How to Respond When a Client Says You’re Too Expensive

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You’ve sent your proposal. You know the price is fair for the value you provide. But then it happens: Why are you so expensive? If that question has ever thrown you off balance or made you second-guess yourself, you’re not alone. In Kenya’s fast-moving hustle culture, where affordability often matters more than quality, many freelancers […]

Handling Rejection from Potential Clients Without Losing Confidence

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You finally got the meeting. Maybe you even sent a proposal. You followed up. Then came the dreaded response: “Thanks for reaching out, but we’ve decided to go in a different direction.” Whether you’re a freelancer, an agency, or someone trying to grow a business in Kenya, rejection from potential clients stings. It’s even harder […]