Hey guys, in the previous blog post, we talked about “Earning Money Online
Without Investment.” In that post, I mentioned that one of the best ways to earn is
through freelancing.
So today, I thought, why not talk about some freelancing websites that are trusted
and could be the best pick for you?
Many of you might be skilled people in any industry. Doing a 9-to-5 job isn’t
meant for everyone, and you might be looking to start your career as a freelancer
because everyone deserves the freedom of working from home.
Freelancing is not just about being your own boss; it also has other benefits. You
get the opportunity to communicate with new people from across the globe. So,
let’s just talk in detail about these freelancing platforms.
Why Choose Freelancing to Earn from Home?
Before we start, let’s first talk about why you should choose freelancing rather
than doing a job or any other kind of work. There are so many benefits to being a
freelancer, so let’s talk more about why choosing this can be a big win for you.
Opportunities
Opportunity is another key to success. Once you start getting opportunities, the
more you will start contributing to your work. Hard work is good, but getting that
first small opportunity is when your hunger truly matches your passion.
Opportunities also come with other benefits, like getting to work with global
clients. By sitting at home, you can work with international clients.
The freelancing market connects you with clients who can pay you more and give
you projects that can really make your pocket strong.
In-Demand Skills
No matter what skills you have, all you need is to be an expert in them. It’s not
just about coding and video editing; there are a variety of freelancing skills that
are always in high demand.
A few skills that pay well are writing, graphic design, web development, and
digital marketing. Also, nowadays, video editors are making huge money on
freelancing platforms by editing Instagram Reels.
Best Freelancing Websites to Make Money from Home
Now, let’s talk about the Best Freelancing Websites to Make Money from
Home. You might have heard many of the platform names before, but I am
sharing only the trusted ones where you will really get freelance work.
1. Fiverr
The most popular and trusted freelancing platform is Fiverr. Fiverr itself is known
for its security for both clients and freelancers, its payment protection, and other
fair policies.
I myself prefer Fiverr as a first choice because of its unique “gig” model. So, as a
freelancer, to get work on Fiverr, you first have to create a gig for whatever skills
you have. You can price it anywhere from $5 to $50 (or even more) and then
publish it.
Once a client sees your gig, they will contact you regarding their requirements.
Fiverr takes a 20% commission from the freelancer’s earnings and also charges
a service fee to the client.
2. Upwork
After Fiverr, a platform that often stands in second place is Upwork. This is one of
the best freelancing websites and my favourite too. It has thousands of
freelancers and lakhs of clients who hire individuals.
This platform is more like a marketplace for freelancers where a client submits a
project proposal, and then freelancers (the sellers) come and place their bids.
The client will then choose to work with the person who has the required skills for
the job.
So, getting work as a freelancer on Upwork is quite different. But once you look
through the client projects that are related to your skills, bidding with the right and
balanced price can help you get the work.
3. Freelancer
Just like Fiverr and Upwork, Freelancer.com is another freelancing platform
where clients post projects, and skilled users like us can bid on them.
Apart from this, Freelancer.com has its own uniqueness, such as a “contest”
feature. In a contest, a client can post a request (like for a logo design), and
multiple freelancers can submit their work. The client then picks the best
submission as the winner and pays them for the project.
The best things about Freelancer.com are that they have a project bidding
system, freelancers can get a variety of creative work, and of course, they offer
secure payments.
4. WorknHire
We have talked a lot about Western-based freelancing platforms. Now, let’s see
what our own country-specific platforms can offer us as freelancers.
So, those who are from India and are looking for freelancing work should check
out the WorknHire platform. This platform is mainly dedicated to Indians, and you
can charge clients in Indian Rupees (INR).
This platform has much less competition compared to Fiverr and Upwork, so you
can expect to get work faster. Besides that, they also offer easy payment
processing, so freelancers can get paid more quickly.
5. Guru
Guru is like a LinkedIn for freelancers. Here, you can build a top-tier freelancing
presence by creating an attractive portfolio, profile, and so on. On Fiverr, you
create a gig, and similarly, on Guru, you get a WorkRoom, which is a special tool.
In the WorkRoom, you can manage all of your client communication, including the
tasks and requirements needed for their projects.
The best things about Guru are its transparent freelance work postings, its low
charges compared to other platforms, and its good project management tools.
Conclusion
Being a freelancer since 2018, I am convinced that freelancing can be a fantastic
career path. It’s a path where you can get freedom of time to work and a flexible
lifestyle.
So, after reading this blog post, I hope you will pick a freelancing platform for your
first project.