Whether you’re an aspiring freelancer, a newbie to the freelance world, or an established freelancer, there are five key things you should know as a freelancer. So today, we’ll look at the key things that every freelancer should know to be successful and how you can figure out these factors.
#1 Know your worth
Every freelancer needs to know what they’re worth in monetary terms so they can charge the right rate to clients, be it their hourly rate, their project fee, or their contract amount. To figure this out, you can:
- Check average industry rates from reputable independent sources.
- Be objective and realistic about your experience level and where on the earning scale you sit in your industry.
- Check out your competitors to see what people of a similar skills and experience level are charging.
- Evaluate your rates regularly as you gain more experience and skills.
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