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Don't Be That Guy

On a project team, it’s often easier for your teammates to get you fired (or re-assigned) than to learn to live with your annoying habits. Job security is all about getting along and fitting in, so you do not want to be the most annoying guy on the project team.

In other words, don't be That Guy:

It’s also about recognizing that you probably are that guy sometimes and being a little bit more patient with your colleagues as a result.

Click here to read about Pontification Man, Um Man, Too-Much-Detail Man and all the other annoying people on our list.

7 Things Every Consultant Should Do

Every consultant develops tricks and techniques that make his (or her) services stand out from the crowd.  Here are a few tips for managing your reputation and work habits while you are refining your own style.

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End the Turf Wars

Do you think your organization is the only place where Finance and IT are continually at odds?  Think again. 

Productivity, common sense and personal accountability have fallen victim to the Turf Wars in corporations all over the world. 

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Three Common Billing Mistakes
of Independent Consultants

Compromising on the rate.
Skipping the discount.
Letting ego get in the way.

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Situation:  Your customer likes and respects you.  Everyone shows up for meetings on time and prepared to work.  There is plenty of money left in the budget.  Tasks and deliverables are all complete ahead of schedule.  This job is easy!

Challenge:  How do you keep your skills and instincts sharp between problems?