I agree about not dropping prices. I started my business in January and seem to be commanding increasingly better paid work as time progresses. I offer a high quality decorating service, I have set rates, which enables me to be consistent while I build up a client base. Rather than keep increasing prices for the same service, I am gradually moving into my specialist niche, hand-painted kitchens and furniture, which commands a premium rate, and sets me apart from most other companies.

To bolster the over all quality of what I do, I have teamed up with a brilliant colour specialist and offer a free initial colour consultation for customers lost for ideas. I refuse to undervalue what I know I do well, and try to improve on what I offer all the time. Convenience is great, but sometimes the best things cant be rushed!