In this bite-sized episode of The Freelancers Tea Break, we're tackling one of the biggest freelance icks: when a client says, "You're too expensive." Emma shares a viral LinkedIn post exploring why that phrase hits differently, and how a simple shift in language can change the entire dynamic. It's not about your rates being too high; it's about whether they value your work.

Tune in for a quick pep talk on pricing confidence, boundary-setting, and why the best clients respect your worth.

Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:49 Why the phrase "you're too expensive" resonates with so many freelancers 1:33 Exploring the impact of client language and how it can feel devaluing 2:20 How Language Affects Client Relationship 3:29 Warning About Difficult Clients and Final Thought

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