508: McKinsey’s Rise to Prominence Under Marvin Bower

11 Dec 2024 • 16 min • EN
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McKinsey's Marvin Bower: Father of Management Consulting | 19 Rules That Shaped McKinsey In this video, we dive deep into the legacy of Marvin Bower, the man who turned McKinsey & Company into the gold standard of management consulting. Known as the "father of management consulting," Marvin Bower’s vision, integrity, and groundbreaking leadership set McKinsey apart and established consulting as a respected profession. Discover the 19 rules that Marvin Bower enforced at McKinsey to ensure consultants upheld the highest standards, from wearing specific attire to prioritizing client interests above all else. Learn why these principles helped build McKinsey into a preeminent global firm and what they can teach us about leadership, values, and success. 🎯 Listen till the end to uncover: The story of Marvin Bower’s rise and his role in shaping modern consulting. 19 rules that McKinsey consultants had to obey or leave the firm. Key lessons from Marvin Bower’s leadership that you can apply in your career. 📖 For more insights: Marketing saves the world - https://amzn.to/40NW7UN McKinsey’s Marvin Bower - https://amzn.to/4hPACZP   💡 Want to learn how to become a trusted advisor for your clients? Start by understanding Marvin Bower's philosophy.  Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/-GURIMZqS7Y?si=7cR9ffF4yd-yVcfB   Here are some free gifts for you: Overall Approach Used in Well-Managed Strategy Studies free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/OverallApproach   McKinsey & BCG winning resume free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/resumepdf   Nine Leaders in Action: www.firmsconsulting.com/gift   Enjoying this episode? Get access to sample advanced training episodes here: www.firmsconsulting.com/promo

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