In this video, I'll share my 6-step roadmap to find freelance data & AI projects.
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⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
00:40 What we're going to cover
01:13 The reality of freelancing
01:42 What skills you need to get started?
02:42 Do you need a degree?
03:24 Three common mistakes people make
06:07 Step 1: Create a business plan
09:52 Step 2: Train your entrepreneurial mindset
11:27 Step 3: Build your personal brand
13:24 Step 4: Learn how to sell
14:53 Step 5: Learn how to find clients
17:46 Step 6: Become a true freelance professional
19:57 What can you expect?
21:44 What is Data Freelancer?

👋🏻 About Me
Hey there! I'm Dave, an AI Engineer and the founder of Datalumina, where our mission is to facilitate entrepreneurial and technological proficiency in professionals and businesses. Through my videos here on this channel, my posts on LinkedIn, and courses on Skool, I share practical strategies and tools to navigate the complexities of data, artificial intelligence, and entrepreneurship.

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📌 Video Description
In this video, Dave explains how to kick-start a freelancing career using your tech skills, especially focusing on data and AI projects. He shares a six-step roadmap designed for beginners to establish themselves as freelancers, drawing from his own experience of earning over half a million dollars from freelance contracts over five years. Dave emphasizes that success in freelancing isn't just about finding projects on platforms like Upwork and Fiverr but involves a deep commitment and the right strategy. He aims to clear up common misconceptions about freelancing and provide actionable advice to help you make money with your data skills.

Dave highlights the importance of starting with a clear business plan that identifies your core skill, whether it be as a Freelance Data Scientist, Freelance Data Engineer, or Freelance AI Engineer, and how to offer this skill as a service to potential clients. He suggests focusing on one primary skill and expanding your service offerings from there, including various sub-services that are essential parts of a larger project. This step is crucial for understanding what you can offer as a freelancer and how to communicate your services to potential clients. Dave also covers the necessity of doing market research to understand the going rates for freelancers in your field, which helps in setting your own prices competitively.

Building a personal brand and a professional mindset are key steps in Dave's roadmap. He advises that your LinkedIn profile can serve as your main platform for showcasing your skills and connecting with clients, negating the need for a fancy website at the start. Posting content related to your field at least once a week can help build your personal brand. Additionally, Dave stresses the importance of developing an entrepreneurial mindset to overcome self-doubt and the mental barriers that prevent many from pursuing freelancing. He recommends reading and self-improvement as ways to build confidence and the mental resilience needed to succeed as a freelancer.

Finally, Dave discusses strategies for finding clients and delivering outstanding work to ensure long-term success in freelancing. He points out common mistakes freelancers make, such as focusing solely on small projects or not effectively selling their services. Learning to sell solutions rather than just services, building a portfolio of long-term and short-term projects, and delivering exceptional service to encourage repeat business are crucial. Dave concludes by emphasizing that freelancing is a journey that requires hard work, persistence, and a willingness to step out of your comfort zone. For those who are serious about making a career as a freelancer, he offers a program called "Data Freelancer" designed to fast-track progress by providing guidance, resources, and a community of like-minded professionals.