Risk: High

1 – Extremely Risky High chance of losing money/time Someone starting as an e-commerce consultant from scratch could lose money, time, energy, and confidence. Beginners often spend money on courses, marketing, and tools without getting clients or seeing a return. Startup costs like website development, advertising, and software subscriptions might not pay off if they fail to secure clients. Online discussions frequently mention people struggling to find clients and not recouping their investments. I’d rate the risk a 1 out of 5 because there is a high chance of losing money and time, especially if you can't afford to invest in marketing and building a client base. Many beginners struggle to get their first clients and may not see a return on their initial investments.