how I started freelancing WHILE working a 9-5 job

Let’s talk through the 7 steps I took to begin freelancing on the side of a 9-5 full-time gig - and the last step of this video is the most important one and the one that actually got me to begin and take that first step even though I was petrified.

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🎞️ IN THIS VIDEO:
[00:00] intro
[02:09] step 1: figure out why this matters to you
[03:28] step 2: make a realistic plan
[05:35] step 3: create your safety net
[06:38] step 4: figure out what is enough proof for yourself
[07:48] step 5: start small
[09:11] step 6: stop overthinking
[10:58] step 7: get real with yourself

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[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.

[wenyinlai]

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!

[ViktoriaMariaSchieck]

This Video was Like you we're talking Out of my head! So relatable

[brittanicunningham]

This was so well done & so helpful!

[carlamunoz]

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

[mohibquadri]

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..

[annaa.]

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

[Zainabtriesit]

Can you please link a few remote job boards ?

[fatuilumine]

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

[thedottedpath]

Actually I am an Electrical Engineer but I am doing job in Japan International Cooperation Agency as Finance and Admin Officer which is contractual job. I have contract unto September 2025. Now I wanna do freelancing. I am learning Project Management, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, SEO along with my full time job. Would you please tell me How can I move forward? It will be very helpful. I have 9 months to prepare myself as freelancer. Thanks in advance.

[kianparas]

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!?