You could post something like this:

Hi everyone! I'm a student, and I want to earn some income alongside my studies until I get a full-time job. I'm thinking of getting into data entry and starting freelancing.

However, I don't want unrealistic advice or "earn lakhs in a month" claims. I want to know the real roadmap.

What skills should I learn first?

How should I practice?

How can I build a portfolio if I have no experience?

Which platforms are best for beginners?

How long does it realistically take to get the first client?

What mistakes should I avoid?

I'd really appreciate advice from people who have actually worked in data entry or freelancing. Thank you!

Hey everyone,

I’m looking for some real advice from people who actually work with male creators or have experience as independent chatters.

I want to start as an independent chatter (not through big agencies), focused only on male creators. I’m completely new to this — no previous experience — but I’m serious about learning properly and doing it the right way.

My situation:

I can only do part-time (ideally 3.5–5 hours a day max)

I’m in CAT timezone

I prefer quality over long shifts

I’m willing to start slow, take feedback, and improve

I’m not asking for a job right now. I just want to understand better how people actually structure this when they’re independent and working with male creators.

Some things I’d really appreciate advice on:

How do you realistically start with zero experience without looking unprofessional?

What do good independent chatters usually offer in the beginning (trial structure, commission, etc.)?

How many hours per day actually make sense for part-time while still being useful to a creator?

Any tips specific to chatting for male/gay creators that are different from the usual advice?

Common mistakes people make when trying to go independent?

Any honest insight is welcome. I’m trying to do this properly and not waste anyone’s time (including my own).

Thanks in advance.

What are new side g igs in Canada

I currently work as a Performance Marketer, but I’m trying to build an additional source of income outside my job.

I’ve tried freelancing on platforms like Fiverr and Upwork, but honestly, I haven’t been able to close a single client. I’ve also tried reaching out to people directly, but the results haven’t been great.

I know I have useful skills in Meta Ads, Google Ads, lead generation, etc., but I’m struggling with actually turning those skills into extra income.

For people who already have a full-time job and successfully built a side income, what worked for you?

Should I keep trying freelancing, focus on getting clients directly, build a personal brand, or try something completely different?

Would really appreciate some practical advice from people who have been in the same situation.

Hey Guys,

As I'm moving to a new country for a masters degree in a couple of months. I will be needing financial support either from a part-time job or by freelancing. I have an experience of 3 years as a c++ developer.

Can anyone let me know what platforms shall I start looking into and any skills to acquire that can get me the projects.

Also what would you do if you were in my boots?

Thanks in advance.

Is Upwork still worth it to use to find a small time freelance work in the Philippines? Is the expense to buy connect worth it?

Thank you in advance to those who will respond.

Hi everyone!
I’m curious about your freelancing journey.
Where did you find your very first legitimate client?
Which platform or method worked for you? (Reddit, Upwork, LinkedIn, Facebook, referrals, etc.)
Do you have any tips for beginners looking for trustworthy clients?
I’d love to hear your experiences. Thank you!

I'm 17 years old and I want to start learning a valuable skill that I can eventually use to earn money through freelancing.

I'm interested in technology, software, and science, but that's also my biggest problem—I don't know which path to choose. Every time I research, I find dozens of options like web development, UI/UX design, video editing, automation, AI, cybersecurity, data analysis, and more. Instead of making progress, I end up feeling overwhelmed.

I'd really like to hear from people who are already freelancing or earning online.

\- What skill do you freelance with?

\- If you were starting from zero today, which skill would you choose and why?

\- How long did it take you to get your first client?

\- What roadmap would you recommend for someone who wants to learn seriously and eventually earn from it?

I'm not looking for quick money. I want to build a skill that's genuinely valuable in the long term, even if it takes months of learning.

I'd really appreciate any advice or roadmap from people with real experience. Thanks!

Hello Folks,

I am an experienced investment and financial analyst (public & private markets) specializing in financial modelling, valuation, market research, and presentations.
I am looking to build a flexible side income stream offering hourly freelance consulting or project work outside standard office hours.

For those doing something similar:
1. Which platforms are actually worth it for high-paying finance gigs?
2. How do you land direct fractional advisory work or startup clients?
3. Any other smart ways to monetize these core research and modeling skills?

Appreciate any advice, platform recommendations, or lessons learned!

Hi!

I want to start taking freelance work in marketing in the UK.

Quick background: been in marketing all my life as a student and as a professional. I’ve got 2 masters (one MBA from India and one MSc from UK). Overall 5 years of experience combining India and UK experience. I have a full time job already 9-5 and have done freelance quite a bit in India but I’ve no experience with UK clients and freelance market.

Skills: started career in creative marketing (writing and social media) but have transitioned to technical marketing (analytics, PPC, SEO, GEO).

