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Most freelancers undercharge—not because their work lacks value, but because they don’t know how to structure their offers. Profit Ladder gives you the blueprint for climbing from low hourly rates to premium retainers that keep income stable and clients happy.
Inside, you’ll discover how to anchor your pricing so you stop getting ghosted, design service packages that feel irresistible, and introduce upsells that boost your average deal size without sounding pushy. You’ll also learn how to transition into retainers that provide predictable, recurring revenue—your key to long-term stability and freedom.
This isn’t just theory. It’s a step-by-step guide with real strategies you can apply immediately to increase your rates and protect your business from client churn. Perfect for beginners, Profit Ladder transforms your mindset around pricing and shows you how to finally earn what your work is worth.
If you’ve ever wondered how to go from “cheap freelancer” to trusted partner with premium rates—this book is your first rung.
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Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2025
Nora Wilde
Profit Ladder
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1. Chapter 1
2. Chapter 1: Understanding Your Worth
3. Chapter 2: The Psychology of Pricing
4. Chapter 3: Crafting Irresistible Offers
5. Chapter 4: Freelance Pricing Strategies
6. Chapter 5: Value-Based Pricing Explained
7. Chapter 6: Designing Service Packages
8. Chapter 7: The Power of Retainer Clients
9. Chapter 8: Upselling Techniques That Work
10. Chapter 9: Implementing Pricing Anchors
11. Chapter 10: Churn-Proof Freelancing
12. Chapter 11: Building Client Relationships
13. Chapter 12: Planning for Sustainable Growth
14. Chapter 13: Adjusting Your Prices with Confidence
15. Chapter 14: Leveraging Feedback for Improvement
16. Chapter 15: Building a Personal Brand
17. Chapter 16: The Future of Freelancing
18. Chapter 1: Understanding Your Worth
19. Chapter 2: The Psychology of Pricing
20. Chapter 3: Crafting Irresistible Offers
21. Chapter 4: Freelance Pricing Strategies
22. Chapter 5: Value-Based Pricing Explained
23. Chapter 6: Designing Service Packages
24. Chapter 7: The Power of Retainer Clients
25. Chapter 8: Upselling Techniques That Work
26. Chapter 9: Implementing Pricing Anchors
27. Chapter 10: Churn-Proof Freelancing
28. Chapter 11: Building Client Relationships
29. Chapter 12: Planning for Sustainable Growth
30. Chapter 13: Adjusting Your Prices with Confidence
31. Chapter 14: Leveraging Feedback for Improvement
32. Chapter 15: Building a Personal Brand
33. Chapter 16: The Future of Freelancing
Table of Contents
The Importance of Understanding Value
Identifying Your Unique Skills
Assessing Your Market Position
Crafting an Effective Value Proposition
Understanding Client Perception
The Anchoring Effect
Value-Based Pricing Strategies
Common Pricing Mistakes to Avoid
Understanding Your Ideal Client
Structuring Your Offers
Implementing Value-Based Pricing
Creating Irresistible Service Packages
Understanding Freelance Pricing Models
The Psychology of Pricing
Creating Irresistible Service Packages
Transitioning to Retainer Clients
Effective Upselling Techniques
Protecting Your Business from Client Churn
Understanding Value-Based Pricing
Assessing Your Unique Value Proposition
Communicating Value to Clients
Setting Prices Based on Value
Overcoming Challenges with Value-Based Pricing
Understanding Your Target Audience
Structuring Your Service Packages
Pricing Your Packages
Marketing Your Service Packages
Upselling and Cross-Selling Strategies
Maintaining Client Relationships with Retainers
Understanding Retainer Clients
Identifying Potential Retainer Clients
Crafting Irresistible Retainer Proposals
Transitioning to Retainers Smoothly
Understanding the Concept of Upselling
Timing is Everything
Crafting Irresistible Offers
Communicating Value Effectively
Using Feedback to Enhance Upselling
Understanding Pricing Anchors
Setting Your Anchor Price
Communicating the Anchor Effectively
Adjusting Your Anchor Over Time
Understanding Client Churn
Building Strong Client Relationships
Creating Value-Driven Packages
The Art of Upselling
Transitioning to Retainer Clients
Monitoring and Enhancing Client Satisfaction
The Importance of Client Relationships
Effective Communication Strategies
Building Rapport with Clients
Encouraging Repeat Business
Handling Difficult Situations
Setting Growth Goals
Tracking Your Progress
Adapting to Market Changes
Building Long-Term Client Relationships
Understanding the Need for Price Adjustments
Timing Your Price Increase
Crafting the Right Message
Handling Client Reactions
Transitioning to New Pricing Models
Building Confidence in Your Value
The Importance of Client Feedback
How to Solicit Feedback Effectively
Interpreting Feedback Constructively
Implementing Changes Based on Feedback
Using Feedback to Adjust Pricing Strategies
Building a Feedback Loop for Continuous Improvement