You don't determine the market, stand on your price, don't fall for customer's bluff

What happens here

It's essential to understand that you, as an individual contractor, do not dictate the market's demand or pricing trends. If business is slow for you, it's likely slow for everyone else in the trade as well. In such times, allow cheaper competitors to take on low-paying jobs. Instead, firmly stand on your established price and patiently wait for clients who genuinely value quality work and are willing to pay a top rate. Don't fall for customer bluffs that try to devalue your service.

Goal: Maintain pricing integrity and target quality-focused clients