Freelancing & Remote Work Skills · Intermediate level

Intermediate level · Module 1 of 6 · 15 guided hours

Pricing Your Services

Set rates that cover your costs and reflect your value.

Learning objectives

  • Compare hourly, fixed and value-based pricing
  • Calculate a minimum rate
  • Raise rates over time

Topics

  • pricing models
  • costs and fees
  • billable hours
  • market rates
  • packages
  • rate increases

Lessons

  1. Lesson 1 Pricing Models

    Choose how to charge for each kind of work.

    hourlyfixed pricevalue-basedpackages

  2. Lesson 2 Calculating Your Rate

    Work out the minimum you must charge.

    income targetbusiness costsplatform feesbillable hours

  3. Lesson 3 Raising Rates

    Increase prices as your skills and reputation grow.

    demand signalsnew clients firstnoticeadded value

Practical activity

Calculate your minimum hourly rate, design three service packages and plan your next rate increase.

Expected outcomes

  • Sustainable rates
  • Clear package offers

Assessment

Rate calculation and packages reviewed.

Taught live by an instructor — online or in person. Free course lessons are for self-study and do not lead to a certificate — see registration options.