How much does marketing consulting cost?

Kadlecek Consulting hourly support typically ranges from $85 to $175 per hour depending on the type of work. Project and retainer pricing varies based on scope, timeline, complexity, and level of ongoing support.

Is the first consultation free?

Yes. The first consultation is free and is used to understand the marketing challenge, recommend the lightest useful next step, and determine whether a consulting engagement is a fit.

Do you offer flexible pricing for small businesses and nonprofits?

Smaller businesses, nonprofits, and startups are encouraged to reach out even if budgets are limited. Flexible options may be available depending on project scope.

Pricing guide

Transparent ranges for thoughtful marketing support.

Every engagement is shaped by scope, timeline, complexity, and the level of support you need. These ranges are meant to make the conversation easier, not lock you into a one-size-fits-all package.

The first consultation is always free. We will use it to understand what is unclear, identify the lightest useful next step, and decide whether project, hourly, or ongoing support makes sense.

Starter packages

Low-cost ways to start the relationship and solve one clear marketing problem.

Each starter package includes a one-hour strategy session with Cadi, a focused review of the materials you already have, and a practical deliverable you can use right away.

Most approachable

Message Mini-Makeover

For leaders who know the work is valuable, but the homepage, service language, or elevator pitch is not saying it clearly enough.

1-hour strategy session
Messaging review of one page, offer, or service
Before-and-after language recommendations
Three stronger headlines or CTA options

$225 flat rate Start Here

Best for showing up

Content Compass Session

For business owners or lean teams that need content direction, but do not want another vague calendar full of ideas.

1-hour strategy session
Quick review of current content or LinkedIn presence
One-page content priority map
Five practical post, blog, or email topics

$275 flat rate Map My Content

Best for lead generation

Lead Path Tune-Up

For teams getting attention, referrals, or website visits, but not enough clear next steps from interested prospects.

1-hour strategy session
Review of one landing page, contact path, or offer
Conversion friction notes
One-page action list for stronger inquiries

$325 flat rate Improve My Lead Path

Full pricing guide Explore hourly, project, event, and retainer pricing. Open ranges

Hourly consulting

Best for short-term strategy, troubleshooting, coaching, or specialized support.

General Consulting & Marketing Support

Practical support for planning, content, campaigns, messaging, and marketing decisions.

$90-$125/hour

Communication & LinkedIn Coaching

Coaching for clearer professional language, executive presence, LinkedIn content, and thought leadership.

$85-$120/hour

AI Workflow & Process Consulting

Support for using AI tools responsibly to improve workflows, content planning, documentation, and repeatable processes.

$100-$150/hour

Fractional Marketing & Strategic Advisory

Senior-level direction for leaders who need a thinking partner across messaging, campaigns, content, and growth priorities.

$125-$175/hour

Project ranges

Focused work for websites, content, communication, creative support, and conversion.

Website & SEO Support

Basic website updates: $150-$500
SEO/AEO/GEO optimization projects: $500-$2,500+
Conversion rate optimization reviews: $300-$1,500
Ongoing website & SEO retainers: $750-$3,500/month

Content & Communication Services

Blog writing & publishing: $50-$300/article
LinkedIn post creation packages: $300-$1,200/month
Slide deck development: $400-$2,000
Recorded training or presentation videos: $500-$2,500+
Email campaign development: $250-$1,500

Branding & Creative Support

Logo design: $300-$1,500
Label & packaging design: $250-$1,200
Brand messaging & positioning support: $500-$3,000+

Event Marketing Support

Vendor outreach & research: $250-$1,000
Booth staffing support: $75-$125/hour
Swag concepting & design coordination: $300-$1,500+
Event messaging, handouts & follow-up emails: $400-$2,000
Event support package: $1,500-$5,000+

Fractional & retainer partnerships

Recurring support without hiring a full-time internal marketing team.

Retainers are designed for organizations that need consistent marketing judgment, communication support, and execution direction over time.

Limited support $750-$1,500/month

Best for light advisory support, targeted reviews, or a few priority marketing moves each month.

Recurring support $1,500-$3,500/month

Best for ongoing marketing and communication planning, content direction, website improvements, and campaign support.

Integrated partnership $3,500+/month

Best for more embedded fractional consulting across strategy, execution, reporting, stakeholders, and growth priorities.

A few notes

The right scope should feel useful, not oversized.

Flat-rate pricing is provided whenever possible.
Rush timelines, travel, live event support, or highly customized projects may affect pricing.
Smaller businesses, nonprofits, and startups are encouraged to reach out even if budgets are limited. Flexible options may be available depending on project scope.
Custom proposals are available for larger or ongoing engagements.

Free first conversation

Not sure which range fits?

Send a short note about what you are trying to improve. I will recommend the clearest next step and the simplest scope that can move the work forward.

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