Are we all Interim Managers?

Many managers and executives last only a short while in post before moving on (or being moved on) - so are we all really Interim Managers with each new role being effectively a new interim assignment?

Well- yes and no. Clearly with the start of each new role for a permanent, both expectations (from the employer) and interest (from the employee) are high, but inevitably the internal politics and repetition take their toll on productivity levels.

However in the case of an Interim, the contractual relationship is different. Not the classic exploitation of the employee by the employer on which western capitalism relies, but more a business to business relationship where the Interim and the employer have a mutual interest in making the project a success.