[nilirl]

Scientists and consultants both build models.

The scientists do,

Step 1: Build Model

Step 2: Think of implications

Step 3: Check if observations make sense based on implications

Step 4: If wrong, refine model or go back to Step 1. If right, submit to other people and ask them to verify.

The consultants do,

Step 1: Build model.

Step 2: Tell people this is the right model.

[taneq]

You’re missing the consulting steps:

0: Figure out what to build.

-1: Win contract.

-2: Declare that you have the best model and it’s perfect for this client.

:D