Temitope Olukomogbon – Who Turned her Writing Passion into Profession

by Brity Alisha

Continuing with our series of featured Freelancers, today we are proudly presenting to you Temitope Olukomogbon the Creative Writer, Editor and Proof reader who is known for her active participation at Truelancer. Her creative writing skills and detail oriented work has impressed to many clients. She have been a content developer for over 10 years with 3 published books. Let’s get into her freelancing life and learn how she made her writing passion into her professional career.

When did you start freelancing and what inspired you?

I started freelancing on Truelancer in September 2018. I have always loved writing. However, with a continuous push from my friend Zainat (of blessed memory) to monetize my writing skills and quit writing for free, I found a writing platform that would help in making this a reality. I searched for freelancing platforms to start my writing career and found Truelancer. I subscribed to it, and it has been a wonderful experience. Since It’s been four years, I have been providing my writing services as a freelancer.

What do you like the most about Writing?

I love writing because the joy of putting words together to get a beautiful piece that people can read, understand, and act on. It is great to see lives transformed by what they read, and this inspires me to keep writing.
Some are hungry for information. It is a wonderful experience to be the person writing to meet their needs and satisfy their quest for information.

What are the most important skills required as a freelance writer?

 There are 6 most essential skills that I believe are required as a freelance writer:

  • Creativity-ability to think outside the box
  • Great research skills
  • Understanding of SEO
  • Editing and Proofreading
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to accept and learn from criticism

What challenges have you come across in your freelancing career?

There are a lot of things that come when you choose to freelance, but the most difficult challenge I face is the Clients who refuse to pay even after you have completed the assigned task.

What according to you, does it take to be a successful freelance writer?

To become a successful freelance writer, I will mention just two things;
Firstly, creativity is key. Writing a killer article is dependent on how creative you can be because your client also pays for your creative thinking.
The second is paying attention to details. An accurate and thorough freelancer who pays attention to detail thinks through the fine points of every task, large or small produces high-quality and outstanding work.

What suggestions do you want to give to the budding freelance writer? 

There are 4 things I believe is very important for budding freelancers that are:

  • Carve out a niche for yourself, a niche that showcases your strength and skills.
  • Package your skills attractively so that you can attract clients to your services.
  • Patience is required when starting up, especially when applying for jobs and getting none in the initial phase. Keep at it, and when you get a job, give it your best.
  • Lastly, be excellent at every task.

How did you get to know about freelancing and what is your experience using Turelancer?  

I got to know about freelancing from my friends who loved doing freelancing.
Truelancer has been an amazing platform, and I have enjoyed every bit of freelancing via this platform. From the guidance provided by the support officers, recommendations to clients, the requirement that clients deposit before you start a task/project. And finally the ease of payment.

Check out her testimony.

Sonu Boniya – A Graphics Designer Who Chooses to Freelance Over 9-5 Office Jobs

by Brity Alisha

Continuing with our series of Featured Freelancers, today we are proudly presenting to you Sonu Boniya, one of our popular Graphic designers. His passion for designing has made him one of the top freelance Graphic designers consistently. His skills and hard-working attitude have impressed many global clients. Now, let’s get into his freelancing life and learn how he utilized his skills in freelancing and made himself a successful freelancer.

When did you start freelancing and what inspired you?

I started freelancing in 2011 when I finished my graphics designing course. I chose to freelance because I wanted to stay connected to my hometown and work without shifting to any city. And freelancing provided me the opportunity to contribute as a remote work designer. It’s been 11 years now my freelance journey is amazing so far.

What do you like the most about Graphic Designing?

The best part about Graphic Designing is that it is a medium where a designer can showcase their ideas, thoughts, and emotions through their design skills, and that is what I like about Graphic Designing. One needs to have a passion for their work, and I am very passionate about designings. My love for drawing and designing led me to this career.

What are the most important skills required as a freelance Graphic Designer ?

The most important skill required for graphic designing is the basics of drawing and sketching. The designer needs to visualize and put their creative idea into reality. Other than that, the knowledge of software is also very essential. I have expertise in adobe photoshop and adobe illustrator. Communication skill is another important skill in this field because one should be able to understand the requirements for a design that they need to create and offer.

What are the challenges you have come across in your freelancing career?

In my personal opinion, if you really like your work, you might not face the challenges at all. In fact, passion for own work gives the strength to come across any kind of challenge. Challenges are nothing but the perspective of a situation and how we can handle it.

What according to you does it take to be a successful Graphic Designing freelancer?

