Pricing Your Worth: Strategies for High-Quality Freelancers

Price your worth as a high-level expert

Molly
Freelancer’s Handbook

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As a seasoned legal professional, I’ve learned firsthand the importance of valuing my expertise. In a world where the gig economy is thriving, setting the right price for your skills is not only a matter of financial survival but a reflection of your professional worth.

When you’re striking out on your own as a freelancer, you’re not starting at zero — you are bringing along all of your experience and knowledge. Thus, even if the service you offer is different than what you did during your employment, it is still more valuable because of the knowledge and wisdom you acquired along the way.

Let’s discuss the strategies that high-quality freelancers, particularly those in the legal field and other high-skill professions, can adopt to ensure they are rightfully compensated for their expertise.

Understanding Your Value: Before diving into pricing strategies, it’s crucial for freelancers to understand the value they bring to the table. Offering freelance services, your unique skill set, experience, and in-depth knowledge are your assets (I know I’m repeating myself — but it’s worth repeating because so many new freelancers don’t realize this!!). Acknowledge the years spent honing your craft and recognize…

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Molly
Freelancer’s Handbook

Digital homebody. Former lawyer now ghostwriter for lawyers. Articles about freelancing as a second (or third) career chapter. Hey, write what you know, right?