How do you respond when a client disparages the work of another firm?

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You don’t say anything. You listen

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“I’m sorry that happened; it sounds frustrating. What are you going to be looking for when you work with us to ensure a successful outcome?"

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Depends on the firm. If they are bagging on Accenture, then just assume it’s the corporate way of establishing a common ground.

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join in and make up terrible stories about the firm in question

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ZS1 is good Kermit and D1 is evil Kermit

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I guess it's no longer just D1, must be a D thing 👀

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Take notes, kids This is how you do it.

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Do I’ve never seen a Consulting project fail, and it be 100% the fault of the consultants. Typically, the client had a role to play. Maybe scope was unrealistic; maybe politics or culture killed innovation. Whatever. I’d be on the lookout for these factors so I can ensure my project delivers.

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So, not Do

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They’re hella fire tbh

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