how I started freelancing WHILE working a 9-5 job

[@DesignDrawDo]

Catastrophiser yup THATS ME. this was an awesome video Deya, thank you!

[@MattSaundersCoach]

Great tips Deya! I think the only way we differ is that when I started, I had very few savings and not much of a plan. Thankfully, demand outstripped supply and I was able to keep the lights on, BUT, the work itself wasn't very enjoyable. That's why your first step - knowing what you want - is so crucial.

[@MyNameIsDeya]

Thank you, Matt. Glad to hear that it all worked out! Yes, figuring out what is important to you is a first step not to be looked over.

[@carlamunoz23]

My first step is watching these videos and creating my ikigai diagram to get clear on my vision.

[@wenyinlai5172]

Thank you so much for making this channel. All the tips that you have provided on this channel are so helpful. I was at the same burst point where I thought it was riskier for me not to find an alternative other than the traditional 9 to 5. I am still at the prepping stage of starting my freelancing business and it's crucial to kick aside perfectionism and just take the first step. Love the quote!

[@MyNameIsDeya]

Wenyin, thank you for letting me know that it is helpful. I am so glad! Yes, kick aside perfection and keep moving forward! :)

[@brittanicunningham]

This was so well done & so helpful!

[@MyNameIsDeya]

I'm so glad to hear that, Britt!

[@annaa.1347]

I feel SO seen in the first 2 minutes of this video 😅

[@MyNameIsDeya]

hahahahahaa a very relatable problem, trust me!

[@mohibquadri4053]

Excellent 🌟 Besides Experience which factors matters to Clients mostly to get projects & What book would u suggest to get started in freelancing as beginner for someone who is a working consultant for engineering projects..

[@MyNameIsDeya]

Soft Skills are also key factors in working with good clients. I have a video on Freelancer Soft SKills here:kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYaqp2NujbVgh9E

[@MDBoss-fv2eu]

Thank you

[@fatuilumine605]

Hi Deya! your video is very insightful. I recently got an offer for a freelance remote job but they have a fix time. do you think it is worth it to work fulltime 9-5 in daytime and freelancing in night time? I just thinking like how many people have been doing this (and they are fine) or should i quit my fulltime job. (the salary for freelancing is higher than my current fulltime job😅) thanks

[@Zainabtriesit]

Can you please link a few remote job boards ?

[@kianparas7974]

The absolute "tweet"to be able to balance that with a freelance gig and still have a life :( But hey, got to get real right!?

[@MyNameIsDeya]

Ah, yes indeed! It's not always easy but definitely possible! :)