Okay, let’s break it down. Aarika has an SHRM-CP certification, which is a well-respected credential in the HR field. Her skills in HR, recruiting, and process improvement are in demand. Location is Baltimore, MD, which is a mid-sized market. According to SHRM, the average salary for an HR generalist in the US is around $62,000. However, considering her certification and skills, I’d estimate her rate to be on the higher side. Let’s assume a 10% premium for her expertise. So, $62,000 * 1.1 = $68,200 per year. Now, let’s convert that to an hourly rate. Assuming a 40-hour workweek and 52 weeks per year, that’s $68,200 / 2,080 hours = $32.72 per hour. To account for the fact that this is a lower-end estimate, I’ll round up to $35 per hour. However, considering the fact that she’s in Baltimore, which is not a major hub for HR talent, I’ll adjust the rate down to $75 per hour, which is a reasonable premium for her skills and certification in a mid-sized market.