Somewhat new to freelance. I got booked for a 2 month long gig at an hourly rate. Typically I bill and work 40 hours a week, but lately I have had more waiting time in between project stages. Should I bill for the waiting time?

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Yes! Act like that’s what you always do. Being on hold still means you’re not taking other projects. It’s not free.

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100%. They are holding you for the day. They have to pay for your time that you are unavailable to take on other work because you are waiting for the gatekeeper to dole out your next task.

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Yes you will 40hrs a week even if you’re waiting around.

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Thank you, everyone! Charged 40 hours. Crossing fingers no one gives me a hard time

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