Episode Summary

Michelle and Nicola discuss the challenges and psychology around money, pricing, and self-worth, especially for women in business. They share personal stories about setting prices, offering discounts, and the emotional hurdles of talking about money. The conversation covers:

• The discomfort of discussing prices with clients
• Techniques for confidently stating your rates
• The impact of childhood beliefs and family attitudes on money mindset
• The tendency to undervalue services, especially when starting out
• The importance of setting boundaries around discounts and "mates rates"
• How to calculate what to charge, including practical tips and the emotional side
• The value of services perceived as "luxuries" and how to communicate their worth
• The role of imposter syndrome in pricing decisions
• Bartering and job swaps as alternatives to monetary payment
• Listener engagement: requests for stories about money mindset, pricing strategies, and childhood money phrases

Fun Extras

• Stories about dog drying bags and furry slippers
• Lighthearted banter about autumn weather, household chores, and school memories

Listener Call to Action

• Share your experiences with money mindset and pricing
• Send in childhood money phrases you remember
• Contact: studio@thereinventiondiaries.co.uk or DM on Instagram @thereinventiondiariespodcast