True Professionalism: The Courage to Care about Your People, Your Clients, and Your Career - David H. Maister

In True Professionalism, trusted business expert David Maister argues that providing the best and most efficient services to clients involves a personal commitment to self-improvement and meeting the needs of others. This invaluable guide book of insights and strategies is written for all professionals and firm leaders who wish to adhere to ethical, professional procedures, and make money while doing it. \nDavid Maister, the world's premier consultant to professional service firms, vigorously challenges professionals to examine this essential, yet under-addressed question: What is true professionalism? \nProfessional firms are forever trying to get their people to act like professionals--to do the right things. Though their various incentives may create employee compliance, these don't often encourage excellence. His answer is clear: It is believing passionately in what you do, never compromising your standards and values, and caring about your clients, your people and your own career. In clear and compelling terms, Maister shows that this approach is not only ethical but also conducive to commercial success.\n