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A lot of new freelancers are setting their rates based on what they need to live, not what the work is worth
I see this all the time in online groups. Someone will say they charge $30 an hour because that's what they need to pay rent. I did the same thing when I started three years ago. The problem is clients don't care about your bills, they care about the value you bring. I raised my graphic design rates to $85 an hour after a client told me my work helped increase their sales. Now I get better projects. How did you figure out what to charge when you were starting out?
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scott.jana6mo ago
Honestly, I get that logic but starting with what you need can be a solid base. It's how you learn to value your time.
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graydavis6mo ago
Remember when we all thought charging by the hour was the smart move? That system falls apart the second you get fast at your job.
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the_sage6mo ago
Totally, that's how I finally raised my rates.
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