. Avoids repetition and detail-oriented demands.
9. Allows me to freely modify or transform people and systems, while giving me a high degree of autonomy and control.
10. Evaluates my performance based on clearly defined criteria, and compensates me fairly for my contributions.
MUCH APPRECIATE THE INFORMATION YOU HAVE
PROVIDED ME.
COULD YOU PLEASE PROVIDE MORE
-YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
-YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE
TO GET A BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF YOUR CAREER PATH.
THANKS
REGARDS
LEO LINGHAM
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QUESTION: -YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
bachelor degree in electronics engineer
-YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE
I have some talents try to to develop like (writing poems , stories , stage plays , screen plays )
also directing , photographing
but all the above dont want to be a career beccause I did the for (joy - prove my talent - share the world my vision & thoughts ) if they outcomes cash it ll be an extra for me
I have good background , info in business managment , international business , marketing ) I like it
noticed that
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I have to be employed , hate routine , I like to be freely my be disciplined but freely I need ( the place let me generate ideas , plan , do strategies , design product , develop systems ..................
Answer AOB,
HERE IS SOME USEFUL MATERIAL.
REGARDS
LEO LINGHAM
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Based on your two emails' information about yourself,
my best judgement is
-You have a strong leaning
*towards innovative thinking.
*towards strategic thinking
*towards a planned approach to work.
*towards a systematic work plans
*towards applied changes
etc etc.
ALL THESE LEADS TO CAREER IN
*MANAGEMENT CONSULTING.
*BUSINESS CONSULTING
*STRATEGIC PLANNING
ETC ETC.
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WHAT IS
BUSINESS/ MANAGEMENT CONSULTING
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The role of MANAGEMENT / business consulting of any type is
-to provide management support
-to provide advice
-to help change management
to corporations.
This consuting process involves
-exploration
-diagnosis
-planning
-designing
-iniating
-implementing
-executing
-evaluating
of projects.
There are various opportunities in consulting , such area as,
The consulting firms like ACCENTURE/ OTHERS handles various BUSINESS
DYNAMICS like
-customer relations management systems
-product development / positioning
-demand planning systems
-inventory management systems
-business process improvements
-business continuous improvements
-project planning and control
-strategic capacity planning
-operational management system
-TQM [ quality management system]
-MRP SYSTEM [ material planning ]
-business process re-engineering
-information system
-supply chain management
-business integration
etc etc
1. MBA
MBA is not mandatory for the entry position, but if you have
a MBA it eases the entry point, as there is a good perception
for the MBA applicant, as he /she is perceived to have the
necessary knowledge level. Though it is not always true.
But if you have a masters degree with honours in civil engg.,
structural engg., or project management
or operational research, you have an equal chance / opportunity.
Also, if you have a graduation with honours in any of the above
subjects , with 5 years of solid working experience, you stand
an equal chance.
If you have the required qualifications and experience and
the competence , then the sky is the limit.
What counts at the end of the day , is the competency
that is your ability/ knowledge/skills/attitude/ aptitude
which is the total sum of professionalism.
With this, you can go anywhere--in the world.
My own suggestion is
-gain 5/6 years of hands on experience in industry
-then seek career in consulting.
This gives you an edge in consulting, because you have the
extra dimension of dealing with human beings/ operation -- day in / day out.
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Based on experience,
a 5/7 years of hands-on-experience in your field
would lead you to an experienced consultant.
And another 3/5 years of solid experience in consulting
would make you a role model of successful consultant.
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ENRICH YOURSELF
There is a lot of understanding required for a successful career
in consulting.
What is consultancy?
Defines management consultancy as ‘the provision to management of objective advice and assistance relating to the strategy, structure, management and operations of an organisation in pursuit of its long-term purposes and objectives. Such assistance may include the identification of options with recommendations; the provision of an additional resource and/or the implementation of solutions.'
Management consultants are ‘those organisations and/or individuals that participate in the process of management consultancy within a framework of appropriate and relevant professional disciplines and ethics designed for the activity of management consultancy.'
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This means the clients seek not only recommendations but also implementations
of solutions.
