post #14 - What to charge for freelancing?
Yes, I get to decide what I'm going to charge for a job, but it has to be reasonable. It has to be in line with what the market will bear. What it deems acceptable. What someone is WILLING to pay. I can't decide to charge $2,000 for a bank rec because I think knowing your cash balance is key to running your business successfully. I have to be reasonable about what it's actually worth. About what someone's willing to pay for it.
But here's the thing: so do people looking to hire.
Recently, I had an inquiry for some services on another social media platform. I quickly replied with a preliminary quote and answered all the questions the potential client asked in her message. I received a reply back thanking me for my time but saying she couldn't afford me. Because I wanted to understand what she was looking for, and I wanted to try to secure the job if at all possible, I asked a couple more questions. The potential client replied, clarifying her needs and then gave me the amount her current provider charges her. I was stunned (which is kind of hard to do to me, I've come across some pretty wacky stuff in freelancing), it worked out to just over $1 PER HOUR!
Look, I get everyone is struggling with bills right now but PLEASE, be reasonable with what you expect to pay for something you need done.
If you have a great deal on a freelancer but are looking for more help, don't be surprised if another freelancer can't accept your terms. We all have bills to pay.
Freelancers, have you ever lost out on a job because the pay was just way too low? It's ok to walk away. Knowing your worth is so important.
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