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 The idea that rush fees should be a deterrent is outdated.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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Don’t allow anxiety to keep you from getting the freelance rate you deserve. Understand your worth and let your pricing reflect it. This article is going to walk you through the negotiating script you need to increase your freelance fees and make more money.

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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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When you sit down to write a business plan for your freelance work, does your mind freeze? In this explainer we'll explore 5 tips that will help you get unstuck and figure out what your solo business needs.

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Scope creep isn't necessarily a bad thing. It's just a question of whether you have a basis for billing extra for extra work. This guide will give you the script for discussing scope creep with your freelance or consulting clients so that you are both satisfied with the result.

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