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Consulting
Offer expert advice in your professional field
Consulting pays $50-$300 per hour. With 10 hours per week, you can earn $2,165-$12,990 per month.
What is Consulting?
If you have deep expertise in any professional area — marketing, HR, operations, engineering, finance — you can consult for other businesses. This is the highest-paying side hustle if you have valuable domain knowledge.
Consulting Earnings Breakdown
| Hours/Week | Weekly (Low) | Weekly (High) | Monthly (Low) | Monthly (High) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 hours | $250 | $1,500 | $1,083 | $6,495 |
| 10 hours | $500 | $3,000 | $2,165 | $12,990 |
| 15 hours | $750 | $4,500 | $3,248 | $19,485 |
| 20 hours | $1,000 | $6,000 | $4,330 | $25,980 |
| 30 hours | $1,500 | $9,000 | $6,495 | $38,970 |
Skills Needed
Domain expertiseCommunicationProblem solvingBusiness acumen
Where to Find Consulting Work
Tips for Getting Started
- 1
Start by offering free 30-minute calls to build testimonials
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Package your expertise into frameworks and deliverables, not just advice
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Your network is your best lead source — tell everyone what you offer