THE CALL OF CONSULTING
CFOs were asked how attractive a career in consulting is to senior-level accounting and finance executives. Their responses:
| 47% Very attractive |
| 43% Somewhat attractive |
| 6% Somewhat unattractive |
| 2% Very unattractive |
| 2% Don’t know |
The most attractive aspect of a consulting career, according to CFOs:*
| 27% Variety and challenge of work |
| 21% Attractive compensation |
| 20% Flexible schedule |
| 18% Ability to make decisions more autonomously |
| 13% Active employment |
*Responses do not total 100% due to rounding; question asked of respondents who think a career in consulting is very or somewhat attractive.
In-demand attributes for consultants:
| Adaptability |
| Change-management experience |
| Drive and enthusiasm |
| Soft skills |
| Technical expertise |
Source: Robert Half Management Resources survey of more than 1,000 CFOs at U.S. companies with 20 or more employees
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