One way in which a growing number of statistical consultants serve their communities today, columnist David Corliss writes, is through pro bono work for good causes and organizations.
Consultant’s Corner
The Importance of Teaching Ethics in Statistical Consulting Courses
Alan C. Elliott discusses how to teach cross-cultural ethics, with emphasis on the ASA Ethical Guidelines, within a graduate-level statistical consulting course.
Getting Paid: How to Determine Your Fee
Independent statistical consultants can bill by the hour or bill by the project, and there are trade-offs between the two approaches.
Papers, Posters, Roundtables, Oh My!
Mary Kwasny shares the Section on Statistical Consulting’s sessions, posters, and roundtables planned for JSM 2017—a diverse and provocative menu for those at all levels of career and interest.
Do You Need a Website?
This month, statistics consultant David Bristol discusses the pros and cons of having a website, based on feedback from members of the Consulting Section.
Why Be an Independent Consultant?
Stephen Simon shares the pros and cons of being a statistical consultant, along with tips for starting your own business.
Consultant’s Corner: A New Column for Consultants
Consulting Corner is a new column launching in April. It is written for anyone engaged in or interested in statistical consulting and includes articles ranging from what starting a consulting business would entail to what could be taught in a consulting course.