When consultants attack

Overheard: a group of consultants discussing an absent peer's ability. Their conclusion? He's nothing but an empty suit. What a great put down.

Comments

[Freek Vermeulen]

It seems to be increasingly fashionable to dislike management consultants - in my opinion (only) partly with reason. Apparently they contribute to it too! For a personal view, analysis and illustration see http://freekvermeulen.blogspot.com/2008/01/management-consultants-happy-slapping.html and also http://freekvermeulen.blogspot.com/2008/01/management-consultants-pin-striped.html

[Carly Chynoweth]

This isn't an anti-consultant post by any means - I am simply admiring their dexterity with a put down!