Guest guest Posted August 17, 2010 Report Share Posted August 17, 2010 Hello, Can anyone tell me what the average hourly wage might be for a consulting dietitian? A range would be good. I am in New Hampshire. What would I need to consider as an employed consultant? Liability insurance, taxes, etc? Would there be any pros or cons to consider? Thanks so much for any information. Healthy Regards, RD, LD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 18, 2010 Report Share Posted August 18, 2010 I do remember when this listserv was created, one of the reasons was in order to discuss rates. Not sure what the consensus is around that, now? So, in order to not create any problems, here's a suggestion I have for you, ; literally, do a search for dietitians! Many have their rates on their websites! (which is why it's silly, in my opinion, to NOT discuss rates..) But, you said an 'employed consultant', so what does that actually mean? Are you contracting with the organization? If you are contracting and are a 'consultant' (ie, independent contractor), yes, you will be liable for all your expenses, as it will be YOUR business that is contracting to work for the other organization. If you're going to be an 'employee', then the employer will handle all payroll taxes, etc. In some instances, it's not a bad idea to go ahead and get liability insurance, though, too, as extra protection. If the company is bringing you on as a consultant, you want to make VERY sure you have, and understand completely, the contract/agreement between you. Do not start doing any work without one! Margie Marjorie Geiser, MBA, RD, NSCA-CPT Chair, Nutrition Entrepreneurs DPG Business Start-Up Expert for Health & Fitness Professionals Author of " Just Jump: The No-Fear Business Start-up Guide for Health and Fitness Professionals " http://www.meg-enterprises.com http://facebook.com/meg.enterprises > > Hello, > > Can anyone tell me what the average hourly wage might be for a > consulting dietitian? A range would be good. I am in New Hampshire. > > What would I need to consider as an employed consultant? Liability > insurance, taxes, etc? Would there be any pros or cons to consider? > > Thanks so much for any information. > > Healthy Regards, > RD, LD > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 18, 2010 Report Share Posted August 18, 2010 I do remember when this listserv was created, one of the reasons was in order to discuss rates. Not sure what the consensus is around that, now? So, in order to not create any problems, here's a suggestion I have for you, ; literally, do a search for dietitians! Many have their rates on their websites! (which is why it's silly, in my opinion, to NOT discuss rates..) But, you said an 'employed consultant', so what does that actually mean? Are you contracting with the organization? If you are contracting and are a 'consultant' (ie, independent contractor), yes, you will be liable for all your expenses, as it will be YOUR business that is contracting to work for the other organization. If you're going to be an 'employee', then the employer will handle all payroll taxes, etc. In some instances, it's not a bad idea to go ahead and get liability insurance, though, too, as extra protection. If the company is bringing you on as a consultant, you want to make VERY sure you have, and understand completely, the contract/agreement between you. Do not start doing any work without one! Margie Marjorie Geiser, MBA, RD, NSCA-CPT Chair, Nutrition Entrepreneurs DPG Business Start-Up Expert for Health & Fitness Professionals Author of " Just Jump: The No-Fear Business Start-up Guide for Health and Fitness Professionals " http://www.meg-enterprises.com http://facebook.com/meg.enterprises > > Hello, > > Can anyone tell me what the average hourly wage might be for a > consulting dietitian? A range would be good. I am in New Hampshire. > > What would I need to consider as an employed consultant? Liability > insurance, taxes, etc? Would there be any pros or cons to consider? > > Thanks so much for any information. > > Healthy Regards, > RD, LD > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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