The Epic Alumni Guide to Consulting: How I Made $200,000/Year After Leaving

Are you an Epic alumnus—or simply a healthcare IT professional—wondering how to turn your Epic experience into a lucrative, flexible consulting career? Look no further. InThe Epic Alumni Guide to Consulting: How I Made $200,000/Year After Leaving, Aaron Aaronson-Zych takes you behind the scenes of his own journey from Epic employee to successful independent consultant. Along the way, he demystifies the legal, financial, and practical steps you’ll need to follow if you’re hoping to do the same.Through candid stories and concrete examples, you’ll learn:How to Navigate the One-Year Non-CompeteDiscover realistic ways to maintain your Epic skill set and line up new opportunities during the “limbo” period.The Keys to Positioning Your SkillsUnderstand why Epic expertise is so valuable, how to package your background for different kinds of clients, and how to stand out in a crowded market.Consulting 101Weigh the pros and cons of going solo versus joining a firm, learn how to set bill rates, and manage the essential business tasks that come with self-employment.Building and Maintaining a PipelineGet step-by-step tips on networking, referrals, marketing your services, and preparing compelling proposals that win contracts.Delivering High-Value ProjectsMaster the process for scoping, configuring, testing, and training so that your clients see immediate, tangible results—and keep coming back.Whether you’re fresh off the Epic campus or a seasoned professional eager for a new challenge, this guide gives you the roadmap to capitalize on your skills. Packed with real-world insights and actionable strategies, it’s a must-read for anyone ready to earn more, enjoy greater flexibility, and thrive in the ever-expanding world of Epic consulting.Read more