Hey Flood,

I like to stop by your blog every few weeks and catch up on your progression. Its fun to read about! This post was something I can relate to. I often think about the “value” I create in consulting – a spreadsheet, a deck? Useful information (sometimes!), but its still not that tangible. I’m a step removed from just “moving money”, but it isn’t that far.

But, if the work isn’t “valuable” as I perceive it, why is so much money put into it? Why does our economy pay for bankers, business leaders, or consultants? Do I not know all the information? Maybe I’m missing something?

Let’s assuming I do have all the information, and if that is the case then I guess my definition of “value” doesn’t always line up with a capitalistic or economic definition of value. It’s worth realizing, though, that clearly not everyone shares the same definition of value. Is there one right definition of value?

I won’t be able to make it to Dewitt for the bar tomorrow night, but I hope you’re well!

Eric

p.s. someone made the point of calling out “no grid lines” to me the other day. Your line made me laugh.