General rules and a script to follow when you have to fire a freelance client. Also , 7 common reasons for breaking up with your clients.

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Marion McGovern’s new book, Thriving In the Gig Economy: How to Capitalize and Compete In the New World of Work, examines how best-in-class business and creative professionals are choosing to work independently. In this Q&A she shares advice for freelancers on setting rates, branding and marketing.

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Your freelance fees are too low low if you are feeling busy and overwhelmed or you don't have time for business development. This guide will show you a process for raising freelance rates for your clients in a way that buys you more time and grows your business.

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Do you want to raise your rate for freelance or consulting work but aren't sure how to bring it up with your current clients. We have a script you can use to start making the transition to higher paying clients.

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Sometimes freelance clients get in a bind and have a rush job. Here is how to charge a rush fee with a professional attitude that provides a valuable service. The idea that rush fees should be a deterrent is outdated. The wording in these examples will help you get better clients and make more money.

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Confused about how to set freelance rates? You need a real picture of your all-in expenses, including taxes, insurance, retirement and marketing costs. This formula calculates expenses so you know the minimum freelance or consulting fees you should charge.

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In this interview with Dorie Clark, speaker, consultant and author of Entrepreneurial You, we learn about the path to premium pricing and positioning in the gig economy. Check out what she has to say about how your freelance business can achieve meaningful growth and revenues.

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Tired of the same old freelancing platforms? Our roundup of independent consulting websites and marketplaces helps you find independent consulting jobs with serious clients. The consulting work on these sites is for highly-skilled independent contractors who have been vetted for valuable gigs.

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Getting an upfront payment is the most effective way to transform your freelance career if you are feeling stalled. It establishes you as professional and helps you get more serious clients right from the jump. This article explains the kinds of upfront payments and gives you a script to use with prospective clients.

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Consultant pricing and project rates can be confusing even for experienced solopreneurs. Our guest blogger Curtis McHale outlines it in simple terms.

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Getting full client value out of every freelance contract means focusing on landing high quality projects and charging more for your work. To do that you need to find a niche, establish a brand set freelance rates from a value pricing perspective. This quick guide will help you begin thinking through that change.

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