Joining a one-man shop

Has anyone ever joined or know people that have joined one-man advisory firms, looking to build a team out?

The obvious risk is that the firm lives and dies by the business that one person can bring in. Assuming a very active pipeline, what reservations would you have in joining a firm like this and what proper due diligence would you suggest for someone considering joining?

Considering I'm transitioning to consulting, it seems like an opportunity to take more on much earlier than I would at a larger firm, while the chance to be involved in growing and developing the firm is also attractive.

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This is good because if you join, you can say that you helped with recuriting, leading to a 100% increase in employee hiring.

Very impressive!

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