According to me, patience, continuity, and improving skills are the most important tools of a successful freelancer. Designing the field requires utmost patience to get to the final design. We can expect others to like the design once we love our design, thus we have to always keep improving our work and be persistent in doing it.

What suggestions do you want to give to budding Graphic Designing freelancers? 

The first thing that I did in my early days was, that all day I submitted designs on logo/graphics design competitions. This habit gave me the right practical skills for designing because the theory is not enough. Learn the art of sending a proposal, and waiting for the job. To be honest, there is no overnight success in freelancing, always be patient. Happy freelancing.

How did you get to know about freelancing and what is your experience using Turelancer? 

I saw a few ads on Facebook and then signed up. That is how I started my journey with Truelancer. I’m one of the top ten freelancers in the logo design category since 2014. I love this site this is the best place to get a job or project online

Saurabh Pandey – An Entrepreneur Who Started as Freelancer

by Brity Alisha

Continuing with our series of featured Freelancers, today we are proudly presenting to you Saurabh Pandey, one of our popular SEO Experts. His Digital Marketing, Website Development & SEO services have made him one of the top SEO freelancers in very short durations. His dedication, professionalism, and hard-working attitude have impressed many. Now, let’s get into his freelancing life and learn how he utilized his skills in freelancing and made himself a successful entrepreneur.

When did you start freelancing and what inspired you?

I started freelancing seven years back. As far as inspiration is concerned, I want to state that entrepreneurs have always fascinated me. The team spirit and the zeal to provide services in a global environment have always inspired me to choose freelancing as a career.

The inspirations also came from my teammates. I have the best team from web designers to web developers and content writers in my circle. It was obvious to start as a team in the field of digital marketing. In a nutshell, the collective efforts of my teammates and my honest desire to serve clients globally inspired me to take a step as an entrepreneur.

How long have you been a freelancer?

It has been 10+ years now. The journey was full of challenges as I had to cater to global clients worldwide. The expectations were vivid, and luckily, I was able to satisfy most of my clients. The journey was very fruitful too. There was a reservoir of learning at every step, from understanding the client’s requirements to taking feedbacks, from taking up the projects to delivering the project successfully. There were immense inputs that made me more confident about my skills.

What do you like the most about Digital Marketing?

Marketing is crucial for every business, be it online or traditional. The point that fascinates me is the innovation involved in digital marketing. Digital marketing is very dynamic, as the business keeps changing according to the search engines. SEO challenges me therefore, I keep myself updated about current technologies.

The idea of digital marketing has made the world come closer fascinates me. I am helping people to make their dreams come true in a passive way. The market is immense from a digital angle. It is an easy and lucrative way to reach every nook and corner by shelling out a reasonable amount. This fact helps even a mediocre entrepreneur to reach umpteen clients. In this way, digital marketing emerges as a smart tool to expand business offerings throughout the globe.

Why did you choose SEO as a career?

SEO remains the hot favorite for businesses as clients worldwide trust search engines for their needs. To save time, people always rely on search engines as it is time-saving, as well as it is economical. My inclusion in the SEO profession has been due to my immense faith that marketing can never become stale with SEO. One way or other businesses will look towards SEO to promote their services organically.

One more thing I would like to share with you. It needs the least physical resources required to run an SEO business. I started my journey with just one laptop with an internet connection, and it was all that I had seven years back. I was one of those luckier guys who got to see and feel the essence of education around. Though I lacked strong English skills, my kind clients always had a big heart to bypass this weak point.

What are the most important skills required as a Digital Marketing freelancer?

The important skill a person can acquire is to remain updated according to upcoming search engines technologies. It is the only way to remain flexible towards your digital marketing approach. First, there should be a plan B by which you have to implement your strategies. Secondly, language learning is also a key skill in local SEO. Last but not least, you have to be patient enough as it is time taking game. Initially, I used to think that I would require strong programming skills to understand search engines algorithms, but the perception was wrong. Here, I would like to tell all the aspiring SEO professionals that even a mediocre guy with an open mind and basic understanding of HTML can also excel in this field. Many experts are working hard to make things easier to understand for mediocre budding SEO professionals.

What are the challenges you have come across in your freelancing career?

The biggest challenge was to get the second client. As clients trust, review and recommendations, you have to impress the clients with your professionalism and quality of deliverables. Sometimes due to language barriers, it gets difficult to convey the requirements.

