[LINK] private question for off list - consulting

[stephen at melbpc.org.au]

Rachel writes,

> But I am at odds a bit at what to charge.. I have a lot of skills
> across UNIX/Mac in all sorts of areas, from Enterprise to small
> business... But how do we charge for this? I started with a figure
> of about $70ph but I have been told this is not enough, that I need
> to increase it, but I also do not want to price myself out. I think
> I have the experience to pick and choose my jobs and try to earn
> a little more. Any advice, please!

Rachel if I had such a need I'd ask for your expertise in a heartbeat.

You're getting great advice here on Link. Just for interest I Googled
"IT CONSULTING RATES AUSTRALIA" and, up comes some relevant info also.

A quick results-scan seems to say two things.. "one of the most common 
questions a consulting newbie asks: How much should I charge?" also it
looks around $80/hour is one normal ICT level. My mechanic is $70/hour
and I have to take the cars to him, and also fit his schedule/timeline.
Sure he's a great mechanic, but, basically, only has an apprenticeship.    
So with your high level knowledge, skills and education $70 may be low? 

http://www.consultantsconsultant.com.au/pdfs/acg_intro_chapter_1.pdf
http://www.flyingsolo.com.au/forums/money-matters/15578-consulting-rates-
what-charge.html
http://www.lifehacker.com.au/2012/05/what-are-the-hourly-rates-for-it-
contractors/   etc, etc ..

And also to nail things down this appears a good consultancy agreement?
http://www.gunamoi.com.au/hc/HC-StandardConsultancyAgreement.pdf

Good luck pal. Only, please don't get too busy and forget Link friends.

Cheers, Rachel
Stephen Loosley
 

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