Okay, let’s tackle this. Bill has a diverse set of skills, which is great, but not all skills are created equal in terms of demand and compensation. Considering his location in Honolulu, Hawaii, which is a desirable place to live but not necessarily a hub for high-paying industries, I’ll start with national averages. A 2022 survey by Glassdoor found that the average hourly rate for a professional with Bill’s skill set in the United States is around $40–$75 per hour. However, this is a broad range and doesn’t account for his specific expertise in the diffusion of innovation. That’s a specialized field, and according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for innovation analysts in the United States was around $85,000 in May 2020. Given Bill’s experience and skills, I’d estimate his hourly rate to be on the higher end of the national average, likely between $50–$100 per hour. However, since he’s in Hawaii, I’ll adjust downward slightly to account for the lower cost of living. So, I’ll estimate his hourly rate to be around $125.