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Changes By New Employees Versus Consultants

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I think there is a bias or perception about a person who comes into the company to make changes. The internal team members tend to resist change. However, if a company has a consultant to come in to work with them on the change, it is then more acceptable and team members tend to cooperate to work with the consultant.

Do any of you feel the same thing? And why does this happen?

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This solution discusses why employees tend to be less resistant to changes suggested by outside consultants than to those recommended by newly-hired colleagues.

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Actually, I think you answered your own question. People who are hired as employees are generally competing against other employees for perks such as raises, bonuses, and promotions. They are seen as competition for the pool of salary money. Most consultants are paid a multiple of ...

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