So there was a client who had difficulty explaining his requirements, and I found it a bit difficult to understand as my mother tongue is also not English. To avoid any confusion, I asked him to send me the screenshots of a specimen. He agreed to that but instead asked me to pay for those screenshots. So there came a challenge to modify my quotations according to his wish. Nevertheless, when I sent the new quotation minus his charges of the screenshot, he was very happy with my professionalism and honesty. This is how I retained an almost gone client. I hope I conveyed my thoughts well.

What according to you does it take to be a successful Digital Marketing freelancer?

You have very professional because you will be working with clients who have a different mindset from a different time zone. Not all your strategies need to work as you have wished, so be humble if you fail to deliver in time. The time frame which you commit should be realistic from day one. Keep updated your work to the clients from day one.

There are instances when things won’t work according to your strategy. In those circumstances, you will have to be open to accepting your limitations and start from scratch. It can be a costly affair on your front, but there is no escape as search engines keep changing their algorithms from time to time.

What suggestions do you want to give to budding Digital Marketing freelancers? 

Always ask for reviews and recommendations if your client is happy with your work. It makes a chain of satisfied clients. Prepare a report every day telling what you have done for a client. It makes a credibility chain. Be open to learning new technology as search engines keep changing their strategies on a time-to-time basis. Try to greet your clients in their local language. It makes them feel good.

Budding digital marketers can do wonders once they are multilingual. You may meet many clients that are not perfect in English, so you need not be worried if you know their local language you can do perfectly fine. Sometimes you will feel that you are underpaid. In those cases, you should remain flexible towards your pricing structure. Remember, one happy client can fetch you many others. At the end of the day, it is not the money you are earning, it is a bond that you are creating to maintain a long-time professional relationship that will eventually help you in the long run to convert more clients.

How did you get to know about freelancing and what is your experience using Turelancer? 

I searched in the Google search page for a freelancing platform, and I found Truelancer. India has always been a favorite destination for outsourcing. The quality that we deliver is of international quality, and Truelancer tries to add a feather in the cap with its offerings.

Freelancing is like a boon for small-budgeted entrepreneurs. You don’t have to step out in search of task doers, and you are having a pool of professionals who work for your project dedicatedly, which is the real essence of freelancing. Truelancer is doing a great job towards this objective. Ours is a country that has immense opportunities and a great array of technical minds. And with English communication skills set it is doubled even more. Comprehensively there is tremendous potential, and the Truelancer is doing a great job to combine the two. I wish you guys all the best in your noble endeavors.




Meet Komal Karale: A Gen Z Who Choose Freelancing As A Part-Time

by Brity Alisha

Continuing with our series of featured Freelancers, today we are proudly presenting to you Komal Karale, one of our popular freelancers who joined last year. Her web development, UI UX Designing, and Graphic Designing services have made her a top freelancer in very short durations. She is known for her active participation at Truelancer, who utilized her time to develop her skills during this pandemic. Her dedication, presence of mind, and hard-working attitude have impressed many. Now, let’s get into her freelancing life and learn how she utilized her skills in freelancing in this global crisis which landed her the best projects.

When did you start freelancing and what inspired you?

Well, I was in the first year of my engineering, I came across the word freelancing. I read many fascinating stories of freelancers through various platforms who talked about their freelancing journeys and their experiences which helped them create their brand and develop professional values.
Initially, I thought I don’t have enough skills to serve in this field, but the lockdown was a breakthrough. I had enough time to learn the required skills and started my freelancing journey. Now it’s been 1.5 years, providing my freelancing services.

What do you like the most about Graphic Designing and Web Developing?

I feel designing is about converting complex concepts into simple visuals. I like breaking down problems, information into much simpler forms and making people get more value from it.

What are the most important skills required as a Graphic Designing freelancer and Web Developer?

I think “Looking at Assignment from End User Point of View” is what makes a Designer different from the crowd. The Internet is connecting the world today therefore, the developers should understand what difference their creation could make in society and to self. To compete, grabbing new skills each day is the key to success.

What are the challenges you have come across in your freelancing career?

The biggest hurdle was to maintain my academics and freelance projects simultaneously. I was struggling between meetings and my college lectures. Hopefully, Truelancer Team helped me a lot by arranging client calls at my convenience. Later on, I worked on my time management skills with all my patience and hard work. Now, I can handle both pretty well. (Working on making it BEST)

What according to you does it take to be a successful Web Developer and Graphic Designing freelancer?

When someone is looking at your Design or Website, always be clear about the message you want to give to your clients. According to me, if you have done that perfectly then, you are in the right direction. To be a Web Developer and Graphic Designing freelancer, you need to take care of this.

