Freelance: How to Find "Premium" Clients
Mike Codeur
If you want to reach €10k/month (and more) as a freelancer, the key is to work with premium clients: those who understand the value of your work, pay well, and see you as a long-term partner.
Here’s how to attract and retain these clients:
1️⃣ Position yourself as an expert, not just an executor.
Premium clients are looking for professionals who can solve strategic problems, not just follow instructions.
👉 Example: Don’t say, "I build websites." Instead, say, "I help businesses create high-performing applications with my expertise in X or Y."
2️⃣ Offer a high-end experience.
Premium clients expect exceptional service. Be responsive, communicate clearly, and exceed their expectations. A great first experience will make them want to keep working with you.
👉 Create a smooth process from the first contact to delivery, so they feel confident they’re in good hands.
3️⃣ Build long-term relationships.
A client who pays you well today can become a source of regular income if you nurture the relationship.
👉 Fully integrate yourself into their team and bring genuine value over the long term. By understanding their projects and needs, you become an indispensable asset, increasing your chances of contract extensions or new opportunities.
4️⃣ Target businesses with real budgets.
Instead of chasing random clients, aim for businesses or industries willing to invest in premium solutions (SaaS, e-commerce, growing startups). These clients don’t negotiate your price—they invest in your results.
5️⃣ Learn to say no.
Saying no to clients who don’t value your work or argue about your rates frees up your time to attract premium clients. Your energy should focus on collaborations that elevate your business, not keep it stagnant.
💡 With premium clients:
- You work less but earn more.
- You build long-term partnerships.
- You focus on projects that motivate and challenge you.
📩 Want to learn how to attract these clients?
Join my exclusive masterclass to discover the strategies to land and retain premium clients in 2025. 👉 Link in bio! 🚀