Changing the Leopard's Spots

Why are some professional firms so successful? And how do they deal with the imperative of constant change? The one phrase that people generally associate with ... » 

Why are some professional firms so successful? And how do they deal with the imperative of constant change? The one phrase that people generally associate with the leopard is that it 'cannot change its spots', which is strange given that leopards do in fact develop entirely different colouring and patterns in response to their environment. In this thought-provoking book the authors use the analogy of the leopard's spots to illustrate how firms can deal with the continuing pressures for change.

The leopard combines adaptability and balance with a fundamental integrity of character. Finding a successful approach to renewal that combines these three characteristics is the challenge that faces every professional firm. The authors have both been Managing Partners of strategy consulting firms and have many years of experience in the professional services sector. They have been associated with im¬pressive success and have both lived through spectacular failure, and the lessons they have learned are to be found throughout the book. Rich in examples and insights, this is essential reading for all leaders and aspiring leaders of professional firms and teams. «