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Freelancer Profitability Calculator
by SoloBossFounder·Mar 13, 2026·1 point·0 comments
AI Analysis
●MidSolve My Problem
Basic calculator when spreadsheets already handle this calculation freely.
Strengths
- •Quick-fill example scenarios show realistic client situations like scope creep
- •Clear upsell path to SoloBoss for ongoing profitability tracking
Weaknesses
- •No persistent tracking—just a one-time calculation
- •Any spreadsheet template accomplishes the same thing
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Target Audience
Freelancers and independent contractors
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Spreadsheet templates · Hourly rate calculators
Post Description
Freelancers often focus on revenue but don't always calculate their effective hourly rate after time and client-specific costs. I built a simple calculator that lets you enter revenue, hours worked, and expenses to see the real hourly rate for a client. Sometimes the result is surprising. Curious if others find it useful.
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