When a Problem Is Worth Solving

Thu, 22 May 2025 12:04:38 +0200

I used to take on any project that came my way. That was a mistake.

Not every problem deserves your time, and not every client is worth working with. Over the years I’ve learned to filter opportunities through a simple set of questions before committing to anything.

Can they fix it themselves?

If the answer is yes – or if a decent blog post could solve it – then it’s not a consulting engagement. It’s a homework assignment. The value of consulting lies in the gap between what the client knows and what they need to know. Close that gap and you’ve got nothing to sell.

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When a Problem Is Worth Solving