Okay, let’s tackle this. So Brenda has experience in sales, management, and customer service, which are valuable skills. However, her role as a thrift store owner/operator might not be directly comparable to other industries. She also has some technical skills like Microsoft Office and Excel, which are useful but not extremely rare. Considering her location in Marysville, California, and her retail background, I would estimate her hourly rate to be on the lower side of the spectrum. Maybe around $25–$40 per hour? But given her experience and skills, I would round down to $35 per hour.