Double Your Freelancing Rate

Double Your Freelancing Rate is written for independent designers, developers and consultants who feel stuck charging the same hourly fee year after year. The book argues that the way to earn more is not to work longer hours but to change how you price and present your services. It covers moving away from hourly billing toward value-based pricing, choosing clients who can afford your work, and packaging what you offer so that buyers see a clear return. It also looks at how to talk about money with prospective clients and how to handle the awkward moments that come up when a rate goes up. Throughout, the emphasis is practical, with examples aimed at people who want a steadier and more profitable independent practice.

Audience
adult
Length
short · 169 pages

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