March 21, 2004
The Recruiting Outlook for 2004
When does what a "retained" recruiter do for you cross over from head-hunting to quasi-management consulting? (Think: Acquiring a practice group or moving into a new city.)
And what about the trend towards more and more professionalization of firm management?
"With respect to the law firm trend of hiring COOs, I consider that an unequivocally positive development. COOs are driven by accomplishing strategic goals. They're not trying to manage a full-time law practice."And should these COOs be lawyers by training? "Many times a lawyer who has practiced but is now managing is the absolute best person to professionalize the management because they understand the business so well." Read more here. Posted by Bruce at March 21, 2004 10:04 AM | TrackBack
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