Hi everyone,
I've just read a thread started today titled "What do I charge?" and found Gigi's comments incredibly interesting and I agree wholeheartedly with what she says. If we can't value ourselves and we sell our services short, then we don't stand a chance of earning both the pennies and the respect that we deserve.
Does it sound like I know what I'm talking about? Well, I don't cos I've only just completed three days of my Creative foundation course, with the fourth day being next week!! But..... the reason I have started a new thread relating to costs is that, as I say, I totally agree with what Gigi says, but WHEN is more appropriate for me at the minute. When should I start charging? I've done a number of nails now in order to try and gain as much practical experience as I can, but should I give myself a couple of months before I start asking for payment, or should it be straight away? I have had no problems with the sets I have done and am very pleased with my work. I find that so many people are willing to be my "guinea pig", but am I setting a rod up for my own back?
Not sure what to do and any advice very much welcomed.
xx
I've just read a thread started today titled "What do I charge?" and found Gigi's comments incredibly interesting and I agree wholeheartedly with what she says. If we can't value ourselves and we sell our services short, then we don't stand a chance of earning both the pennies and the respect that we deserve.
Does it sound like I know what I'm talking about? Well, I don't cos I've only just completed three days of my Creative foundation course, with the fourth day being next week!! But..... the reason I have started a new thread relating to costs is that, as I say, I totally agree with what Gigi says, but WHEN is more appropriate for me at the minute. When should I start charging? I've done a number of nails now in order to try and gain as much practical experience as I can, but should I give myself a couple of months before I start asking for payment, or should it be straight away? I have had no problems with the sets I have done and am very pleased with my work. I find that so many people are willing to be my "guinea pig", but am I setting a rod up for my own back?
Not sure what to do and any advice very much welcomed.
xx