How to Properly Pay Yourself as a Founder of a Boutique Professional Service Firm
Founders of boutique professional service firms, such as consulting firms, marketing agencies, and software development firms, often face a common dilemma: how to structure their own compensation. This critical decision can lead to problematic outcomes: not paying oneself, underpaying, or overpaying. The solution lies in understanding and applying a dual-role compensation method that accurately reflects the value a founder brings to their firm.
