One of the scariest things to do in your trade business is making a change—especially raising your rates. We get it. The immediate thoughts that pop into your head are, “What if I lose clients? What if no one pays?” Trust us, you’re not alone. Money is one of those sticky subjects that triggers all sorts of deep-seated fears and beliefs. From childhood experiences to societal pressures, our relationship with money can be pretty dysfunctional.
There’s a common misconception that having more money makes you an a**hole, driven by ideas that wealth corrupts and makes you greedy. But let’s smash that myth right now. Clients who truly value quality and professionalism are willing to pay for it. Your job isn’t to match a competitor’s low rates—it’s to demonstrate the value only you can provide.
In this episode, Waz and Nic encourage you to shift your mindset and approach to pricing. They share stories and examples from their extensive coaching careers, showing that raising rates isn’t the death sentence for your client base you might think it is. Instead, it’s a pathway to more sustainable success.
Don’t let fear hold you back. Tune into this episode to learn processes and tools that could help you get paid what you’re truly worth. Book a Brainstorm Session with Waz & Nic and take the first step towards making the next twelve months your most profitable yet.