Aligning the Stars: How to Succeed When Professionals Drive Results

by Jay W. Lorsch and Thomas J. Tierney

Book Overview

Most businesses rely on talent to succeed, but none so much as professional service firms. Within this rapidly expanding, trillion-dollar industry, professionals--and how they're managed--are the primary source of competitive advantage. In fact, success in this sector is determined more by the people you pay than the people who pay you. This path-breaking book provides readers with a practical and integrated perspective on how to win in the unique...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1578515130
• ISBN13: 9781578515134
• Release Date: April 2002
• Publisher: Harvard Business Review Press
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.5" x 9.5"

Customer Reviews

Highly Recommended

As a former CEO of a professional services firm and experienced practitioner, I find this book to be highly insightful and thought-provoking. I refer to it often. The authors share many examples of how a leader of a professional service firm can create a stronger team and build a better firm. It is even more relevant in today's economy. Recommend it highly.