Freelancing & Online Earning Skills 

Course Duration - 3 Months

ATHMOJYOTI CONSULTANCY SERVICES

Course Overview by Month

1. Introduction to Freelancing & Platforms

2. Learning In-Demand Skills

3. Earning Methods & Career Building

Weekly Modules with Notes, Examples & Exercises

Month 1: Freelancing Foundations

Week 1: Introduction to Freelancing

• What is freelancing?

• Top freelancing platforms (Fiverr, Upwork, Freelancer)

• How freelancing works

 Notes:

• Freelancers are self-employed and offer services online.

• Popular fields: Writing, Graphic Design, Web Development, Data Entry

 Example:
A freelance logo designer on Fiverr earns $10–$100 per logo.

     Exercise:
Q: Name two freelancing platforms.
A: Fiverr, Upwork

Week 2: Creating Accounts on Freelancing Platforms

• Creating a Fiverr/Upwork profile

• Choosing skills, writing bio, profile picture

• Understanding dashboard

Notes:

• Use a professional photo and clear service description.

• Highlight your skills, experience, or learning.

Example:
Profile Bio: “I’m a certified graphic designer with 2 years’ experience creating logos and banners.”

Exercise:
Q: What should you include in a freelancer bio?
A: Skills, experience, services offered, professionalism.

Week 3: Gig Creation & Service Listings (Fiverr Focus)

• What is a Gig?

• Creating your first Gig (Title, Description, Price, Tags)

• Gig image/video tips

 Notes:

• Title must be clear: “I will design a professional business logo”

• Add 3 pricing packages if possible (Basic, Standard, Premium)

Example:
Gig: “I will write SEO blog posts up to 1000 words”

Exercise:
Q: What is a Gig in Fiverr?
A: A service listing that shows what you offer, price, and details.

Week 4: Setting Up Payment & Communication

• PayPal, Payoneer setup

•  Fiverr/Upwork payment settings

• How to talk with clients

 Notes:

• Always communicate professionally.

• Use tools like Payoneer to withdraw money.

 Example:
Client Message: “Hello, thank you for reaching out. I can deliver your logo in 2 days.”

 Exercise:
Q: Name two payment methods used in freelancing.
A: PayPal, Payoneer

Month 2: Learning Freelance Skills

Week 5: Freelance Skill: Data Entry Basics

• What is data entry?

• Tools: Excel, Google Sheets, MS Word

•  Typing practice and formatting

 Notes:

• Accuracy and speed are key.

• Know copy-paste, formatting, table handling.

 Example:
Data entry task: Transfer names from PDF to Excel file.

 Exercise:
Q: What tools are commonly used in data entry?
A: MS Excel, Google Sheets, MS Word

Week 6: Freelance Skill: Graphic Design Basics

•  Canva for beginners (free tool)

•  Making logos, banners, thumbnails

•  Design tips (fonts, color, balance)

Notes:

• Use templates for fast, professional designs.

• Export in PNG or JPG.

 Example:
Create a YouTube thumbnail using Canva.

 Exercise:
Q: What is Canva used for?
A: Designing graphics like logos, posters, social media posts.

Week 7: Freelance Skill: Content Writing & Blogging

•  Types of writing: blog, article, product description

•  Writing structure: Intro, body, conclusion

•  Basic SEO (keywords, headings)

 Notes:

• Write in simple, clear language.

• Use tools like Grammarly for proofreading.

 Example:
Blog Topic: “5 Benefits of Drinking Water Daily”

 Exercise:
Q: What does SEO mean?
A: Search Engine Optimization (to improve content ranking on Google)

Week 8: Portfolio Building

•  What is a portfolio?

•  Creating a Google Drive/Website portfolio

•  Showcasing your best work

 Notes:

• Use screenshots or links of your work.

• Add client testimonials if available.

 Example:
Upload 3 sample logos and 2 articles to a Google Drive folder.

 Exercise:
Q: Why is a portfolio important?
A: It shows proof of your skills to potential clients.

 Month 3: Online Earning & Career Building

Week 9: Proposal Writing (Upwork Focus)

•  What is a proposal?

•  How to write a good proposal

•  Avoiding common mistakes

 Notes:

• Personalize your proposal.

• Focus on how you’ll solve the client’s problem.

 Example:
“Hi John, I saw your need for a data entry expert. I’ve completed similar projects and can start today.”

 Exercise:
Q: What should be included in a freelance proposal?
A: Greeting, understanding of task, experience, deadline, contact.

Week 10: Online Job Search Beyond Freelance Sites

•  LinkedIn for freelancers

•  Facebook groups, job boards

•  Direct client outreach (cold emails)

 Notes:

• Join relevant Facebook groups (e.g., “Freelance Graphic Designers”)

• LinkedIn profile = online resume

 Example:
Cold Email: “Hello, I’m a freelance designer and noticed your brand could use a new logo...”

 Exercise:
Q: Name one platform besides Fiverr/Upwork to find clients.
A: LinkedIn, Facebook, Reddit, PeoplePerHour

Week 11: Time Management & Pricing

•  Setting deadlines

•  How to price your services

•  Using a to-do list

 Notes:

• Start with low-to-medium pricing, raise later.

• Use tools like Trello or Google Calendar

 Example:
Offer: Basic logo – $10, Standard – $25, Premium – $50

 Exercise:
Q: Why is time management important in freelancing?
A: It helps deliver projects on time and build client trust.

Week 12: Final Project & Career Plan

•  Create a live Fiverr/Upwork profile

•  Upload a portfolio

•  Send 3 proposals or gigs

•  Set personal freelancing goals

 Notes:

• Take screenshots of your profile and gig as proof of learning.

• Reflect on your preferred freelancing skill path.

 Project:
Create and submit:

1. 1 Logo or Blog Post

2. Live Fiverr Gig

3. Screenshot of Payoneer/PayPal setup

 Quiz Questions:

1. What is Fiverr used for?

2. What is a portfolio?

3. How do freelancers get paid?