Freelancing:

STEP 1: Choose ONE Skill (Very Important)

Don’t try to learn everything. Pick one skill first.

Beginner-friendly freelancing skills

• Graphic Design (Canva, Photoshop)

• Data Entry / Web Research

• Content Writing / Blog Writing

• Social Media Management

• Video Editing (CapCut, Premiere Pro)

• Web Design (WordPress)

• SEO (Search Engine Optimization)

• Email Marketing

• Virtual Assistant

👉 Tip: Choose a skill you already like or can learn in 30–60 days.

STEP 2: Learn the Skill (Free Resources)

You don’t need paid courses at first.

Free learning platforms

• YouTube (Best for beginners)

• Coursera (Free audit)

• Google Digital Garage

• HubSpot Academy

• Facebook groups

Example:

• Want graphic design → Search: “Canva graphic design full course”

• Want writing → Search: “Content writing for beginners”

⏰ Spend 2–3 hours daily for learning + practice.

STEP 3: Practice & Build a Portfolio (No Clients Needed)

Clients want proof, not certificates.

How to build a portfolio

• Create 5–10 sample works

• Do fake projects (practice projects)

• Redesign existing brands (for practice only)

Examples:

• Designer → Logos, social posts, flyers

• Writer → Blog posts, product descriptions

• VA → Excel sheets, email handling samples

👉 Use Google Drive / Notion / PDF for portfolio.

STEP 4: Create Freelancing Accounts

Create accounts on 2–3 platforms only.

Best freelancing websites

• Fiverr (Best for beginners)

• Upwork

• Freelancer

• PeoplePerHour

• Guru

Fiverr setup tips

• Use real photo

• Write clear bio

• Add portfolio samples

• Start with low price to get first clients

STEP 5: Create Gigs / Proposals Properly

This step decides success or failure.

Fiverr gig formula

• Clear title (problem + solution)

• Simple description

• Show benefits, not features

• Add FAQ

Example:

“I will design eye-catching Instagram posts for your business”

Upwork proposal formula

1. Greet client

2. Mention their problem

3. Say how you will solve it

4. Show past work/sample

5. End with a question

STEP 6: Get Your First Client (Hard but Possible)

First client takes time — don’t quit.

Tips to get first order

• Apply daily (10–20 proposals)

• Start with small jobs

• Price lower initially

• Be polite & fast in replies

⏳ First order may take 2–4 weeks.

STEP 7: Deliver Quality Work

• Follow instructions carefully

• Meet deadlines

• Communicate clearly

• Give extra value if possible

👉 Happy client = ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review

STEP 8: Increase Price Gradually

After 5–10 good reviews:

• Increase price slowly

• Improve gig quality

• Offer packages

STEP 9: Receive Payments Safely

Freelancing sites handle payment.

From Bangladesh, you can withdraw via:

• Payoneer

• Bank transfer

• Mobile banking (via Payoneer)

STEP 10: Scale Your Freelancing Career

• Learn advanced skills

• Build personal website

• Get repeat clients

• Move to higher-paying niches

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Learning too many skills at once
❌ Giving up too early
❌ Copy-paste proposals
❌ Overpricing as a beginner

Realistic Income Expectation

• Month 1–2: $0 – $100

• Month 3–4: $200 – $500

• Month 6+: $1000+ (with consistency)

If you want, tell me:
1️⃣ Your education/interest
2️⃣ How many hours per day you can work

I’ll suggest the best freelancing skill + platform just for you 👍