Selecting a Business Advisor

As you consider the right person to create a business advisory relationship with, ask yourself which of the following is important to you.

1. Is willing to challenge me and any member of my team when necessary?
2. Has special expertise important to the company?
3. Is available outside meetings for advice and support?
4. Has expertise on global business issues?
5. Understands Firm's key technologies and processes?
6. Brings external contacts that are potentially valuable to the firm?
7. Has detailed knowledge of the Firm's industry?
8. Is accomplished at representing the Firm to stakeholders?

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