Expert Networks — Monetise Your Expertise¶

Quick money with minimal effort

Expert networks pay £500-1,000+/hour for 30-60 minute phone calls. With Dentsu/Google/Guardian credentials, this is the highest ROI activity available.

How It Works¶

Sign up on multiple networks (no exclusivity)
Clients (hedge funds, PE firms, consultancies) request calls on specific topics
Network matches you based on your expertise
30-60 minute call — share insights (no confidential info)
Get paid within 30 days

Networks to Join¶

Self-Registration (Start Today)¶

Network	Apply Link	Expected Rate	Notes
GLG	Apply	£500-1,000+/hr	Largest network. Link LinkedIn. Complete compliance tutorial.
Guidepoint	Apply	£500-1,000+/hr	Application reviewed by team. Strong in finance clients.
Dialectica	Apply	£400-600+/hr	Also offers longer project engagements and written deliverables.

Invitation-Based (Optimise LinkedIn First)¶

Network	How to Get Invited	Expected Rate	Notes
AlphaSights	Express interest form + strong LinkedIn	£500-1,000+/hr	Will find you if profile is right
Third Bridge	Invite only — build LinkedIn visibility	£500-1,000+/hr	Premium network
AlphaSense (fka Tegus)	Via AlphaSense platform	£300-1,000/hr	Acquired Tegus in 2024

Media/Advertising Specific¶

Network	Notes
4As Expert Network	American Association of Advertising Agencies. Email azimmerman@4as.org

Compliance Rules¶

Critical: Know the Rules

❌ Never share material non-public information (MNPI)
❌ Never discuss confidential details from current/former employers
❌ Never share trade secrets or client data
✅ Share general industry knowledge and publicly available insights
✅ Discuss market trends, best practices, strategic frameworks

Income Expectations¶

Scenario	Calls/Month	Rate	Monthly Income	Annual
Conservative	4	£500/hr	£2,000	£24,000
Moderate	6	£750/hr	£4,500	£54,000
Active	10	£1,000/hr	£10,000	£120,000

Time investment: 2-10 hours/month. The best passive income stream available for senior executives.