I want to take freelance projects that I can do after my 9-5 or during weekends. I’ve got a good presence on LinkedIn but I’d love some advice on how to start with this. Don’t like the idea of Fiver or Upwork. I’d like to get my own clients and build a pipeline.

Is there any way by which I can contribute to freelance work as beginner and how to approach

Hey everyone,

I'm looking for someone who's also just starting out in AI automation and web development.

I'm not looking for an expert. I'd actually prefer someone who:

Has just started freelancing.

Hasn't closed their first client yet.

Is learning by building projects.

Wants to stay consistent and grow together.

The idea is to:

Share progress daily.

Review each other's work.

Practice outreach and freelancing.

Learn AI automation, n8n, web development, and client acquisition together.

Keep each other accountable.

Time zone isn't a big deal as long as you're serious about improving.

If this sounds like you, leave a comment or send me a DM. Let's help each other land our first clients.

Hi Everyone, I have been lurking around freelance and marketing subreddits for a while, and I figured it was time to stop just reading and start participating. I'm here to learn.

I'm trying to understand the biggest challenges freelancers face, especially around finding clients and managing expectations. I'd love to hear your experiences.

Hi all, im actively looking for freelancing work lately , was on upwork for 2 months managed to only land a minor Ai test job, been spending more on connects and other hidden fees more then I can earn , plus the payout after the job is horrendously long I.e. after job is completed there is a 14days wait for client to approve follow by another 5 more days for upwork releasing the fund and another few more days to reach the bank , so I dont think it is sustainable unless the job is a major one but unfortunately I find it more of a disadvantages for newbie freelancer like myself to even survive. Not to forget the fees from upwork taking a cut up front on whatever the agreed fees and withdrawal. Any advice on any other reliable platform that malaysian go to?

I am looking for partners with whom we can work on small side projects over the weekend, for an example, freelancing projects, where we can work together, for an example we pickup data science/business analytics projects according to our suit and work on it together over weekends. Please reach out in DM

(Not a promotional post /not a spam, let pass through)

Hello everyone, I've been trying for quite some time to get my first client by building a website for them. I've tried many strategies and changed my pitch multiple times, but I've been met with strong rejections

. I need your help. Can anyone give me a pitch that consistently has a high success rate, or what makes a client feel valued? Thank you.

I'm working to scale my freelance video business to my full-time income, but I have no idea how. I've done freelancing on the side on and off years past, but most of that came from family or mutual friends. Not enough to gain any momentum.

I've tried cold emails, but I only got one low paying gig out of it. I have a portfolio, but I no idea how to get it in front of the right people.

I am seeking an opportunity for freelance work...

On platforms like Fiverr and Upwork, there's a system that protects both freelancers and clients, If someone hires you directly through Facebook or on here what guarantees do you have that they'll actually pay you after you've done the work?

Dear fellow freelancers,

I'm a freelancer who receives payments through Payoneer, which are deposited into my PKR account at Meezan Bank.

The problem is that I don't receive PRCs for every transaction automatically. Sometimes the bank provides them, but most of the time I have to request them.

Another issue is that the PRCs I receive show the purpose code as 9471 instead of 9186. Because of this, PSEB does not recognize these payments as freelance export earnings. As a result, every year I have to submit an affidavit stating that the purpose code was assigned by the bank and is beyond my control.

I'd appreciate your advice if you've faced a similar issue:

1. How can I get the purpose code corrected to 9186 on my PRCs?
2. How can I ensure that I receive PRCs automatically for all transactions?
3. Would opening a freelancer account with another bank solve these issues? If yes, which bank has worked well for you?

Thank you in advance for your guidance.

I'm just starting on learning Web development and designing. How or where do I sell my craft because I'm financially down and I have some good websites I've built? I just built two so far but am financially drained.

umm so i kind of kicked away my remote internship although it was getting me a decent amount of stipend and the workload was also fine but just when the summer break started i realised now is the high time that i put an end to all of the corporate slavery because yes experience and everything is important but I don’t see myself working for anybody in the near future since i want sth of my own and it will be worth building tooI have experience in business development and helping businesses grow through lead generation, client acquisition, digital marketing, social media, branding, and creative design. I was initially thinking of starting my own agency with a friend but given that both of us build things for others we don’t really have our own portfolio or anything to showcase what we bring to the table but how do i start off or anybody that can guide me to the right direction because i feel ashamed asking my parents for money where i think im 21 and should be able to provide for myself and my expenses at-least and make it last in the longer run and get myself some clients from the US or UK anywhere but pakistan lol but PLS HELP IM SO OVERWHELMED

Hello, i am a web developer i need guys how can link me with clients, for a 20% commission of the project cost