Consulting Success
7/14/2026

When The Work Outgrows The Fee
Short summary
A consultant's retainer quietly tripled in value without a fee adjustment, driven by fear of losing the client. The article argues clients resent surprises, not fee increases, and offers guidance on raising fees mid-engagement while preserving the relationship. It frames pricing as a communication challenge rather than a numbers problem.
- •Clients resent surprises, not fee adjustments
- •Practical guidance for raising fees mid-engagement
- •Pricing should be framed as an easy, transparent conversation
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