Okay, let’s tackle this. So Isaac has a mix of soft and technical skills, which is great. Public speaking and leadership are in demand, but not as high-paying as technical skills like computer science. Research skills are also valuable, but not as rare as programming expertise. Location is Provo, Utah, which is a smaller market. According to Glassdoor, a researcher with similar skills in the US averages around $50–$75 per hour. Considering Isaac’s certification and skills, I’d estimate his rate to be on the lower end of that range, around $100 per hour.