Part 1: Setting Your Rates We’ll cover how to calculate a baseline rate, when to charge hourly vs. project-based, and what to consider before saying yes.

Live Exercise: Rate Check — Attendees will respond to a sample project and submit their rate. I’ll walk through how I’d approach it.

Part 2: Pitching Yourself
Tips on writing strong bios, how to respond to inquiries, and what makes a pitch stand out—without overselling.

Part 3: Contracts, Boundaries & Getting Paid
I’ll walk through simple contract terms, payment schedules, and how to respond when a client pushes back. Includes examples you can copy and use.

Live Q&A: Open space to ask questions, get feedback, or share stories from the field.

Wrap-Up & Takeaways: Summary of key points, plus a link to a mini rate guide and contract checklist.