From Zero to Side Hustle Success: A Beginner's Guide to Launching Your Freelance Career

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By Shelly Leroux · February 28, 2024

Feeling lost about turning your skills into a side hustle? This guide is for you! We'll break down a simple strategy to explore your interests, build a portfolio, attract clients, and start earning money online.

Step 1: Explore Your Potential with Fiverr

Fiverr is a treasure trove of potential side hustles. Browse different categories (design, writing, music, etc.) to see what people are already offering. This will give you a sense of:

• Skills in demand: Identify which skills are most sought-after.

• Earning potential: See what freelancers can charge for various services.

• What interests you: Pay attention to what catches your eye and ignites your curiosity.

Step 2: Choose a Skill and Build a Portfolio

• Pick a category: Based on your Fiverr exploration, choose a skill you want to develop.

• Free Tool Time! Let's explore Canva and Groove:

  • Canva: Perfect for creating social media graphics, logos, presentations, and more.

  • Groove: Build simple websites, sales pages, or even try your hand at e-commerce (requires learning, but it's a highly valuable skill).

Step 3: The Daily Challenge

Commit to creating something every day in your chosen category, even if it's small. The goal is to build skills and a portfolio of work. For example, if graphic design is your focus, you could create:

• Social media graphics

• Simple logos

• Infographics

• Presentation slides

Step 4: Choose Your Social Platform

Select ONE platform to share your work: YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, etc. Consistency is key! We recommend YouTube because it has potential for additional income.

• Post your creations daily: Share a quick video or image showcasing what you made.

• Explain your process: Briefly describe how you created the project and what tools you used.

• Use relevant hashtags: Helps people find your content.

Create a free bio site on Dashnex to link your social channels, Fiverr profile (once you create it), and that portfolio site you created with Groove (hint). This gives potential clients one central place to find you.

Additional Tips:

• Don't Be Afraid to Start Small: Everyone starts somewhere!

• Interact with Others: Engage with people in your niche on social media and on Fiverr.

• Be Patient: Building a side hustle takes time, but it's incredibly rewarding.

• Set Attainable Goals: Don't try to master all of these platforms at once.

Ready to Launch Your Side Hustle?

Now that you're equipped with these actionable steps, are you ready to take your first step towards launching your side hustle? This guide is just the beginning. The journey to freelancing success lies in exploration, consistent practice, and continuous learning. So, pick a skill, embrace the daily challenge, and embark on your side hustle adventure!