WCP239 You set your freelance writing rates

The Writing Coach Podcast with Rebecca L. Weber

Freelance writers often have a hard time setting rates, or feeling great about them after we’ve signed a contract.

It can feel challenging when:

• You have a sense that there’s a correct rate to charge, but you don’t know what it is
• You don’t know how much you need to earn this year, so can’t break down this project accordingly
• You believe that the client sets the rates

Spoiler alert: It is *always* possible for a potential client, a freelance colleague, or a well-meaning friend/family member in another field, to think or say: “You are charging too much” OR “You aren’t charging enough.” Ideally YOU won’t be the one telling yourself either of these things.

This episode we uncover some of the common reasons freelancers struggle with setting their rates, including the most common issue that affects high- and low-earners alike, and how to take control.

🔗 Mentioned in this episode:

WCP 134 What to charge

WCP 153 Archives: Pay me now!

WCP 193 Rates shaming

WCP 67: 3 strategies to earn more money as a freelance writer

WCP 1: What’s your problem?

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