too_much_information - 3:55 am on Feb 3, 2004 (gmt 0)

Yea, I love that quote too. I flagged the thread, but I think it's gone now.

I've been the cheap guy in town. I didn't make much money, and the jobs I did get were from clients that wanted WAY more work than I was being paid for.

I now charge what I am worth, I don't bargain... ever. If I ever have someone try to get a deal, I walk. I'd rather have the time off than take money out of my own pocket. Not to mention that I rarely get time off because I get good referals from my clients.

I work with better clients now, I have fun working with them, they value me and my work. I even have parties for my clients now that we have become friends. It's not about being expensive, it's about being honest. Honest with your clients that you can do what you say you can, and honest with yourself that your time and talent are valuable and people WILL pay for them.