How I Built a Successful Freelance Career from Scratch
My step by step journey
I never thought I’d be a successful freelancer. It seems like a blur of growth, learning, and experiences when I look back.
Starting from zero and building a successful freelance profession has been one of the most rewarding and difficult experiences of my life.
I want to tell my story, the tactics I used, and the lessons I discovered in this article.
My Leap of Faith in the Beginning
I started my adventure because I had to. Although my 9 to 5 job paid the bills, I was not feeling fulfilled at my job. I longed for flexibility, creativity, and a feeling of control over my work.
I finally made the decision to start freelancing one day after giving it some serious thought and getting support from friends.
It was a bold move. I was quite anxious about the future, and I had no clients or a clear plan of action. However, I was adamant about making it work.
Finding my niche
Finding out what services I could provide was the first step. Since I’ve always had a strong love for writing, creating content seemed like a perfect fit. But with so many writers in the freelancing industry, I knew…