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KNOW THE VALUE OF YOUR TIME

What is this task
really costing you?

Give your time a price. See the estimated cost of doing a task yourself, then use it as a starting point when comparing outside help.

YOUR TIME VALUE

Find your price anchor.

Enter a task, your hourly value and the time it takes. Add a quote when you have one.

01
Start with your timeThe estimate updates as you type.
CNY / hour
hours
Enter decimals: 1.5 hours means 1 hour 30 minutes.
02
Compare a quoteOptional. Add these when considering outside help.
CNY / task
hours
Include finding help, explaining the task and checking the result.
YOUR ESTIMATE · PER TASK

Video editing

The estimated value of doing it yourself
¥400.00

¥100.00×4 hours

OUTSOURCING PRICE ANCHOR¥400.00

Estimated value of your time, less any time you still spend coordinating.

This is a personal time-value estimate, not money you automatically earn or a guaranteed market price. Consider your budget, quality, trust and whether you enjoy the task.

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A useful reference, not a rule. A quote below your anchor may be worth considering; a higher quote can still make sense if it brings quality, flexibility or peace of mind.