Tag: tactics

  • Negotiation Part III: How They Steal Your Gig

                    We have discussed how clients can use negotiation tricks to put you at a disadvantage, and how you need to prepare yourself with rates and prices, but we also need to discuss how your fellow musician can undermine the market. There is a class of individuals in…

  • Negotiation part II: How to Set Your Rates

                    Last time, we discussed the pitfalls we encounter negotiating with clients. We also need to talk about how to quote “standard” rates for what you do. While I wish I could just put up a chart, this is a complex subject, and varies with location, experience and…

  • 15 Dirty Negotiation Tricks and How to Avoid Them

                    Here is part 1 of a two-part series on setting rates and getting properly compensated on your gigs and sessions. Today, we will discuss 15 of the nasty tactics some clients will try to get your rates down or take advantage of your time and skill.