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Over a decade-plus consulting career I always tried to either discourage spurious new projects or work myself out of current engagements. While this was locally sub-optimal it led to long-term relationships that meant meaningful work, strategic initiatives and more money.

You could also try hoarding knowledge in an effort to maintain your value but this strategy also has a limited shelf-life.

I'd politely suggest you don't focus on solely optimizing the status quo until you're near the end of your career and ready to ride it out. Otherwise you will be in trouble down the road.




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