Are Your Rates Right Step-by-step Guide To Setting Your Prices
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Is Your Pricing Right? A Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Your Rates
Introduction
Determining the right price for your services can be a daunting task when starting a business. Set your prices correctly, and you'll attract plenty of customers and enjoy a rewarding livelihood. Get it wrong, however, and your business might struggle to take off.
If your prices are too high, customers may look elsewhere; too low, and you risk overworking yourself just to break even?"or worse, to incur losses. A common pitfall is assuming that price is the only factor influencing consumer decisions. Avoid the temptation to simply undercut your competitors. Instead, consider your pricing strategy carefully, as it’s essential to ensure you’re paid fairly for your time and expertise while providing value to your customers.
Below is a reliable method to determine your true market value:
Determine Employer Pay
Start by researching the typical salary for someone in your field working for a local employer. Check job vacancies online and in local newspapers to gauge the average salary in your area.
Note: Employees typically work 48 weeks a year due to holidays, and you'll need breaks too. Factor this into your calculations.
For example, let's say a local full-time college tutor earns around $51,000 annually. Here's how you would calculate your rate:
Calculate Weekly Earnings
Divide the annual salary by 48 weeks:
- $51,000 / 48 = $1,062.50 per week
Consider Business Expenses
As a business owner, you'll need to cover operating costs. Calculate your yearly expenses and divide by 48 weeks. My business expenses are about $15,300 annually, so:
- $15,300 / 48 = $318.75 per week
Add this to your weekly earnings target:
- $1,062.50 + $318.75 = $1,381.25 weekly income target
Determine Hourly Rate
Assuming a 40-hour workweek, consider how many hours you’ll dedicate to non-billable activities like travel and admin tasks. Let's say this is 10 hours per week, leaving 30 chargeable hours.
Divide your weekly income target by your chargeable hours:
- $1,381.25 / 30 = $46.04 per hour (round to $46.00)
Summary
1. Find the local average salary and divide it by 48 weeks.
2. Determine your annual business overheads and divide by 48 weeks.
3. Add these figures to get your weekly income target.
4. Subtract non-billable hours from your total working hours to find chargeable hours.
5. Divide your weekly income by chargeable hours.
No matter if you’re working part-time or full-time, your hourly rate should remain consistent. It’s designed to cover costs and provide a fair income equivalent to industry standards.
Use this guide as a framework to assess the worth of your time and expertise in your local area. While there's room for flexibility to meet market demands, this method ensures you don't undercut or overprice your services.
Remember, freelancing offers benefits beyond financial gains, but never underestimate the value of your time. Don't sell yourself short!
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