How to Start a Consulting Business

Help clients succeed while achieving your own career goals by starting a consulting business.

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Business at a glance
Income potential

$75,000-125,000

As with any salary range, consultant salaries depend on a lot of factors including your field, what kind of clients you work with, etc. The above range gives a range, but experienced consultants frequently make well over $250k depending on their niche.

Startup costs

$50-550 for a business license (depending on your location).

Training & Skills Required

There are no defined qualifications or certifications required for consultants. Education and/or experience in a relevant field (accounting, HR, law, marketing, branding, etc) is pretty much a must, though.

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