I've also heard that the viewpoint that successful consultants don't "look like" permies. Doing otherwise might increase the perception that their work is somet

I've also heard that the viewpoint that successful consultants don't "look like" permies. Doing otherwise might increase the perception that their work is something which could instead be done by a permanent employee. No axe to grind, worked both sides of that fence. Not sure if I think there is much truth to it. I do know some odd-looking consultants though :-)