What suggestions do you want to give to budding Web Developers and Graphic Designing freelancers? 

My advice is don’t get too excited by looking at the money that freelancers get for their work. It is not a one-day task or a stroke of luck. It takes time and hard work to build skills and to reach out your goals. You need to realize that someone is paying you for the amount of time and effort you’re bringing in for their work, so make sure your creations are worth it.

How did you get to know about freelancing and what is your experience using Turelancer? 

I got to know about freelancing from some online blogs. By far, Truelancer has been the biggest supporter of building my brand image in it. The support team of truelancer’s is excellent, and I am grateful that I am continuously getting amazing projects. I am thankful for that.

Mallika Singh- Lawyer & a versatile content writer

by Brity Alisha

Continuing with our series of featured Freelancers, today we are proudly presenting to you Mallika Singh, the Lawyer & a versatile content writer known for her active participation at Truelancer. Her dedication and never-give-up attitude has impressed many. She is a complete package and has an extraordinary talent in writing. Let’s get into her freelancing life and learn how she made her writing hobby a professional career.

When did you start freelancing, and what inspired you?

I started Freelancing in the year 2012 during my graduation days. I got inspired during my childhood days when my father bought me classic novels. There, I developed an interest in reading. My interest in reading a diverse section of books helped me a lot with my writing skills. Despite being a lawyer, I never lost my interest in trying out-of-the-box things. As a result, I ended up writing for diverse subjects.

Writing gives me a sense of freedom and independence. Meeting new people and hearing their perspectives inspires me. I can express myself better through words – whether it’s politics, poetry, story-telling, academic papers, newsletters, or reports. Thankfully, I was able to write for renowned companies like Deloitte, Luxe Magazine U.K. at a very young age. Today, I have a strong base of clients from across the globe. I am currently the head-writer for creative culture in Belgium, and I continue to provide freelancing services to other companies for their legal documents, research reports, website content, etc. 

What do you like the most about Writing? 

The fascinating thing about writing is you never fall short of words if you are a well-reader. It is a powerful tool to express different human emotions and other scenarios. It further gives you a chance to think as a critique and not just follow the majority. It gives me a feeling of accomplishment when people can relate to my write-ups, as it leaves an everlasting impact on them.

What are the most important skills required as a content writer freelancer?

According to me, everyone has a writer within. One needs to be adaptive, explore, open to new learning experiences, possess the best research skills, SEO knowledge, and intense communication skills in the professional area of Content writing. If you are ready to push your limits and devote time to your writing career, first start reading books, newspapers, anything which will give you knowledge, there you can come up with a great piece of writing. If you consider these points, you can become a successful content writer irrespective of the nature of your field of study and profession. 

What are the challenges you have come across in your freelancing career?

In the beginning, I have faced criticism for my writing skills, but due to my ability to listen and make amendments, I ended up with some potential clients who still rely heavily on my writing work. Apart from this, there were times when people would not pay adequately for the quality of work delivered. 

Initially, I faced the problem of inadequate pay, but thankfully, I had clients from across the globe who were ready to pay a good amount for the time and effort invested by me. 

The writers should be respected and be paid adequately for their work because it takes a lot of hard work, passion, brainstorming, and time.

What according to you does it take to be a successful Content writer?

Great writers are observers, always taking mental notes and noting subtle changes around them. A good content piece is based on a fine balance of diligent research, wordplay, sound expertise, and of course, good vocabulary and grammar. Further, if one is willing to broaden his perspectives, he can still relate to the audience, and nothing can stop you from being a successful content writer.

What suggestions do you want to give to budding content writer freelancers? 

Do not fear any challenges. Keep trying your hands on versatile content. Don’t think that if you are writing non-technical articles, you cannot write technical articles. I have always pushed my limits and worked in a versatile environment as a content writer. This attitude has helped me improve my knowledge and skills. Lastly, you have a notebook in your head. Keep a record of subtle details, and never forget to tap into an emotion.

How did you get to know about freelancing and what is your experience using Turelancer?

 I learned about freelancing from my younger brother, who started his ghostwriting career during his college days. That helped me understand how I could utilise my writing skills for different companies across the globe and earn good pocket money to have a sense of independence even during my early college days.

 Truelancer has been a great platform that helped me connect with potential clients. I have been connected with Truelancer since inception, and they helped me grow as an individual.

A journey of more than 3 years with this website has been fascinating.