When it comes to freelancing, Pakistan is one of the top five nations in the globe and created a large estimated sum of $0.5 billion totally from freelancing. Pakistan is consistently ranked among the top destinations for outsourcing Internet Communications and Technology (ICT) due to the IT sector’s exponential growth, and it is ranked as the fourth most popular country for freelancing ranked by Payoneer in its blog post.
The countries that are high in rank in the realm of freelancing are the United States of America (USA), the United Kingdom (UK), and Brazil. The others are, in descending order Ukraine, the Philippines, India, Bangladesh, Russia, and Serbia.
The year-over-year growth for the USA is 78%, the UK is 59%, Brazil is 48%, Pakistan is 47%, Ukraine is 36%, the Philippines is 35%, India is 29%, Bangladesh 27%, Russia 20%, and Serbia is 19%.
As we can see Pakistan has a handsome year-over-year growth so it’s highly likely that we can surpass Brazil in the coming years. Hence Pakistan will be in the top 3 countries of the world in the game of freelancing.
Now, we will try to answer the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) about freelancing.
Q: What are the top 10 countries for freelancing for 2022?
As we discussed earlier the top ten countries for freelancing are:
- USA
- UK
- Brazil
- Pakistan
- Ukraine
- Philippines
- India
- Bangladesh
- Russia
- Serbia
Q: What are the major websites for freelancing in 2023?
Some of the best websites for learning freelancing in 2023 are:
Q: How to get paid in Pakistan from freelancing websites in 2023?
One of the best ways to get paid is using Payoneer. Almost every freelance platform provides Payoneer as a payout method. The signup process is very simple.
Once you have a Payoneer account created, you can simply use JazzCash to withdraw money into your mobile wallet. Or you can integrate any of your bank accounts with Payoneer to send money into it.
Some freelancing websites like Upwork allow you to link your local currency bank accounts with them. Hence you can send money directly to your local bank without using any intermediary like Payoneer.
Q: How we can learn Freelancing in Pakistan for free in 2023?
Pakistani people can learn freelancing on DigiSkills. The Government of Pakistan launched a comprehensive digital skills training program called DigiSkills. One million young people in Pakistan will receive training through this program in various subjects, including freelancing, digital marketing, graphics design, web programming, and other pertinent digital skills. In order to boost youth employability and assist them to find better work possibilities in the digital economy, the initiative aims to upskill them. People from all over the country can use the program because it offers online courses and certifications after a few months each year.
Q: What are the Top In-Demand Skills in 2023?
According to Upwork, one of the leading freelance platforms,
Upwork’s most sought-after tech skills:
- Full Stack Development
- Front-End Development
- Back-End Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- E-commerce Website Development
- UX/UI Design
- CMS Development
- Manual Testing
- Scripting and Automation
Top 10 in-demand marketing skills on Upwork:
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Other Digital Marketing
- Lead Generation
- Sales and Business Development
- Telemarketing
- Search Engine Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Marketing Strategy
- Marketing Automation
Upwork’s most popular customer service and admin support skills:
- Email, Phone, and Chat Support
- General Virtual Assistance
- Data Entry
- Digital Project Management
- General Research Services
- Tech Support
- Dropshipping and Order Processing
- Market Research
- Community Management
- Transcription
Top 10 accounting and consulting skills in demand on Upwork:
- Accounting
- Recruiting and Talent Sourcing
- Bookkeeping
- Financial Analysis and Modeling
- Management Consulting
- Instructional Design
- Business Analysis and Strategy
- Tax Preparation
- HR Administration
- Training and Development
Top design and creative skills on Upwork:
- Graphic Design
- Video Editing
- Illustration
- Presentation Design
- 3D Animation
- Image Editing
- Cartoons and Comics
- Video Production
- 2D Animation
- Brand Identity Design
Q: What are some rules for a successful freelancing career in 2023?
Here are some of the rules that should be followed by every newbie to be successful in the freelance world.
- Prioritize quality above quantity while producing work because it will help you establish a solid reputation and draw in additional customers.
- Networking and self-promotion Use social media and online channels to network and market your abilities.
- Effective time management is necessary for freelance work in order to fulfill deadlines and balance different assignments.
- Clarify your expectations: To prevent misunderstandings and disputes with clients, be clear about your prices, availability, and what you can provide.
- Utilize tools to keep track of your projects, invoices, and spending in order to be organized and in control of your finances.
- Continue to learn new skills and technologies: To remain competitive and draw in new customers, keep up with the most recent innovations and advancements in your industry.
- Be professional and communicate clearly. To provide a credible and professional image, you should always produce work on schedule and swiftly respond to client inquiries.
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References:
- https://blog.payoneer.com/freelancers/industry-tips-fl/6-countries-capitals-freelancing/
- https://community.upwork.com/t5/Community-Blog/Top-In-Demand-Skills-2023/ba-p/1234953
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Umar is an engineer by profession and a passionate writer by passion. He has a deep interest in sharing good news related to Pakistan and has been working hard to promote the positive image of his homeland. Umar has written numerous articles on various topics related to Pakistan, such as technology, sports, culture, and economy.
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