Consultant Rate Calculator
Management Consulting Fees
Output Benchmarks
How to use this Consultant Rate Calculator
Input Data
Enter your current Consulting metrics into the labeled fields above.
Analyze Ratios
Instantly view efficiency ratios calculated against elite standards.
Optimize
Compare your results with the Benchmarks on the right to find leverage points.
Strategic Context
THE STRATEGIC VIEW
THE PERSON WHO WANTS IT LESS HAS THE POWER
High-ticket sales ($10k+) are won or lost on status, not features.
The Conflict: You act like a "Vendor" begging for a chance.
The Truth: If you sound desperate, the price drops and the respect vanishes. You are not a supplier; you are a Strategic Advisor.
The Fix: Control the frame. If the client isn't a fit for your elite standards, you should be the one to end the call.
Operational Reality
VALUE-BASED PRICING
Top consultants don't charge for time; they charge for Outcomes.
If a project saves a client $1M, a $100k fee is a 10x ROI for them, regardless of whether it took you 5 or 50 hours. Use this calculator to find your "Operational Floor," but always quote a "Value-Based Ceiling."
THE AUTHORITY PREMIUM
In consulting, your rate is a signal of your authority. Low rates often *reduce* conversion because they signal risk or inexperience ("The Mc*y Paradox"). Raising your rates can actually increase demand by positioning you as a specialist rather than a commodity.
CONSULTING BENCHMARKS (2025)
- Day Rate (Specialist): $1,500 - $3,500.
- Day Rate (Strategy/Advisor): $5,000 - $10,000+.
- Utilization Goal: 50% (allowing 50% for thought leadership and business development).
Tactical FAQ
CONSULTING STRATEGY FAQ
Q: What is the average consultant hourly rate in 2025?
Q: Should I charge by the hour or by the day?
Q: How do I justify a high consulting fee?
Output Benchmarks
Master The System
This calculator is just one tactical step. The full strategy is documented in the core protocol.
Source Lesson
Sales Engineering: Consulting Protocol