What comes to your mind when you hear the word freelancer? Do you think of a person who sits in his home, looking for work to do online or offline? Or do you think of students who are desperately looking for ways to earn money while they study?
Well, it’s time that we clear all these doubts and negative ideas about freelancing. So let us tell you what exactly is freelancing, who can be called a freelancer, how can someone become a freelancer, and why everyone should have at least one skill that makes them eligible for being a freelance worker/freelance skills.
Let us first understand what Freelancing is. According to Wikipedia, “the concept of freelance has been around since the early days of work”. In today’s world, freelancing is mostly done online and is a great way to make money by working from home.
So what exactly is freelancing?
Freelancing can be defined as an arrangement where a worker is hired by a company for a short period of time or for a specific task. The worker is not employed by the company on a permanent basis and is usually paid on an hourly or project-based basis.
Now that we know what freelancing is, let us try to answer the question:
Who can be a freelancer?
Almost anyone can become a freelancer. There are no age restrictions and no educational qualifications required. All you need is some skill or talent which you can offer to clients and which they, in turn, can pay you for. You also need a computer or a laptop with a good internet connection and a strong will to succeed in life.
So how can I become a freelancer?
There are different ways to become a freelancer. If you have the required skill, then all you need is to find some work that matches that skill or talent. You can go for offline jobs like meeting people who might be interested in your services/product and convincing them to hire you.
However, judging by the way technology today has evolved, we suggest that it would be best if you could offer your skills online through freelancing websites like elance, Fiverr, guru & Upwork. These websites act as meeting points between employers and freelancers and are a great way to find work that matches your skills.
Why should I become a freelancer?
There are many reasons why you should become a freelancer. The most obvious reason is that it is a great way to make money. You are your own boss and you decide how much work you want to take up. You can also choose the projects you want to work on and set your own rates. Another reason is that it gives you freedom and flexibility.
You can work from anywhere in the world, at any time of the day or night. And finally, it helps you build skills and experience which can be very useful when you decide to look for a job later on in life.
So there you have it. This is what Freelancing and Who can be a Freelancer?
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Here I share links to articles about Freelancing platforms.
Top 13 Freelancing Platforms for Pakistanis having any skill
Top 10 Freelancing Platforms for Content Writers of Pakistan