One of the hardest jobs freelance writers face is setting rates. Judging your own abilities, especially when you're new, is hard. Plus, the competition is tough. So tough, in fact, that you might be tempted to write for free (or next to it) just to gain some clips and testimonials. I know several beginning writers who choose to advertise on Fiverr for example, and justify it by saying that once they gain a few clients they'll raise their rates. Unfortunately, that rarely works out. Those clients who are looking for $5 articles are not the type to recognize quality and stick with you through … [Read more...]