One of the biggest struggles virtual assistants face is transitioning from hourly work to stable, high-paying retainers. The fear of raising prices, the worry about losing clients, and the uncertainty of how to have that conversation can feel overwhelming.
But what if I told you that not only is it possible, but you can do it confidently—without fear of pushback or losing your best clients?
Imagine increasing your prices and not having to fear having a conversation with your current clients about increasing their rates because you know exactly what to say and how to increase their current package.
That was the reality for my client when she increased her current client’s rate from hourly to the highest monthly retainers she’s ever made.
🍾 From charging $20/hour to retainers with the SAME clients at $1500/month & $2000/month.
👉🏼Before we started working together, there were days when she felt discouraged and stuck. She told me she didn’t know if anyone would ever pay her a retainer because most clients were looking to pay a VA hourly.
BUT THEN
We started working together and this happened…
She took the time to understand WHY and WHEN a rate increase is necessary and exactly what to say to her client so she could have this conversation confidently.
We worked on her mindset, crushed limiting beliefs, restructured her packages, and used my rate increase formula + conversation template to help her have a successful rate increase convo with her client.
The Results: A Business Transformed
Because of this work, she was able to:
✅ Transition from hourly work to monthly retainers
✅ Increase her monthly revenue by $2,500 💸
✅ Set a new minimum retainer for all future clients
✅ Feel confident charging what her expertise truly deserves
The best part? She didn’t lose clients. Instead, her existing clients saw the value in continuing to work with her at a higher rate.
Because of this, my client no longer works hourly and has set a HIGH minimum monthly retainer for all new clients
And if you use the same strategy and take the same steps within YOUR business there’s no reason why you couldn’t achieve the same in a month or less.
✨If you’re looking to increase your rates with current clients who are paying you way less than what you know your expertise deserves and increase your monthly minimum with new clients, I can help! Whether you want 1:1 coaching or a 90 minute strategy session, I’m your girl! Book your call and learn more here!
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