Flawless consulting
by Peter Block · first published 1981
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For fifteen years, internal and external consultants have relied on Peter Block's landmark bestseller, Flawless Consulting, to learn how to deal effectively with clients, peers, and others. Using illustrative examples, case studies, and exercises, the author -- one of the most important in his field -- offers you his legendary warmth and insight. This much-awaited edition is for you, even if you don't think of yourself as a "consultant." - Jacket flap.
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…implementation on Google sheets if you are 100% confident of who can see it. I am never that confident and want to work somewhere the customer’s IT security is happy with. I would recommend the book Flawless Consulting by Peter Block. It’s about management consulting at a more senior level than implementation consulting but the points about agreeing with the customer what they need to provide to you for you to do your…
on “Ask HN: How do I prepare for a job as an Implementation Consultant?” ↗I can highly recommend Flawless Consulting by Peter Block. He covers all these issues and many others. Self awareness is critical to success. If you are inexperienced you need to be able to recognize/acknowledge your inexperience. Then read everything…
on “The shittiest project I ever worked on” ↗…in the beginning, the client sees us as someone who avoids issues. It is difficult to change these images and expectations of us - particularly if the client wishes us to bend over and avoid issues. > Flawless Consulting, A Guide to Getting Your Expertise Used by Peter Block (2011)
on “Ask HN: Name one idea that changed your life” ↗