# A Guide to Earning Money as a Consultant in Midlife

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Podcast: [Midlife Circus: Gen X Reinvention](https://stenobird.com/podcast/midlife-circus-7546053)
Published: 2026-05-13T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://midlifecircus.fm/episodes/episode-30-a-guide-to-earning-money-as-a-consultant-in-midlife
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Message the Show What does it actually take to start consulting in midlife? Rob and Brent go a layer deeper than their earlier conversation on earning income in your next chapter, breaking down the foundational work most people skip — purpose, product, and market — and the six practical steps to launch your own consulting, advisory, or coaching practice. Drawing from Brent's 20+ years as a consultant and Rob's recent experience building his advisory business, they cover billing rates, marketi...

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