How To Get Paid When You Hate Asking For Money

TL;DR

Marie Forleo gives three tips to help gain confidence in charging for services, emphasizing the importance of valuing oneself and the value customers receive when they pay for a service.

Transcript

Hey there it’s Marie Forleo and you are watching MarieTV, the place to be to create a business and a life that you love and this is Q&A Tuesday. That was an odd move, but let’s go with it. Today’s question comes from Deann and she writes: “Hi Marie. A friend turned me onto your show and I’m really enjoying your episodes and guests. I’m a 45 year ol... Read More

Key Insights

• 🈂️ Charging for services provides value to both the service provider and the customer.
• 😷 Shifting mindset and recognizing the value of one's services helps in gaining confidence to ask for payment.
• 🆘 Practicing discussing prices with friends can help normalize conversations about payment.
• 💄 Using modern payment systems makes it simple and convenient for customers to pay.
• 🈂️ Valuing oneself and recognizing one's worth are crucial in confidently charging for services.
• 😷 Confidence in asking for payment comes with practice and repetition.
• 🈂️ Charging for services ensures customers are more invested in the experience and motivated to achieve desired results.

Questions & Answers

Q: Why do many people, especially women, struggle with asking for payment for something they love?

The discomfort around asking for money often stems from a lack of self-worth and underestimating the value of one's services. It is important to shift mindset and recognize the value that charging brings to both the service provider and the customer.

Q: How can practicing discussing prices with friends help gain confidence in asking for payment?

Having a "pay me party" where friends ask about prices and the service provider confidently states their rates helps normalize discussing prices. By repeatedly practicing these conversations, it becomes more comfortable and natural to talk about payment.

Q: What are the benefits of using modern payment systems like Square?

Modern payment systems make it simple and convenient for customers to pay, which can eliminate any awkwardness or discomfort around accepting payment. Systems like Square turn mobile devices into cash registers, making the transaction process seamless.

Q: How can valuing oneself help with confidently charging for services?

Recognizing one's worth and valuing the expertise and skills they bring to the table is essential in confidently charging for services. By valuing oneself, it becomes easier to communicate one's worth to potential customers and ask for fair compensation.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Deann, a mother of two, wants to start a business leading outdoor activities for women but feels uncomfortable charging for her services.

• Marie Forleo suggests three tips to overcome the fear of asking for payment, including shifting mindset, practicing discussing prices with friends, and using modern payment systems.

• Forleo emphasizes the importance of valuing oneself and the value customers receive when they pay for a service.