clients, feel free to copy what I do. If I can answer a question in five minutes or less, I generally just go ahead and do so. If a question is mor.complicated than that, I reply, 'I couldn't do justice to your question without a consultation.
My
consulting rates are ...' Prevent hassles by making expectations explicit!"
Remember, as a service business owner, part of what you "offer" clients and what they value from you is your knowledge and expertise. It's as much a part of your "services" as any tangible materials you produce. So make sure to treat it as such, and ge.compensated fairly! When you value your services, others will, too.
With special thanks to members of the CoachU Alumni Helping Alumni List
coachu.com/, Digital Eve Seattle and Freelance Seattle,
freelance-seattle.net discussion lists for sending me their questions and observations, which contributed greatly to this article.
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