British Academy of Management – Management Consulting Network (MCN) January Coffee Morning Our most recent Management Consultancy Network coffee chat investigated a phenomenon that many of us have witnessed, and perhaps even lived through; the rise of the "Accidental Manager." The discussion was sparked by recent research into how frequently technical excellence is mistaken for leadership potential. Whether in the civil service, a global sales team, or a high-stakes consultancy project, the consensus was clear: being the best at "doing" the job doesn't automatically mean you’re the best at "managing" the people who do it.
Here are the key takeaways from our community’s morning brew and insights.