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Spreadsheet & Data Consulting

Build custom spreadsheets, dashboards, and automations for businesses.

techIntermediate$1,000 - $6,000/mo

Overview

Many businesses rely heavily on spreadsheets but lack the skills to build powerful, automated ones. Excel and Google Sheets experts can earn excellent income creating custom solutions for businesses.

How to Get Started

1Master advanced Excel/Google Sheets (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, Apps Script)
2Build sample dashboards and templates for your portfolio
3Offer services on Upwork and Fiverr
4Create and sell spreadsheet templates on Gumroad or Etsy
5Network with small business owners who need data solutions

Pros

High demand from businesses
Quick project turnaround
Can also sell templates passively
Valuable skill set

Cons

Need advanced spreadsheet skills
Projects can be complex
Client requirements may be unclear

Recommended Tools & Platforms

Google SheetsMicrosoft ExcelGoogle Apps ScriptAirtablePower BI

Pro Tip

Google Apps Script and Excel VBA automation commands the highest rates. A custom automation that saves a client 10 hours per month is easily worth $1,000-3,000.

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