I can think of two Options: You could try getting in touch directly with new clients (costs time and effort) and negotiate a better deal. You could negotiate

I can think of two Options: You could try getting in touch directly with new clients (costs time and effort) and negotiate a better deal. You could negotiate with your friend to pay you the full amount but pay your friend a fixed fee instead (applicable if the worktime is not constant). For example if you work 50h/month the client pays 700 - 450 for you. Offer your friend a constant 200$. But try to increase your worktime so you get a better quote and your friend has a fixed income.