I decided to gather and share my notes of the videos I've watched till now in one place. Writing this down helps me reflect, and maybe it can bring value to someone else too. Start with the Right Intention Before anything, I learned it’s powerful to start work with a Dua, a small conversation with Allah. It keeps your heart clean and your focus aligned. Benefits of Freelancing - Time independence - Controlled workload - Exponential growth - Ego blocks learning. - Every project is a teacher, which means new lessons from every client. - Creative freedom (within client scope) - Global market access Freelancing vs Traditional Jobs - It’s now clear who should go for jobs and who is built for freelancing. - I also realized you can do freelancing alongside a job if your time management is strong. I used to think this was a myth, but that was just self-doubt. Common Freelancing Problems (and Solutions) Finding Clients - Platforms: Upwork, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Discord. Time Management - Work in blocks. - Do deep work. - Push non-essential tasks to the end. - Use apps if they help. Skill & Security - Master your skill so there’s no fear of “job security.” - Keep learning, keep stacking new skills. Clients & Projects - Always keep multiple projects to avoid client dependency. - Align with client time zones and deliver before deadlines. - Avoid burnout: say no when the workload is too much or set clear dates. - Communicate clearly with difficult clients, always in writing. - Don’t over-offer perks; tailor value to each client. - Educate clients when needed, then close them strong. - On exit, explain clearly without blame. Personal Challenges - If loneliness hits, try co-working spaces or join online communities. - Always keep a mentor in your field to guide you. Professionalism means no harm to you, no harm to your client. Types of Freelance Work I’m Exploring - AI automation 🤖 - Project management - Funnel building - Researching high-paying niches - Systems automation (Zapier, Make.com) - Skill stacking: one skill on top of another

1. Start with comments on posts. Keep them natural and easy so the client never feels they are AI generated. 2. Aim to engage in a real way. Your tone should sound like a normal person having a conversation, not a script. 3. If you comment, explain in detail. Short empty replies look robotic. Add value in every response. 4. Appreciate where needed. If someone shares a win or idea, respond with genuine support. 5. Community grouping is allowed, though every group must follow the rules set by the community owner. 6. It is not necessary to connect only with the founder. You can build relationships with active members as well. 7. Build groups in a way where the community grows. Help others so they also help you. 8. Pitch the client based on their niche and goals. Focus on growing their channel so you can earn through performance. 9. Pitch should stay average and comfortable. Avoid sending an offer that feels too expensive or too low. 10. Always present offers that benefit both sides. Simple structures include:• 60 40• 50 50• 70 30 11. Three main offer styles:• Five thousand fee• Fifty fifty revenue share• Two thousand plus seventy thirty or eighty twenty 12. Create offers that feel fair and realistic. Never demand high amounts at the start. 13. Posting and engagement are necessary steps. Without them, outreach will not create trust or conversions.

If you want to make better use of your free time, start reading books.Not into reading? No problem — start listening to book summaries instead. It’s a quick way to gain knowledge. Personally, I also prefer summaries because I find it hard to finish full books. But here’s something important: 👉 Don’t just listen. Take notes on the points you find most useful. Writing helps you remember what you learn. Here’s a video I watched along with my notes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrtP_Bs4ioI&t=4s&ab_channel=Brainfoods Book Title: You Can Negotiate Anything 1. kisi ko negotiate krne se pehle apni limits set kr lehn 2. koi bhi emotional tactics na apnai blke sakoon se kr rehn 3. apko samne wale ki zarurat ko bhi smjhna chahiye our compromise krna chahiye 4. hr br zaroori nhi ke ap kisi ko harai unki zarurat balance kr na zaroori hota hn 5. sbki zarurato ko dekh ke aese hal nikale ke ap jo chahte hn wo bhi ho jai our dusra jo chahta hn wo bhi ho jai 6. trust hasil krna sab se zaroori hn ta ke samne wala normal hoke puri baat kr sakeh 7. kisi cheez ko kareedne jai tu negotiate kr te apko us cheez ko kho dena ka risk na ho 8. ap sells man ko keh sake over price hn dusri jaga itni hn ya meine itne ki li thi 9. kisi baat kr we apko pta ho apke pass usse zyada kitni power hn 10. agr ap koi cheez buy krne jate hn tu direct wo nhi dekhe blke usse milti julti kaafi cheeze dekhe our sochne ka time lehn 11. dure din dobara apne frnd ko leke jai our dobara zyada cheeze dekhe isse discount ke chances zyada honge 12. negotiate krne se pehle jis bare mein negotition kr ni ho uski information lehn 13. kisi cheez ap paise lgai our samne wala gussa ho jai tu foran uske paise 100 se 500 nhi kr rehn 14. psnd ane wale insaan ki tarah nazar ane se apke pass ek power a jati hn 15. apko personal rehne ki kohsish krni chahiye 16. personal rehne ke liye relax rehna hn our badtameezi nhi krni hn 17. negotitiate aese bnde se kr rehn ke apko pta ho ke wo apki requirments puri kr skta hn

One thing I want to remember about today I performed all my prayers exactly on time, which anchored my day and gave me discipline. What time did I sleep last night and when did I wake up? - Slept: 2:00 am - Woke up: 8:30 am What data will I look up after a month or year? - Consistency in performing prayers on time. - How well I managed multiple tasks under pressure. - My ability to stay disciplined and focused despite challenges. Reminders - No one can waste my time except me. - Small wins: win the seconds, win the hours. Do not overwhelm; use the 2‑minute rule. - The way you do anything is the way you do everything. - Do not multitask; focus on one big thing each day. Most Important 1–3 Tasks: 1. Complete assigned tasks with focus. 2. Manage multiple requests without losing discipline. 3. Keep prayers on time. What I do not want to do today: - Lose focus due to distractions. - Delay prayers. - Let stress take over my discipline. Diet + Gym + Boxing - Breakfast: 10:00 am - Lunch: 3 pm - Dinner: 10 pm Wins of the Day: - Performed all prayers exactly on time. - Maintained discipline throughout the day. - Stayed focused on important tasks despite pressure. - Managed multiple requests successfully. Mistakes / Learnings: - Felt overwhelmed at times due to simultaneous tasks. - Learned that managing stress while delivering results is a skill that improves with practice. Prayers - Fajr: Zohar: Asr: Maghrib: Isha: all on time

Alhamdulillah for moments like this. If someone had told me 10 years ago that one day I would buy something this meaningful with my own money, I wouldn’t have believed it. I was a completely different version of myself back then unsure, dependent, and never imagining I’d reach a point where I could provide for myself. But life has a way of unfolding in the most unexpected ways. Allah has a way of guiding you gently, step by step, even when you don’t notice it. This MacBook wasn’t bought from freelancing it’s from the money I earned through tuitions. And I’m sharing this because sometimes we all need a reminder: Growth takes time. Consistency matters. And every small effort made with trust in Allah eventually leads you somewhere beautiful. If you’re on your journey, don’t stop. Your duaas, your struggles, your little steps they will all be worth it, In shaa Allah. Here’s to new beginnings and silent prayers becoming visible blessings. 🌿✨