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Back to Search[Q&A] Charge by Hour or Project?
Season 23
On today’s Q&A episode, if a client is willing to pay by the hour or by the project, which one should you choose?
That’s part of Pennygoo’s question, …
2 years, 3 months ago
If Not Proposals, What?
Season 23 Episode 10
On today’s show: you hear us harping on proposals all the time. We think they are usually a waste of time.
But if you’re not sending proposals, then… …
2 years, 3 months ago
Okay, Fine. Hourly Can Work.
Season 23 Episode 9
On today’s show: I finally give in to the idea that charging your clients hourly can actually work in some business models.
It’s still not my favorite…
2 years, 3 months ago
[Q&A] Rich Client Treats Me Like a Therapist
On today’s Q&A Episode, Noah Tetzner finds himself in a tight spot. He’s got a high-paying client on a monthly retainer. And while this makes a ton o…
2 years, 3 months ago
When To Call Yourself an Agency
Season 23 Episode 8
On today’s show: have you ever wondered when is the right time to start calling yourself an agency?
It can be a bit awkward early on. So Clay and I co…
2 years, 3 months ago
[Q&A] Can You Sell a Freelance Business?
Season 23
On today’s Q&A episode - Nafeesa is wondering if there’s any way to keep the small, solo charm of her freelance business while also planning for an e…
2 years, 3 months ago
Why Your Messaging is Everything
Season 23 Episode 7
On today’s show: your messaging matters.
And when it comes to getting new clients, it probably matters more than anything else.
So then, why do so many…
2 years, 3 months ago
[Q&A] Do Freelancers Need College?
Season 23
On today’s Q&A Episode:
Do you really need to go to college in order to be a successful freelancer?
Listener Evan writes in to ask if he should invest …
2 years, 3 months ago
Control Freak? Do This
Season 23 Episode 6
On today’s show: are you a bit of a control freak?
To be honest, most freelancers and entrepreneurs we meet are.
But if you never hand off smaller task…
2 years, 3 months ago
[Q&A] But...Should I Hire By the Hour?
On today’s Q&A episode, A former guest on the show, Jim, writes in with an important question: I know I shouldn’t charge by the hour, but shouldn’t I…
2 years, 4 months ago