Pricing Your Work May 21, 2026
The Client Who Always Wants a Discount
When a freelance client always wants a discount, the problem is a trained pattern, not a budget issue. Here's how to reset it without damaging the relationship.
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When a freelance client always wants a discount, the problem is a trained pattern, not a budget issue. Here's how to reset it without damaging the relationship.
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