Two books have been published in 2005 which may be particularly useful to those considering interim management as a career.

Interim Management by Dennis Russell and Ian Daniell

“This new book, which is a second edition of the title published in 1998, demonstrates how far the profession of interim management has moved on in nearly a decade.

Interim management has become increasingly popular as a short to medium term solution to business challenges by the private and public sector. The book has many examples of how senior interim professionals can add real value by turning round a company’s fortunes, managing a huge change programme or simply filling an important gap in the senior management team

The new volume also provides plenty of advice for anyone thinking of embarking on an independent career; a move that’s not for the faint hearted but one that will suit highly motivated, hard working and results orientated individuals who enjoy challenges and pressure.”

Dennis Russell has been a director of a London outplacement agency, and for five years was client services director for a successful interim management provider. Ian Daniell set up his own interim management provider business, and for three years was the Chairman of the Interim Management Association (IMA). Currently, Ian is the ‘industry champion’ for the IMA, charged with raising the profile of interim management.

The book can be obtained by sending a cheque for £15.95 to Aveton Books, 97 West Street, Faversham Kent ME13 7JQ or order by email: aveton3@executive-support.com.

Stop Dreaming and Start Doing by Frank Thaxton

“This very readable and practical book covers the whole agenda for starting a new business and setting out on what should be the best years of your life.

It sets out most of the key issues necessary to adopt a wide perspective when starting up, and will assist the reader to form a reasoned and balanced view of abilities, ideas and potential. The book asks several pertinent questions to start with - about yourself, what ideas you might have for a business and whether you are really suited to the life.

All of the sections of the book are based on sound practical experience and offer the reader real insight into the best ways to tackle the wide range of problems that might occur.

Thoroughly researched and completely up-to-date, the text is comprehensive without being daunting - an excellent book for anyone with an independent, entrepreneurial flair.”

Frank Thaxton moved from engineering and accountancy into venture capital where he specialised in advising and coaching, starting and growing businesses, mergers and acquisitions. He has a successful consultancy where he is passionate about helping people setting up or buying into independent businesses.

The book can be purchased in Blackwell’s stores or online at www.mb2000.com priced at £16.99.