Clients Quote by Andrew Thomas
“A consultant to be worth his salt must give honest judgments not necessarily those which he thinks the clients would like to hear.”
About This Quote
Source Business Book: Consulting Ethics, 2012
A consultant must give truthful advice, even if it’s unpopular with clients, emphasizing integrity over appeasement.
In simple terms: Consultants should be honest, not just please clients.
Prioritize integrity over client approval.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- strategy meetings
- performance reviews
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to deliver unwelcome advice tactfully?
- When is it okay to with client preferences?
Clients may resist harsh truths.