A reader writes:
I'm about to start my first freelancing job, and I'm not sure how to set my rate. Is there an industry standard, and if so does it vary based on location? I'm also not sure of the etiquette for how to go about telling a client what your rate is. Are there any best practices in how to go about communicating that information?
Such a great question and one I've seen asked a lot, which goes to show you how tough it can be to price yourself as a freelancer. Luckily, smart people have already thought about this and there's ways to figure this stuff out.