How to Make Money as an AI Consultant
AI consulting is the fastest way to monetize AI knowledge. Businesses know they need AI but have no idea where to start. You step in as the expert, audit their operations, recommend solutions, and often implement them too. The best part? You can charge premium rates because the ROI for clients is immediate.
What is AI Consulting?
As an AI consultant, you advise businesses on how to adopt and implement AI in their operations. This can range from strategic planning (which AI tools to use, what to automate first) to hands-on implementation (setting up chatbots, voice agents, automation workflows). You charge hourly or project-based fees.
How to Get Started
- Build expertise in AI tools, platforms, and use cases across industries
- Create a consulting framework (audit → recommend → implement → optimize)
- Build your personal brand via LinkedIn content, blog posts, or YouTube
- Offer free 30-minute strategy calls to attract prospects
- Deliver your first engagement and document the results
- Scale through referrals, case studies, and inbound leads
How Much Can You Earn?
Skills You Need
- Deep AI tool knowledge
- Business strategy
- Communication & presentation
- Problem diagnosis
Pros & Cons
- High hourly rates ($150–$500/hr)
- Low startup cost — just your expertise
- Can transition into agency or SaaS later
- Builds authority in the AI space
- Income tied to your time initially
- Requires continuous learning as AI evolves
- Scaling requires hiring or productizing
How ConvoCore Helps
Recommend ConvoCore to your consulting clients as the implementation platform. You can white-label it under your consultancy brand, deploy AI agents for clients, and earn recurring revenue on top of consulting fees.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a technical background for AI consulting?
Not necessarily. Many successful AI consultants focus on strategy and use no-code tools for implementation. Understanding business problems matters more than coding.
How do I find AI consulting clients?
LinkedIn is the #1 channel. Share AI insights, case studies, and actionable tips. Business owners will reach out when they see you know your stuff.
What should I charge for AI consulting?
New consultants start at $100–$200/hour. Experienced consultants charge $300–$500/hour. Project-based pricing ($5K–$25K per engagement) often works better for larger scopes.
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