How to set fees for independent contract work

How to set fees for independent contract work — I’ve had a flurry of requests for information on this topic. With the way the economy is right now, many people are interested in figuring out how to price their contract work. If you’re one of them, take a look at my post on setting consulting fee rates or, for something more in depth, check out my Consulting Fees Guide. Month after month, those are the most popular pages on this site, so I know many of you are keen to figure out your rates.

Do you have any general questions about setting rates?