© The Upskill AI Daily, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2026
Happy Wednesday!
Yesterday you picked your new rate. Today, you get the words.
This is the message you'll send to your client. Copy it. Fill in the blanks. Then send.
Hindi mo kailangang mag-improvise. I got you.
📝 The Rate Increase Message:
"Hi [CLIENT NAME],
I wanted to give you a quick heads up that my rates will be updated starting [DATE — give 2-4 weeks notice].
Over the past few months, I've invested in new skills and tools that help me deliver faster and higher-quality work — including AI-powered workflows and better systems.
Starting [DATE], my rate will be $[NEW RATE] per hour.
I really enjoy working with you and hope we can continue. If you have any questions, happy to chat.
Thank you!"
✨ Why this works:
Gives notice. 2-4 weeks is professional. No surprises.
Explains the WHY. You got better. That's not bragging — that's context.
States the new rate clearly. No hedging. No "I was thinking maybe..."
Leaves room for conversation. But doesn't negotiate against yourself.
🚫 What NOT to do:
❌ Don't apologize. ("I'm so sorry, but I need to raise my rate...")
❌ Don't over-explain. (Your full life story isn't needed.)
❌ Don't offer a discount before they even ask. (Let them respond first.)
Try this: Open a doc right now. Paste the template. Fill in the blanks:
Client name
Date (2-4 weeks from now)
Your new rate
Save it. You don't have to send it today — pero ready na siya.
One script is good. A complete system is better.
UpSkill AI Growth Membership gives you "The Pitch Kit" (scripts for every rate conversation), weekly coaching (when you need someone to talk it through with), certification (proof of your worth), and 100+ templates.
Final days: Founding Member pricing ends April 5. Lock in $19/month forever before it goes to $29/month.
📌 Quick note:
We're pausing for Holy Week — no newsletters on April 2-3.
When we come back on Monday (April 6), we'll talk about what to do if your client pushes back.
Spoiler: Most won't. But if they do — you'll know exactly what to say.
Have a peaceful Holy Week. Rest. Recharge.
P.S. — If you're a VA who wants to stop worrying about AI and start earning more because of it, 200+ Filipinas inside UpSkill AI are doing exactly that. See the plans here →
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