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“What’s your hourly rate?” it’s an all too frequent question that freelancers and consultants hear from new clients. But what’s the right way to go about pricing your services? There are many viewpoints that suggest that small businesses should never charge by the hour, but I disagree. Certain clients and projects are absolutely the right fit for hourly pricing.