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Purpose
– This viewpoint looks at what can be done to increase the numbers of women in consulting firms.
Design/methodology/approach
– The authors interviewed almost 40 senior people in leading consulting firms around the world.
Findings
– Many factors have a bearing on whether women become partners, but our research highlights how important sponsorship is in particular.
Originality/value
– This viewpoint suggests there is more to mentoring and it can be particularly helpful for women trying to make partner in consulting firms.
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2016
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