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Part of the fun of being a consultant is using our own, special vocabulary. (And recognizing that sometimes, to other people, we sound ridiculous.) But ...

A person that always exceeds expectations is always admired, right? Maybe not...when you’re a consultant. A good first impression is key for a strong, lasting ...

Sometimes a project goes just perfectly. People like you and trust you, they laugh at all your jokes, and they accept your ideas. Development is ...

In 1170, four knights under Henry II murdered Archbishop Thomas Becket in cold blood. Unfortunately, their client didn't document the order, and Henry pleaded ignorance ...

The first day with a new project or consulting engagement can be nerve racking. It is the time when you are least in your element, ...

Comedians and consultants actually have a lot in common, and not just that they both hate airports. A consultant has to see things as they ...

2013 was another year of tragedy and triumph and, as usual, we all witnessed loads of colossal public gaffes. Just like every other year. And ...

I once had an extended, heated argument with a client over adding 20 accounts to their 2,000+ value chart of accounts. I spent some of ...

Or, "How I learned to stop worrying and love the fact that I'm busy." Sometimes it’s hard to help your clients keep things together without ...

A client of mine came by a cubicle I was sharing with a junior consultant. The client said, “I’ll be gone for a couple of ...