Staffing is like Jumanji game...
You never know what new challenge to expect. You can get a fantastic project or a terrible one. That is why staffing is critical skill to master.
Why the Jumanji game?
If you have seen the movie, the kids throw the dice and get a new challenge.
That’s how it feels to start a new project. You never know what to expect.
Sometimes, you can get the best project on paper, but it’s a disaster in reality.
The only reliable decision you can make is choosing people to work with.
That is why, as a consultant, I believed the right staffing was 50% of success. Then, as a manager, I realized it was actually 80% of success.
But, the staffing process feels weird for new consultants.
It has its own rules and expectations—unlike anything else you see in any other company.
It’s like going through the recruiting process every time you get staffed for a new project.
It's an open market of supply and demand.
Consultants are motivated to find the best projects. Partners are motivated to find the best consultants.
That is why, to be successful, you must learn how staffing works to improve your chances of finding the best projects with the best leadership.
If you want to learn staffing tips and tricks, read this post: Staffing = Reputation x Networking.
The consulting journey is complex and treacherous.
Walking it alone is extremely difficult. It’s helpful to have the support of someone experienced who has gone through this journey and helped many others.
That is why, I developed a coaching program for MBB consultants to help them achieve high performance and become successful.
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