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Typically, a management consultant will be engaged in providing / demonstrating:
change management skills
technical and business knowledge
business understanding
ownership, management and delivery of solutions to clients
project delivery and risk management
excellent interpersonal skills
ability to transfer skills to others
creative and analytical thinking
problem solving / making judgement
selling/ persuading
presentation
communication [ oral/written]
adherence to a code of conduct and ethical guidelines
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Market Capability and Knowledge:
The application of fact-based knowledge, bringing together the combination of technical skills, business understanding, sector insight and external awareness.
Consulting Competence defines the core consultancy skills, tools, and techniques which are essential in delivering consultancy services.
Professional Behaviours are the entry-level professional behaviours and attitudes which act as ‘enablers' in achieving market capability and consulting competence.
Each consulting project, however short, goes through five phases:-
Entry and contracting
This is a critical stage of any project, to do with the initial contact with the client, including exploring the problem, deciding whether the consultant is the right person to work on this issue, both the client's and the consultant's expectations and how to get started.
Discovery and dialogue
Consultants need to come up with their own sense of the problem, and help the client to do the same; who is going to be involved in defining the problem, what methods will be used, what kind of data should be collected, how long will it take?
Feedback and decision to act
Reporting the data collection and analysis, including setting ultimate goals for the project and selecting the best action steps or changes.
Engagement and implementation
In many cases the implementation may fall entirely on the line organisation, though the consultant may also be involved.
Extension, recycle or termination
Evaluation of what happened in the previous phase. Sometimes it is not until after some implementation occurs that a clear picture of the real problem emerges. In this case the process recycles and a new contract needs to be discussed.
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Some current / modern observations in the consulting field---
clients are becoming more selective buyers; demanding specialised technical knowledge or skills… the expert not the generalist…..
shifting balance from traditional IQ based measures to emotional intelligence as predictor of excellence and success….
the boundaries of what constitutes management consultancy are blurred…. larger consultancies offering services spanning strategy to outsourcing…. low barriers to entry for sole practitioners
impact of future working patterns…new organisation models….growth in networked practices diminishing value of knowledge……as availability increases, effective sourcing and application becomes the differentiator
An effective Management Consultant requires a balance of behaviours, skills and knowledge. This is defined in the framework which follows as market capability, consulting competence and professional competence.
1.Market Capability : This is the application of fact-based knowledge. It brings together the combination of technical skills, business understanding, sector insight and external awareness.
2.Consulting Competence: These are the core consultancy tools, techniques and skills which are essential in delivering consultancy services.
3. Professional Competence :These are the behaviours and attitudes which act as ‘enablers’ in achieving market capability and consulting competence.
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CONSULTING COMPETENCE
These describe the core consultancy tools, techniques and skills which are essential in delivering management consultancy services. [ applies to any disciplines or sectors]
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Building and sustaining relationships
*Presents ideas convincingly to achieve specific outcomes
Demonstrates skills in building consensus and resolving conflict
Applies techniques to achieve influence, impact and results with stakeholders
Conveys ideas and thoughts in a clear focused style using effective verbal and non- verbal communication techniques in formal and informal situations
Uses presentation tools and techniques effectively to engage to audience
Produces clear client correspondence and reports selecting most appropriate style to achieve desired outcome
Manages group processes to achieve desired outcomes, using tools and techniques to maximise the groups decision making potential
Manages, develops and appraises others, delegating where appropriate
Seeks support from peers where appropriate
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Applied expertise and knowledge
Selects and uses appropriate diagnostic tools, methods and techniques
Actively seeks out new and appropriate tools
Captures and builds knowledge in defined processes
Shares knowledge and experiences with others
Applies knowledge, tools and technical expertise to support value creation, tailoring it to the specific needs of the client
Manages client projects effectively ensuring objectives, deadlines and budgets are met by team members under own control
Competent use of project planning, tools, milestones appropriate for the size and scale of the project
Demonstrates the ability to assess, form and allocate work streams, managing own time and that of others to meet deadlines
Operates competently in all areas of project delivery
Manages ‘medium risk’ projects (working with others, high complexity)
Identifies, quantifies and manages issues impacting of delivery of project
Actively manages client expectations
Demonstrates track record of successful delivery in a range of delivery roles in client engagements
Ensures quality of own deliverables and those of team
Monitors and measures client satisfaction
Works with the client to determine a handover process to ensure skills transfer, sustainability of results and knowledge capture as appropriate for project.
