Search Engine Optimization is the process of helping websites get onto the top of Google. (So for example, when someone types in San Diego baker bakers, every Sand ego baker would want to show up on the top 1 of Google's results. An SEO consultant would help make that happen.)
As an SEO consultant, you would look at different elements of a client's website and work with them to get their site SEO-friendly. Ye can get a full brief on SEO on the Wikipedia; entry. In order for you to become an SEO consultant, here are some steps you can take:
� Create a website for you.
� Show samples of what you've been able to do before with search engine results.
� To get clients, you may want to type in certain search terms and approach clients who are not already at the top and you think
Who are not already at the top and you think you can help.
� You can also find SEO consultant positions on Elance.com, Guru.com, and Odesk.com.
How much money can I make? If you are al expert with proven track record, you can make an hourly rate (the minimum would I S10 an hour) or a set price every time a website goes to the top ($500 or more). You may want to start off with lower prices in the beginning to establish a track record and then go up as you learn more.