A Full-Stack Developer‘s Guide to Pricing Your Services for Maximum Profit and Respect Fellow full-stack devs – let‘s face it. Pricing our freelance services is a struggle. Despite years of experience and an impressive array of specialized skills, many of us still grossly undervalue our work. We fall into the trap of charging based on…
The freelance economy is booming, and web development is one of the hottest fields. A recent study by Upwork and Freelancers Union found that 57 million Americans freelanced in 2019, and the web development industry has seen steady growth in recent years. But for developers just starting out, the idea of going straight into business…
The idea of being your own boss, setting your own hours, and working from anywhere in the world makes freelancing seem like a dream career. But the reality is, freelancing is hard. Really hard. According to a survey by AND CO, 38% of freelancers say finding clients is a major challenge. Another report found that…
Illuminati photo by Thought Catalog. Pricing your services as a freelancer is hard. Even after years of experience, it‘s common to second-guess whether you‘re charging the right amount. Am I leaving money on the table? Does my price reflect the value I‘m delivering? Could I structure my pricing differently to earn more while working less?…
As a freelance developer, one of the most challenging aspects of running your business is deciding what to charge for your services. When you‘re just starting out, it can be tempting to set your rates as low as possible in order to attract clients and win projects. After all, if you‘re the cheapest option, you‘re…
Freelancing has exploded in popularity over the past decade, with more and more professionals opting to leave traditional employment in favor of working independently. In fact, a 2019 study by Upwork and Freelancers Union found that 57 million Americans, or 35% of the U.S. workforce, freelanced that year – and that number is only projected…
As a seasoned full-stack developer and web designer, I‘ve seen firsthand the power of niching down and specializing in a specific industry or type of website project. In fact, I believe it‘s one of the best strategic decisions you can make to level up your web design business and stand out in an increasingly crowded…
Are you considering a career in web development? It‘s an exciting and rewarding field with endless opportunities for growth and innovation. As a full-stack developer and professional coder, I‘ve gained valuable insights throughout my journey that I wish I knew when I was starting out. In this comprehensive guide, we‘ll dive deep into six crucial…
The freelance economy is booming, and there‘s never been a better time to start freelancing as a developer. According to a report by Upwork and the Freelancers Union, 57 million Americans freelanced in 2019, and the freelance workforce grew by 4 million since 2014. For developers, freelancing offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects,…
Deciding how to price your services is one of the most crucial – and difficult – decisions you‘ll make as a freelance developer. And with over 57 million freelancers in the U.S. alone, it‘s a decision faced by many. The default for most is hourly billing. In fact, over 80% of freelancers use an hourly…
As a freelance developer, navigating the complex world of taxes can seem daunting. But having a solid understanding of your tax obligations and strategies to minimize your tax bill are essential to the financial success of your business. Failing to properly manage and plan for your taxes can lead to unpleasant surprises, underpayment penalties, and…
As a full-stack developer, one of the biggest career decisions you‘ll face is whether to freelance solo or join/start an agency. Do you go your own way or build something bigger than yourself? Chase freedom and autonomy or scalability and big projects? In this in-depth guide, we‘ll break down the key differences between solo freelancing…