Become a Marketing Consultant (Or Create a $6k-$9k/mo. Side Hustle)

If you've ever thought, "Could I become a marketing consultant?"—this book is for you.

If you're wondering how to add thousands per month on top of your salary, keep reading...
Click above and hear straight from Jon

I get it. You’re working full-time in marketing, maybe even leading a team, and you know you’re good at what you do.
But something keeps nagging at you…

• You want more control over your time and income.

• You’re tired of making clients millions while your paycheck stays the same.

• You’ve thought about freelancing or consulting but don’t know where to start.

• The idea of finding clients, pricing yourself, and managing a business feels overwhelming.

That’s exactly why I wrote this book.

100% from the heart, no AI.

Every word comes from my experience.

I went from working full-time in a marketing role to doubling my W2 salary as a marketing consultant—all while raising five kids. I didn’t have a big audience or tons of money to start with. I just figured out a repeatable process to get clients, charge what I was worth, and scale at my own pace.

Here's The Good News:

You don’t need to take a huge risk, quit your job overnight, or spend thousands on courses, trainings, or certifications. You just need a roadmap. I recently read a report that over 50% of Americans have a side hustle! But what blew me away is that the average income of those side hustles was less than $900. What!! As a Marketing Consultant, full time or side hustle, you could be generating thousands per month on top of your W2 income. I'll show you how I did it. 

Launch a Side Hustle or Go Solo?
This Is Your Guide to the Galaxy.

✅ How to Get Clients – Even if you’re starting from level zero, I’ll show you how to land your first paying client and then snowball those engagements into more. 

✅ Pricing & Positioning – Learn how to charge what you're worth and shift from hourly work to retainers to productized offerings. 

✅ Business Setup & Structure – From the legal stuff to back end systems, I break down exactly how to start with minimal hassle (and super low risk).

✅ Side Hustle or Full-Time? – Whether you want extra income or a path to leaving your 9-to-5, this book helps you make a plan that fits your goals. Don’t stress. 

✅ Avoid Common Pitfalls – Underpricing, client misalignment, burnout—I’ve been there, and I’ll show you how to avoid the mistakes that can hold you back.
I made the mistakes so you don’t have to. 

And the best part? This book is affordable, practical, and you can start applying what you learn TODAY.

You don’t need permission to start. You just need the right plan (and yes, we will talk about AI).

I'm Jon Barnes.
Here's What I'm About

A true creative communicator, Jon Barnes has lived enough seemingly disconnected careers to confuse any guidance counselor. With a background that spans automotive design, youth ministry, advertising, marketing, coaching, teaching, and YouTube, Jon’s journey is a living example that creativity isn’t a job title—it’s a mindset.

He’s helped over a million people through his videos, workshops, and coaching, offering practical guidance to those navigating transitions as they chase the big “what’s next” in their lives. Jon is the author of Creative Threads, Brand Thyself!, and How to Become a Marketing Consultant, a hands-on guide for turning existing skills into a thriving consulting business.

Today, Jon mentors people who are ready to move forward with both passion and a plan—whether they’re launching something new or rediscovering their purpose. He lives in Maryland with his wife and their five amazing kids.

What Others Are Saying

"Jon is one of the most original marketing minds I know – sharp, imaginative, and refreshingly unfiltered. His ideas push boundaries in the best way, always anchored by experience and results. For anyone thinking about starting a marketing business, this book is a must-read." 

- Chuck D, CEO (FT Consultant)

"I wish I had discovered this book when I was starting my media consulting and production agency! How to Become a Marketing Consultant is a MUST read for anyone in the marketing space, especially if you're pivoting out of corporate and building your own practice. The experience-based perspectives and actionable direction Barnes offers in this book far exceeded my expectations. If you're feeling uncertain and overwhelmed by the idea of taking the leap into consulting, let this book be your roadmap and voice of reason."

- Jesse S (FT Consultant)

"Jon’s shared story is a journey of realistic but doable steps from A-Z (with mistakes made along the way, to save you time) that make climbing this mountain feel like a reality."

- Randy G (FT Consultant)


My book is $19.99 on Amazon but you can download a digital copy today for only $6.99. Right now. 

Exactly What You're Getting

Here's why I think this book is going to be so useful.

It's written for stressed-out, mid to senior marketing professionals who are in the thick of life.

It's realistic to your lifestyle. If you have kids and a mortgage and your full time job is demanding... then this is for you.

I've been where you are. This is written from experience, not a bunch of ChatGPT content.

The book is focused on action. Do a thing and get to the next step. It's for people ready to go. 

Here's What You'll Learn About:

  • ✅ The 3 biggest myths holding most marketers back from launching their consulting business (page 4)
  • ✅ How to get your first paying client without a website, logo, or business card (page 13)
  • ✅ A step-by-step guide to creating a low-risk side hustle while keeping your full-time job (page 16)
  • ✅ Why a simple marketing audit is the best first offer to make (and exactly how to do it) (page 34)
  • ✅ The 4 core consulting business models—and how to choose the one that fits your goals (page 28)
  • ✅ How to price your services with confidence (no more guessing or undercharging!) (page 44)
  • ✅ An easy way to define your offer using my proven “I help ___ do ___ by ___” formula (page 29)
  • ✅ How to avoid the time-wasting mistakes most new consultants make (page 48)
  • ✅ Why “just being helpful” is the fastest way to get clients (with real message templates) (page 36)
  • ✅ The difference between being a freelancer vs. a consultant—and why it matters (page 7)
  • ✅ A customizable pitch tracker to help you stay organized and consistent with outreach (page 38)
  • ✅ My exact 2-month framework to land your first client (even if you’ve never sold before) (page 54)
  • ✅ How to use AI to boost your output, improve proposals, and save hours every week (page 62)
  • ✅ The one question to ask yourself that will determine whether now is your time to go solo (page 18)
  • ✅ …and so much more!

The Cost Of This Book Is $6.99… But How Much Would It Cost NOT To Get It?

P.S. Just in case you’re like me and skip to the end of these letters, here's the deal:

I'm offering you a 220-page book that can show you how to fast track your side hustle or go full time as a marketing consultant, adding $5k - $9k/month to your salary or doubling your full time wage. 

The ebook is $6.99.

Hey, if you don't like the book, let me know and I'll refund your money immediately. You don't even need to send the book back.

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