EPISODE · Jun 18, 2026 · 8 MIN
022. Afraid to Raise Your Prices? Here's What It's Really Costing You
from Profit Isn’t an Accident · host Shannon Howard
Most business owners aren't struggling because they charge too much. They're struggling because they charge too little. In this episode of Profit Isn't an Accident, Shannon Howard breaks down one of the most common profit killers in small business: underpricing. If you've ever worried about losing customers, getting underbid, or hearing "that's too expensive," this episode will help you rethink how you approach pricing and profitability. You'll learn why staying busy doesn't always mean you're making money, the hidden costs of underpricing, and how to build confidence in your pricing strategy without feeling like you're taking advantage of customers. In This Episode You'll Learn: ✅ Why underpricing feels safe—but is actually dangerous ✅ The difference between being busy and being profitable ✅ The 5 biggest pricing lies business owners tell themselves ✅ Why competing on price is a race to the bottom ✅ How pricing impacts cash flow, stress, and growth ✅ Why confidence and pricing are more connected than most owners realize ✅ How to determine pricing based on profit goals—not fear If you've ever thought: "I don't think I can raise my prices." This episode is for you. Connect with Denali Edge Consulting 🌐 Website: https://www.denaliedgeconsulting.com 📘 Free Profit Edge Playbook: https://www.denaliedgeconsulting.com/free-book 📈 Book a Profit Acceleration Session: https://www.denaliedgeconsulting.com/pas Subscribe to Profit Isn't an Accident New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday helping contractors, trades, and service business owners increase profit, improve cash flow, and gain financial clarity.
Embed this episode
What this episode covers
Afraid to Raise Your Prices? Here’s What It’s Really Costing You Why do so many business owners struggle to raise their prices—even when they know they should? In this episode, Shannon Howard explores the real reason pricing feels so uncomfortable and reveals the hidden costs of underpricing your services. You’ll discover why being busy isn’t the same as being profitable, the common pricing mistakes that keep owners stuck, and how confidence plays a bigger role in pricing than most people realize. If you’re tired of working harder without seeing more profit, this episode will help you think differently about pricing and the true value you bring to your customers. Key Takeaways: • Why underpricing creates long-term financial stress • The difference between winning jobs and making money • The 5 pricing lies keeping business owners stuck • Why competing on price is rarely a winning strategy • How to price for profit instead of survival Revenue feeds your ego. Profit feeds your family. Listen now and learn how to stop undervaluing your work and start building a healthier, more profitable business.
Ready to play
022. Afraid to Raise Your Prices? Here's What It's Really Costing You
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
No similar episodes found.