A consultant that possesses knowledge in both of these areas is likely to receive anywhere from $300-$400 per hour.

The better social media consultants have a portfolio/record of their reach in social media networks such as Twitter and Facebook. It isn’t how many followers or friends you have, but how well you communicate within these networks. ‘

Are your Twitter posts read, retweeted, and mentioned on other social websites? Do your Facebook posts generate a great deal of feedback? Is your blog read by other media outlets?

Social Media Consulting Rates – You Get What You Pay For.

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