I’ve built service businesses where pricing and positioning mattered more than raw skill. Selling commissions is a capacity and pricing problem, not a talent problem.
Break Down the $1,500 Math
Clarity beats motivation.
Example:
Average commission price: $75
Commissions needed: 20/month
That’s 5 per week—manageable with structure.
Niche Down to Raise Prices
Generalists compete on price.
High-paying commission niches:
Pet portraits
Custom illustrations
Digital avatars
Family or couple art
Niche commissions sell for 30–60% higher.
Standardize the Commission Offer
Chaos kills margins.
Winning rules:
One art style
Clear scope
Limited revisions
Standardization cuts delivery time by 40%.
Pre-Sell Your Slots
Time is inventory.
System:
Open 20 monthly slots
Close orders when filled
Scarcity protects pricing and prevents burnout.
Collect Full Payment Upfront
Cash flow matters.
Rule:
100% payment before starting
Upfront payments reduce cancellations by 90%.
Use Proof to Close Sales
Trust converts.
Show:
Finished samples
Client testimonials
Before/after work
Social proof doubles conversion rates.
Final Wall Street Insight
$1,500 a month in commissions isn’t about working more. It’s about pricing correctly and controlling capacity.
Treat your time like inventory—and sell it wisely.
I'm Richard Polk Vaughan, head writer at The Daily Credit, where I blend Wall Street expertise with freelance hustle. Crafting investment strategies and advising clients is my game, but I also dive into affiliate marketing and social media strategy. Outside work, you’ll find me on the tennis court or golf course, and I never say no to a good pizza. Balancing work, play, and passion keeps me sharp and ahead of the curve.
