I think that open offices are great - for my competition. :-) One advantages of being the "little independent consultant" is that I can control my environment.

I think that open offices are great - for my competition. :-) One advantages of being the "little independent consultant" is that I can control my environment. I think you can reduce a geniuses output by a fair percentage just by adding distractions (like all sitting at the same table as your colleagues).