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Between Us, Most Retainers Are Rent

Between us, a lot of monthly fees buy a standing meeting, not standing work. Here’s how to tell which one you’re paying for.

Portrait of Nelson Ansah

Nelson Ansah

JUL 22, 2026 · 4 MIN READ

Pencil drawing: two chairs leaned close together, one whispering to the other
PENCIL DRAWING: TWO CHAIRS LEANED CLOSE TOGETHER, ONE WHISPERING TO THE OTHER

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