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Doradca Case Study

Recent political events in Poland have led to an increase in the opportunities for private enterprise. There are tremendous difficulties associated with initiating new companies, but for those Poles willing to take advantage of joint ventures and other opportunities, there can be good payback and strong potential. One such company, Doradca, began under during the time of the communist regime, and had strong ties to Solidarity. It grew from two employees in 1985 to more than 20 in 1991, and one of its most important participants, Jan Bielecki, was named prime minister in 1991 in part because of his familiarity with Western trade practices and his own companies success. This research considers the unique problems of human resources within Doradca, which are based in the company's unique history and place in the Polish business landscape.

The company's biggest strength is its network of international contacts. Doradca has worked with companies around the world to assist them in recognizing and pursuing opportunities in Poland, and also has entered the market as a trading company, foreign exchange operator and architectural consultant. These different operations have led to a variety of revenue sources, but have also taken away the emphasis from any one area of concentration. Nonetheless, the company is recognized in the international community as being effective in its activities, and its ties to the current prime minister are also strong and advantageous to its future.

Weakness at the organization comes from its diverse nature, and its inability to focus on any one area. In addition, the company has built its reputation by using outside contractors, and is only now building a staff of internal workers. While these workers are dedicated to the company because of its historic ties to Solidarity, they can make more money in other organizations better funded by Western sources, and there is a problem of perception as young wor...

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