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“What do you think consultants do?’ ‘Tell you things you already know in a language you don’t understand.” quote by Keith Dixon
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““What do you think consultants do?’       ‘Tell you things you already know in a language you don’t understand.””

Keith Dixon

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Consultants often restate obvious truths in jargon, making them incomprehensible.

In simple terms: Consultants use jargon to hide obvious facts.

Key Takeaway

Seek clarity and simplicity in advice.

Themes

consulting communication clarity expertise

Mood

critical skeptical

Type

Consultants:1 Know Language:0 Tell Things:0 Consultants Tell:0 Think Consultants:0

When to use this quote

  • business meetings
  • client briefings
  • training workshops

Key Concepts

jargon knowledge translation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you ask for clearer explanations?
  • What signs indicate jargon over substance?
A Different Perspective

Over‑complexity can obscure useful information.

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