Consulting Opportunity Demographics
Consulting Opportunity Demographics
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Here's some background for my question:
I recently transferred to a new city where I had hoped to conclude my career with the federal government while attempting to gradually segue into the consulting arena. I had previously done some part time consulting in other states and usually had more work than I could possibly handle - which allowed me to pretty picky as to the projects that I would take on.
I've found that in my new location, due in part to the local state university doing such a good job pumping out new engineers on a regular basis, that there is far too much local competition to get a good start in consulting.
Does anyone have any suggestions as to how to discern whether a particular location will have good consulting opportunities for engineers. (I've discovered the impact of local enginering schools so I'm asking about any other possible problem areas.)
Thanks in advance.
Jack Trades
I recently transferred to a new city where I had hoped to conclude my career with the federal government while attempting to gradually segue into the consulting arena. I had previously done some part time consulting in other states and usually had more work than I could possibly handle - which allowed me to pretty picky as to the projects that I would take on.
I've found that in my new location, due in part to the local state university doing such a good job pumping out new engineers on a regular basis, that there is far too much local competition to get a good start in consulting.
Does anyone have any suggestions as to how to discern whether a particular location will have good consulting opportunities for engineers. (I've discovered the impact of local enginering schools so I'm asking about any other possible problem areas.)
Thanks in advance.
Jack Trades





RE: Consulting Opportunity Demographics
Once you retire - go back to where you were or another city with similiar demos...
Good luck
RE: Consulting Opportunity Demographics
RE: Consulting Opportunity Demographics
Also an indication is if they are willing to offer relocation packages to lower levels.
The other option is to get involved with a national company that just needs design services this way it doesnt really matter where you are located.