Posted by scotti3g
When I first started in web development, one of my biggest weaknesses was estimating how long a project was going to take. As a result, I often under-quoted jobs and was feeling less than satisfied.
In the beginning it doesn’t hurt too much though because the main thing you’re trying to do is build a nice portfolio and gain experience. After a few years though, if your business is still making incorrect estimates then you’re toast.
Fixed Quotes Vs Hourly Rates
I’ve found clients to be much more receptive to fixed quotes. Actually, to be honest, I’ve never really tried the hourly rate thing except on smaller jobs or with regular clients who are already very happy with the value for money they get out of me.
It’s quite simple really – people need a fixed quote so they can compare apples with apples. If you say my hourly rate is $80/hr and the job could take anywhere between 20-60 hours, how does that help your client?
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