Pricing: A Designer's Dilemma (Hourly Billing)

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Creative Campfire: Conversations for Creative Entrepreneurs

Shelly Waldman

16 episodes

4 days ago

A show for the creative freelancer. Pull up a chair by the fire for candid conversations about the creative freelancing. Hosted by Shelly Waldman, this show is for photographers, filmmakers, web/graphic designers and creative entrepreneurs working in advertising, brand storytelling, and content creation. We talk pricing, pitching, mindset, money, and the messy middle — with insights from Shelly and guests who share their expertise, mindset, tips, and behind-the-scenes stories of what life and business really looks like.

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Pricing: A Designer's Dilemma (Hourly Billing)

Creative Campfire: Conversations for Creative Entrepreneurs

19 minutes 1 second

1 month ago

Pricing: A Designer's Dilemma (Hourly Billing)

In this engaging conversation, Lauren and Shelly discuss a project and pricing challenge faced by a design friend of Lauren's.

They explore strategies for billing, the impact of economic uncertainty on the creative industry, and the significance of maintaining mental health while pursuing creative passions.

The dialogue emphasizes the need for flexibility and resilience in the face of changing circumstances, encouraging listeners to find solutions and adapt their approaches to thrive in their creative endeavors.

Takeaways

It's important to take care of your voice as a creative.

Client conversations can be challenging, especially regarding budgets.
Understanding client expectations is crucial for successful proposals.
Billing strategies should encompass all time spent on a project.
Flexibility in pricing can help maintain client relationships.
Creative professionals often undervalue their time and efforts.
Economic uncertainty affects client budgets and project opportunities.
Mental health is vital for sustaining creativity and passion.
Finding solutions is better than dwelling on frustrations.
Engaging with the creative community can provide support and insights.

Titles

Navigating the Creative Landscape

Client Expectations in a Changing Economy

Chapters

00:00 Reconnecting and Reflecting on Challenges

02:45 Navigating Client Expectations and Budget Constraints

05:14 Creative Solutions for Pricing and Project Management

08:20 The Importance of Mental Health in Creative Work

10:59 Exploring Flexibility and Adaptability in Business

13:58 Share Your Thought With Us

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This show is independently produced, edited and put together by Shelly Waldman.

Keywords

creative entrepreneurship, client relationships, pricing, negotiating, budgeting, billing strategies, mental health, economic uncertainty, design industry, photography, freelance work, project management