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Seek the intersection of these questions to carve out your service offering. Do not fall into the trap of over-perfecting your skills before entering the marketplace. Instead, rapidly gain experience by setting competitive rates and starting to accumulate tangible proof of your skills.
The Skill Pyramid for Income
Within online services, consider a framework called the skill pyramid, which includes four essential elements:
Positioning: Target your service to businesses looking to increase their revenue rather than being just another freelancer.
Leverage: Shift from hourly payments to value-based compensation based on results, thus increasing your income potential.