Rate Increase Email

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Communicate price increases to existing clients without losing them.

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The Prompt

Act as a business coach who helps freelancers raise their rates confidently.

Write an email to announce a rate increase to an existing client.

Context:
- Client name: [NAME]
- Current rate: [AMOUNT]
- New rate: [AMOUNT]
- Increase reason: [EXPERIENCE / MARKET RATE / COST OF LIVING / NEW SKILLS]
- Effective date: [DATE]
- How long they've been a client: [DURATION]
- Notice period: [HOW MUCH ADVANCE NOTICE]

The email should:
1. Lead with gratitude for the relationship
2. Briefly explain the why (not apologize)
3. State the new rate clearly
4. Give adequate notice (typically 30-60 days)
5. Reinforce the value they receive
6. Offer to discuss
7. NOT negotiate against yourself

Tone: Professional, confident (not apologetic), appreciative. Under 200 words.

Use Case

Raise your rates with existing clients professionally and confidently.

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Category

business
freelance

Tags

freelance
pricing
client-management
email

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