Module 12: Pricing Your Services & Negotiating Gigs
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3 Big Ideas
- Price your services based on costs, skill level, and value to clients.
- Research local market rates to remain competitive and fair.
- Communicate value clearly and use contracts to protect your business.
Action Steps (do these now)
- Calculate your costs and set a minimum rate for your services.
- Research local DJ rates for similar events.
- Practice presenting your value and negotiating a booking scenario.
🛡️ Mission 12: Protecting Your Money
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🧭 Mission Briefing
Objective: Protect your money using insurance, fraud awareness, and strong online safety habits. Think like a guardian: reduce risk, prevent losses, and act quickly if something goes wrong.
🎯 Target 1: Insurance (Transfer Risk)
- Health Insurance — Helps pay medical costs.
- Auto Insurance — Covers damage/liability in accidents.
- Homeowners/Renters — Protects your home/belongings.
- Life Insurance — Supports loved ones if you pass away.
🎯 Target 2: Scams & Fraud (Spot the Tricks)
- Phishing: fake emails/texts pretending to be trusted sources.
- Imposter Calls: “bank/IRS” demanding urgent payment.
- Romance/Prize Scams: emotional pressure or “you’ve won!”
- Rule: No legit org asks for gift cards or crypto for payment.
🎯 Target 3: Online Safety (Harden Your Accounts)
- Use strong, unique passwords (long passphrases or 12–16+ random chars).
- Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA).
- Avoid banking on public Wi-Fi (use cellular or a trusted VPN).
🎯 Target 4: Credit & Identity Protection
- Check your credit reports yearly (look for unknown accounts).
- Turn on alerts for unusual transactions.
- If identity theft occurs: freeze credit and report it immediately.
Mission Recap: Insure what matters, spot scams, lock down your logins, monitor credit, and act fast on suspicious activity.
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