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The market for consulting services is estimated to be between $130B and $150B annually, and professional consultants are among the highest paid workers, earning more than many doctors, lawyers and other professionals. It’s not surprising that consulting is attractive to many people who want to launch a business. After all, if you have a saleable skill, it’s an easy business to enter. No one will stop you from calling yourself a consultant and startup can cost as little as printing business cards and getting a business license.
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The market for consulting services is estimated to be between $130B and $150B annually, and professional consultants are among the highest paid workers, earning more than many doctors, lawyers and other professionals. It’s not surprising that consulting is attractive to many people who want to launch a business. After all, if you have a saleable skill, it’s an easy business to enter. No one will stop you from calling yourself a consultant and startup can cost as little as printing business cards and getting a business license.
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Four of 10 financial planners who have received the CFP (Certified Financial Planner) designation are self employed with average incomes just above $62,000 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Until 2007, you can take the CFP exam if you have a Bachelor's degree in any field and at least three years' experience in financial planning. If you don't have a degree, you can sit for the exam if you have five years' experience in the field. Beginning next year, you'll need a degree to qualify.
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Have you ever thought of becoming a consultant? If you have special knoweldege or skills that you believe you can market to others, you may have thought about starting your own consulting home-based business.
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Tired of being a wage slave? Downsizing, heavy competition, and tech-worker shortages have created more opportunities for consultants, independent contractors and freelances. These best-selling books help you to get started in computer consulting, or any other type of consulting, contracting or freelancing business. They cover the gamut, including start-up costs, self-employment taxes, marketing your services, customizing and negotiating contracts (agreements), and legal considerations. Sample agreements included.
