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Q&A: “How do I set the right hourly rate for my side hustle?”

In today’s episode, we help a social media manager set a fair hourly rate. Learn how to balance your skills and market demands to price your services confidently.

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Episode 3006

Pricing your services is one of the toughest challenges for freelancers and side hustlers, especially when you’re just starting out. Today’s question comes from a social media manager who’s struggling to find the right hourly rate—one that reflects their skills without scaring off potential clients. Let’s dive into strategies for calculating your rate, staying competitive, and building a pricing model that grows with your experience.

"Hi, I’m Morgan! I recently started a side hustle offering social media management for small businesses. I love the work, but I’m struggling to figure out what my hourly rate should be. I don’t want to undercharge, but I also worry about pricing myself out of the market. How do you figure out a fair hourly rate that reflects your skills and experience, while staying competitive? And should I charge the same for every client, or adjust based on their budget or project size?"

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