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How a Freelance Designer Raised Rates by Offering a Satisfaction Escalation Clause
Episode 132 of Freelance Careers with Fexingo. Lucas and Luna break down how a freelance UX designer raised her hourly rate from $120 to $185 by adding a satisfaction escalation clause to her contracts. We walk through the exact wording of the clause, the psychology behind it, and the numbers behind the 54% rate increase. Along the way, we discuss why client risk perception matters more than your actual skill level when setting prices, and how a single contract provision can signal confidence without arrogance. If you've ever worried that raising rates will scare away clients, this…
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