Reviews and predicts any potential areas of deficit, addressing them before the engagement end
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Market Capability
Recognised as expert in own discipline[ IT /HR/ FINANCE/ PRODUCT/MARKETING]
Discusses impact of other disciplines on area of work with confidence and knowledge
Applies technical expertise across one or more sectors [ FINANCIAL/ TELCO/ ETC]
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of sectoral business issues
Demonstrates up to date depth of knowledge of political, economic, social, technological, legal and environmental factors (PESTLE) impacting on sector and/ or technical area of expertise
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Client Focus
Understands and defines client requirements
Presents clear comprehensive written proposals
Engages the client in selecting and owning optimal design options
Manages client interface, maintaining focus on overall deliverables agreeing and applying contractual terms of engagement
Understands and engages expertise of others alongside own.
Leverages network effectively to research and define client issues, generate innovative solutions for clients and /or inform delivery solution
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Professional Competence
Demonstrates professional competences
Professionalism and Ethics
Complexity & Responsibility
Personal Growth
Analytical & Proactive thinking
Interpersonal Interaction
* Delivery effectiveness
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Professionalism and Ethics
Operates with professionalism and integrity in all aspects of role including conduct, appearance, adherence to codes of practice and working in the best interests of the client.
Demonstrated Behaviours
Adheres to consultants' code of conduct
Deals appropriately with ethical issues within the code of practice
Ensures professional advice given is technically sound and relevant to client needs
Sets high personal standards
Acts with integrity
Embraces diversity in terms of culture, religion, race and gender
Is courteous, reliable and responsive in dealing with others
Respects confidentiality
Engenders trust
Is respected by professional colleagues
Analytical and Proactive Thinking
Applies analytical and proactive thinking to client agenda to ensure robust, leading edge client solutions
Demonstrated Behaviours
Adopts a logical, coherent and consistent approach to problem solving
Understands the alternative implications of different issues and courses of action
Recommendations are supported by facts and research
Makes decisions on a rational and timely basis
Challenges assumptions and probes detail
Develops and tests mental models to ensure practical application
Demonstrates flexibility, creativity and innovation in generating solutions and recommendations
Complexity and Responsibility
Assumes responsibility for own actions, understanding complexity of operating environment and impact of selected course of actions on others.
Demonstrated Behaviours
Demonstrates responsibility for actions which extend beyond the immediate area of scope
Develops thought-through courses of action which take into account issues beyond the immediate scope of role
Works effectively in complex environment s containing value-conflicts and uncertainties which extend beyond the immediate area of practice
Interpersonal Interaction
Interacts and empathises effectively with others to achieve desired outcomes.
Demonstrated Behaviours
Establishes and maintains productive working relationships
Comes over as confident and assured
Willingness to understand alternative perspectives
Expresses views clearly and openly and without arrogance
Contributions actively sought by others
Seeks to build solutions of mutual benefit
Delivery Effectiveness
Demonstrates resilience, drive and commitment to results.
Demonstrated Behaviours
Acts on own initiative
Persists with job until complete solution has been delivered
Calm and rational approach when under pressure
Flexible and adaptable to changing demands and deadlines
Lives with ambiguity
Keeps ‘big picture’ in focus, simultaneously addressing detail
Balances priorities, managing time effectively
Personal Growth
Proven track record of self development and personal growth
Demonstrated Behaviours
Demonstrates awareness of own development needs and opportunities
Pro-actively seeks opportunities to further own development
Recognises impact of own behaviour on others
Seeks and acts on constructive feedback from clients, peers and team members to further personal development
Sets and monitors personal learning and development objectives
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A BROAD SPECTRUM OF SKILLS/ ABILITIES NEEDED ARE
1.LEADERSHIP AND INFLUENCE
-individual leadership
-meeting leadership
-developing organization talent
-sensitivity
-collaboration
-persuasiveness
-sales skills
-negotiation skills
-rapport building
etc
2.DECISION MAKING
-analysis
-judgement
-selecting/ promoting decisions
3.ADMINISTRATIVE / MANAGERIAL
-planning/ scheduling
-managing the job
-delegation
-control
