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Breaking Into and Succeeding as a Green Consultant
Becoming an Environment Consultant
Starting an Environment Consulting Firm

I’m an environmentally-conscious person, but I’m not sure about what a green consultant does. Can you enlighten me?

A green consultant, basically, helps people analyze their current or planned environment and find ways to make it more ecological, that is, more environmentally friendly. The green consultant is an expert in one or more areas dealing with ecology and sustainability.

He or she offers expertise in exchange for a fee. He or she may specialize in green cleaning and household management, green building, green design, green consumerism, green parenting or pet care, etc. Wherever there is a need, the green consultant guides clients toward a more sustainable lifestyle.

Why is being a green consultant an “evergreen” profession (always needed and recession proof)?

We are more in need of green consultants than ever before. People are increasingly more aware of their natural environment and the dangers of global warming. People now, more than ever, are ready and willing to change their lifestyles to help curb greenhouse gas emissions, to cut down on non-recyclable trash, to adopt a greener lifestyle. A lot of these people do not know how to go about making the necessary changes. In steps the green consultant.

More and more businesses and corporations are also looking to go green. They often hire green consultants to save them the time and resources they would otherwise have to invest in learning about how to make the necessary changes.

Almost any area of our lives can be made more environmentally friendly. Because the green consultant is an educator, an activist, and a professional, there is always room for her or him.
Can I make a decent living as a green consultant?

How much money you make will depend on your area of expertise and the amount of time and money you can invest in your business. If you have enough capital to get started and enough time to start and maintain your business, you should have no problem making money as a green consultant.

As a beginner, you can expect to earn anywhere from $20,000 to $40,000 annually. As your client base grows, you can earn more up to a seven-figure income annually assuming a very successful practice with corporate clienteles.

I have a college degree, but might not be suitable for being a green consultant. What are the most appropriate degrees?

That depends on what you want to specialize in. Let’s say you want to go into green building. You will need to already be a professional architect, builder, designer, etc. If you want to go into green interior design, you will need to already be, or plan to become, an interior designer.

Whatever your area of expertise, you will need to know a lot about ecological principals, sustainability, etc. Your local community college or university would be a good place to begin your search for pertinent classes. Academic guides and professors can help you determine what classes would be most suitable. This eGuide will also provide you with a number of leads to get you on your way.

I don’t have a college degree. Can I still become a green consultant?

Absolutely. Because this is a new field, your specialization options are limitless.

Take a look at what you know. What are your interests? Pets? Children? Housecleaning? Special events? Anything can be turned into a green event.

If you have the money to invest in a new business, you can even hire consultants with varying green expertise to become part of your team. The options are limitless. With determination, preparation and vision, you can make your green dream a reality.

Does it require a certification? If yes, what kind and where can I obtain it?

That all depends on what kind of green consultant you would like to become. There are a lot of options out there. This makes it possible to decide how much academic preparation you are willing to undergo and just how you would like creating your niche in the green market.

I don’t reside in big cities. Can I get enough clients to sustain the business?

If you don’t live in a big city, you can focus on what’s close to home. Maybe you can help small businesses go green in an economical way. Maybe you can focus on rural sustainability. Help schools and daycares go green. Remember that as a green consultant, you are also an activist and an educator. Look around you to try and determine who needs a green consultant. This will be your market.

Can I learn all the required skills by myself without going to formal trainings?

Yes, with a lot of self-discipline you can learn what you need to know for some green consultant positions through books, magazines, newsletters and the Internet. Just remember that a consultant is an expert in his or her field. You need to know more than your clients, more than they could learn in a few hours reading or surfing the net.

I don’t have much start-up capital. How much does it cost?

There are economical ways to get your green business up and running. You can work out of your home office to save on rent and extra equipment. You can search out economical ways to market and create publicity. This eGuide will help you evaluate your professional goals, your startup funds and costs and ways to help you succeed as a green consultant.

Now, what else are you waiting for? As a green consultant, you earn handsome earning, actively promoting environmentally-conscious activisms, and above all, have the opportunity to change the world one client at a time.

In this eGuide, you will find information on:

Understanding what green consulting entails
Understanding how to start an environmentally-oriented consulting firm
Resources to better understand environmentally-friendly concepts and activities

In a nutshell, if you have the drive to succeed, feel good with your skills, and good with people, you're very likely to succeed in this business.

About the Authors

Jennie S. Bev is THE fashion, image and fun careers expert, whose reputation has been acknowledged by prestigious media internationally. She has been profiled and mentioned in Entrepreneur, Teen People, Canadian Business, Home Business, Dong (France), San Francisco Chronicle, The Independent, Daily Southtown, The Arizona Republic, Chic (UK/Asia), Fit (Asia), Femina (Asia) and Dewi (Asia).

Editor-in-Chief Jennie S. Bev was named an EPPIE Award finalist in Non-Fiction How To category for excellence in electronic publishing. She has published over 60 books and 900 articles in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, France, Germany and Southeast Asia. She is also a college professor based in San Francisco Bay Area.

Co-author Kristina Morris-Heredia‘s academic background is in Anthropology and Latin American Studies. However, she has found her career as a freelance writer and translator. She has conducted ethnographic research on a Gypsy community in southern Mexico, has written numerous articles, eBooks, and web content and has written for the likes of Mothering Magazine and Woman’s Health Network.

She goes back and forth between the United States and Mexico but currently lives in Xalapa, Veracruz with her husband and her two kids.

This 85-page instantly downloadable StyleCareer.com eGuide Breaking Into and Succeeding as a Green Consultant brings you valuable insider tips, advice and suggestions not available elsewhere to help you embark on this highly lucrative but highly misunderstood career path.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

The Myths, the Realities, and the Basics
I’m an environmentally-conscious person, but I’m not sure about what a green consultant does.
Can you enlighten me?
Why is being a green consultant an “evergreen” profession (always needed and recession proof)?
Can I make a decent living as a green consultant?
I have a college degree, but might not be suitable for being a green consultant.
What are the most appropriate degrees?
I don’t have a college degree.
Can I still become a green consultant?
Does it require a certification?
If yes, what kind and where can I obtain it?
I don’t reside in big cities.
Can I get enough clients to sustain the business?
Can I learn all the required skills by myself without going to formal trainings?
I don’t have much start-up capital.
How much does it cost?

Being A Green Consultant in A Nutshell
What Does It Mean to Be Green?
How to Go Green
Trends in the Green Movement
Global Warming
Carbon Footprint
Al Gore and An Inconvenient Truth
What Do You Need to Be a Green Consultant?
Market Niches
Making A Splash in the Green Market

Getting Ready for the Big Break
Understanding the Requirements
Where to Get Trained
Training Programs for Professionals
Organizations and Publications
Trade Shows
Resources, Newsletters and Blogs

Starting Your Consulting Firm
Small Business Basics
Business Plan
The Introductory Summary
Market Analysis
Company’s Description
Organization and Management
Marketing and Sales Strategy
Service or Product Line
Funding
Prospective Financial Data
Getting Started
Financing
Playing By the Rules
Career Ladder
Founding Traits
Tips for Hiring

Being Successful
Success Profiles

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