[Alex_MJ]

I'd also love to hear your thoughts on why you're hanging up the jacket - I'm considering starting consulting in the same area for side income. (and whether you'd considered charging per week, Patrick Mackenzie-ing a lot of the onerous parts, etc)

[chewxy]

Simple - finding customers is surprisingly more difficult than you'd expect. Waaaay more difficult. I've thought about continuing consulting with big companies, but with big companies, you have to sign this sign that, get that manager's approval... it can take up to 3-4 months before you even start work (hence start charging).