If you have landed on this article it means either you are in the efforts for adopting freelancing as a career or you want to know more about freelancing in general. Or else you qualify for the third category which means you are already struggling in the field and working hard to improve. Whatever your category is, no matter what is your current occupation your question is the same as others.
What is the scope of freelancing in Pakistan? Can you make living out of it?
The answer to your question is YES. In Pakistan, freelancing can be seen as a field of emerging talents that can provide you a strong base to stand on and be known as a successful individual.
Here to clear your doubts and give you a comprehensive answer I am listing some necessary points that anyone who wills to step into this field must know.
What is Freelancing?
If you are not familiar with the basics of Freelancing, “Freelance, freelancer, and freelance worker, are terms commonly used for a person who is self-employed and not necessarily committed to a particular employer long-term.” That’s the terminology you get after you ask Wikipedia about freelancing.
In other words, Freelancing is a home-based job. You can sit back at your home on your electronic devices which connect you to the world of the internet and do your job. For this job particularity, you won’t be bounded and won’t have any sort of limitations. You are your own boss and your own worker. You will be the one releasing orders to start working on a new project with clients. For your own self, you will search for clients to work with. The one who will set requirements, terms, limitations, working hours, and the rate for your hard work is YOU.
Set your goals:
It was nice knowing Freelancing in simple words and it might have sounded very easy and fun. Right? But, it’s not.
I am sorry to break it to you but as someone who has been in this work field for quite enough time, I know the struggles and the hard time I went through. Before you blindly jump into the pool of the Internet world you must clarify “what’s your goal?’
If you don’t have a goal set yet that’s the first thing you should be working on after reading this article. It’s extremely important to ask yourself why are you willing to do this job? Here, I used the term “job” because indeed it is a job. People who do it for fun or for time passes might be able to get some work opportunities out of luck but their luck and charms don’t work every time.
Freelancing is not easy:
The words above might have disturbed you however the truth can’t be changed. If I would have said Freelancing is easy then nobody would be reading this article to gather information before he faces the harsh realities. There would be no competition and struggle but everyone would have applied for a job because the scope is vast.
Although freelancers are at ease at some points than those who work 9–5 daily, it doesn’t mean that anyone can get up and declare himself a freelancer. Apart from some painless points, there are many rigid parts to it. Such as starting as a freelancer.
A freelance beginner:
For beginners, it’s tremendously hard to find a job when the clients are in demand for work experience and the competition is tough. But it’s not impossible, if you advertise yourself the right way and prove why you should be preferred over other’s experience then you can get your gig within the first 2 months of starting. Also, don’t forget how important it is to have a portfolio and a professional style of presenting yourself.
To set yourself up, you can watch multiple youtube videos and read blogs online so you will get some ideas before you start searching for your first ever gig.
Choosing whats best for you:
Now if you just want to escape from the reality and indulge yourself in different things and activities, freelancing isn’t for you. Many people will disagree with me but the point that I am trying to make is, you are already set. As someone who has a suitable nice lifestyle and good opportunities for the future, you don’t need to put yourself in this market.
I am not saying that you must not join freelancing but I used the word should because sometimes working 9–5 works for people who like to have a routine. Nevertheless, you can explore yourself and give it a try.
If you have decided to be a freelancer and to have a career with it. Begin with certainty and choose what’s best for you. I have seen people who have been blessed with multiple skills but they get confused in choosing what should be their major?
Ask yourself, what brings you utmost joy and satisfaction? Which one do you enjoy working on?
If you can’t decide then take your time. Giving time and working on each skill at a time might work for you.
Do your research:
To improve your work and to come with the best version of it, research plays an essential part. Before starting, you need to be reading articles and watch videos of many other freelancers who share their stories to inspire others. Listen to their reviews and work experience, the difficulties they had to face. And even when you are ready, don’t stop reading and listening. These both can guarantee your success. Not only your work will improve but you will find yourself in high spirits.
It’s important to learn how to work professionally. It makes you look more elegant and the rest of the track becomes easier as time passes.
Practice:
“Practice makes a man perfect”. It sounded very cliche. Right? Sometimes you have to accept the old facts. In order to succeed you need to keep on practicing your skill. It’s a primary law of learning if you keep on practicing your skill or work you will not only improve but the learning lasts longer. The repetition and constant practice will strengthen your skills and it will be easier for you to remember them. Thus, you will have a great command of your skill and you will become capable of using it to earn money.
Scope of freelancing in Pakistan:
In the past few years, the young talent of Pakistan has set an example for many others. The number of freelancers is increasing rapidly which foretells many things about freelancing. In an article published by Forbes magazine in 2018, there was made a list of Top countries in the freelance market and Pakistan stands 4th on it. Pakistan scores 47% on that list which is no surprise for us. Our country is filled with talents. But the emerging talent only requires guidance and hard work.
Indeed freelancing is a job that can pay your bills and give you the necessary means of life but you have to strive. Once you pass what every beginner fears, you will see your pathways becoming more clear and your journey easier. It is extremely important to maintain your consistency to become successful. The more you practice and spend your time improving yourself the more freelancing will be facile and simple.
Success is for those who strive.
Those who have already stepped into the market will know the importance of freelancing. But without any single doubt, the scope of freelancing in Pakistan is vast. More and more opportunities will turn up and people with true devotion and hard work will definitely be seen on top lists.
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