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Rent their brain to build your engine. Never rent their engine to drive your car.
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3. The "Skin in the Game" Filter** Be wary of advice that carries no risk for the giver. If they recommend a strategy that destroys your company, do they still get paid? Whenever possible, tie a portion of the fee to **Success Metrics** (Outcomes), not just **Time Spent** (Inputs).
Read The Consultant Protocol: How to Buy Expertise Without Selling Your Soul
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