The article highlights the eight lies that workplace learning and performance professionals should be aware of before signing a contract with a consultant or vendor. The author presents various revelations from clients who have shared their experiences when engaging into project with vendors. It was inferred that considerations must be carried out by organizations when hiring training vendors to ensure that it meets the requirements needed to accomplish the project. In addition, understanding the different factors that affects consultant and vendor relationship will help enhance understanding on the contributions offered by consultants and vendors to organizations.