Consultants Contribute Quote by Victor Cheng
““An interesting problem arises with brand-new first-year consultants, who often contribute negative value to an engagement team. More-experienced consultants must double-check at an extremely detailed level anything these consultants work on. Thus, the additional time required to manage new consultants largely offsets their contributions.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Case Interview Secrets, Victor Cheng, 2012
New consultants often need intensive oversight, which can outweigh their contributions to a project.
In simple terms: New hires need heavy supervision, reducing net value.
Key Takeaway
Balance mentorship with tasks that match skill level.
Themes
consulting
mentorship
productivity
Mood
pragmatic
analytical
Type
advice
business
When to use this quote
- onboarding
- project planning
- team management
Key Concepts
efficiency
learning curves
resource allocation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you structure tasks to maximize learning while minimizing rework?
- What metrics can gauge a new consultant’s readiness for independence?
A Different Perspective
Excessive oversight can stifle confidence and growth.
