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Tbh, figuring out a fixed schedule for client calls was a game changer
Honestly, I noticed more freelancers are talking about setting strict work hours lately. Tbh, I used to let clients book calls anytime, even during dinner with my kids. It was chaos, and I felt like I was always on call. So I learned to block out specific days and times for meetings only. I picked this up from a freelancer friend who said it saved her from burnout. Now, I tell new clients upfront that I'm available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 to 2. It sounds simple, but it gave me back my evenings and weekends. My work is better because I'm not rushed or distracted, and my family time is actually mine again.
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green.shane8mo ago
Honestly, my move was to offer a single emergency slot outside my usual times, but I charge extra for it. I frame it as a special one-time thing to help them out, which makes them really think if their call is that urgent. Most of the time they just fit into my normal hours, and the few who pay the extra fee make it worth the hassle.
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claire_gibson8mo ago
How do you handle it when a potential client pushes back on your set schedule? Like if they really need a call outside your Tuesday/Thursday window. I'm curious if you've found a way to stick to your boundaries without losing the work. That's the part I still struggle with sometimes.
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