Umair Khan

SEO is probably the easiest field to enter in Pakistan. And before you disagree, let me explain. To become a web developer, you must learn coding. To become a designer, you need design skills. To become a writer, your English must be strong. But SEO? Most beginners here start with backlinks. You learn the basics, memorize a few interview answers, understand how backlinks work, and you’re hired. In fact, 60–65% of SEO jobs in Pakistan are still link-building roles. And many companies treat link building like simple task execution: Follow instructions Create 10–20 links a day Add them in a sheet Done ✅ And I don’t judge anyone because this is reality. Not everyone comes from a fancy background or has perfect English. Some people just need a job to start somewhere. And SEO gives that opportunity. 𝗚𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗘𝗢 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘆. 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗘𝗢 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁. I have seen two types of people: ✅ People who stay stuck doing link building for years ✅ People who start the same way but keep learning, improving, and experimenting, and today they lead teams, work with clients, or run agencies. Both started from the same point. The difference was mindset. #seo #linkbuilding #backlinks #pakistan #india

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💡 Most freelancers on Upwork only use two contract types: ✔️ Hourly (track time, get paid weekly) ✔️ Fixed-price (set milestones, get paid on delivery) But there’s a third contract type almost no one talks about: 👉 Weekly Retainers And if you’re not using them yet — you’re missing out on one of Upwork’s best-kept secrets for predictable income, client loyalty, and low-stress freelancing. So, what is a Weekly Retainer? It’s a recurring payment sent every 2 weeks — not tied to time tracking or milestones. And here’s the best part: you receive it faster than your hourly or milestone payments — because it doesn’t go through the usual Upwork security hold. 💸 🔧 How It Works (2 Types) 1️⃣ Hourly + Retainer Hybrid You track your hours and get a fixed weekly amount. Clients love it for flexibility — and you win by securing minimum income, regardless of usage. 2️⃣ Pure Retainer Contract An hourly contract with the time limit set to zero. No time tracking, no work diary. Just a clean weekly payout in exchange for ongoing availability, support, or access. 🔍 Where Weekly Retainers Shine ✔️ Post-Project Support Offer bug fixes, system monitoring, updates, or minor changes after a build — with zero back-and-forth. “I’m on retainer, just message me.” ✔️ Priority Access Services Charge a weekly fee for faster response times, dedicated hours, or emergency availability. Clients love the assurance — and you love the consistency. ✔️ Long-Term Clients Convert big hourly projects into stable retainer-based relationships to reduce Upwork review risks, over-tracking concerns, or client ghosting. ✔️ Agency-Style Maintenance Plans Freelancers acting as one-person agencies can use retainers to offer monthly care packages — especially for design, dev, content, and tech clients. ✔️ Revenue Floor Add stability to your freelance business by stacking multiple small retainers. Just 3–4 clients at $150–$300/week? That’s a full-time baseline. 🧠 Why Most Freelancers Don’t Use This Because: – They’ve never seen it mentioned – They assume it’s a “bonus” or manual time (it’s NOT) – They think clients won’t go for it (they will, if the value is clear) Pro freelancers don’t just sell hours. They sell availability, trust, and peace of mind. And weekly retainers are the best container for that. 🚀 If you’re serious about building a career on Upwork (not just chasing gigs)… Weekly retainers are how you unlock sustainable, scalable freelance income. Stop only offering “per hour” or “per task” work. Start offering presence, priority, and peace of mind — and charge for it weekly. #UpworkTips #FreelancerBusiness #Retainers #ClientRelationships #FreelancingIncome #UpworkGrowth #RemoteWork #FreelancerStrategy

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Upwork is a goldmine—but only if you know how to dig smart. As someone who’s been working in the content marketing niche on Upwork for a while now, I’ve realized that landing good projects isn’t just about having the right skills—it’s also about playing smart. Here’s what I’ve learned (especially for new freelancers trying to save their precious connects): - Audit the job post before applying. Don’t rush into proposals. Take a minute to assess if it’s worth your time and energy. - Client rating matters. If a client has less than a 4-star average, chances are they’ll be difficult to work with or have unrealistic expectations. - Check the hire rate. If it’s below 75%, think twice. Low hire rates often mean the client posts often but rarely hires, or is indecisive. - Study the client’s history. Many clients promise “long-term work” to justify low rates but end the contract right after the first task. Their past jobs reveal a lot. - Don’t get dazzled by the project budget. A $5,000 budget might look tempting, but if the client’s past jobs don’t reflect those numbers, it might just be a bait to attract more proposals. The key is to treat Upwork like a business marketplace, not a lottery. Be selective. Be strategic. And above all, know your worth. Let’s help each other grow! What red flags do you look for when reviewing a job post? #freelancing #upworktips #contentmarketing #freelancerlife #smartfreelancing #remotework

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How did I get started on Upwork? Recently, someone asked me to share tips for finding your first Amazon PPC gig. There is a LOT of negativity around Upwork. And I get why. Lots of scams So many jobs with crazy low rates "Race to the bottom" vibes Fees for freelancers and clients Hidden costs like crappy exchange rates But I still use it. Why? I don't apply for gigs anymore. My Upwork profile is Top-Rated Plus, and it's a magnet that brings serious Amazon sellers to me. Great clients with great budgets. It's not my main source of clients by any means, but it's still valuable. I've been on Upwork for 5 years. The hardest part is getting your first job. The secret is: Get the smallest job you can. A 10-minute job that will give you an easy 5* review. Like optimizing 3 Amazon backend keywords (my first Upwork job). Then get another one. And another one. That small collection of 5* reviews proved I could deliver what I promised and was responsive to feedback. Then go up to the next level. Like a $25 gig auditing a single PPC campaign for basic mistakes. And then just keep leveling up. Job by job, until the clients you really want trust your profile enough to hire you. It took around 2 months of groundwork to get jobs I actually wanted. Eventually, I reached the point where serious sellers with $10K+ monthly ad budgets started coming to me. I've grown from managing just $20 daily in ad spend to now overseeing $100K+ in monthly Amazon PPC budgets. The platform doesn't matter as much as your approach - start small, deliver excellence, document your wins. What's been your experience with freelance platforms? Did you start somewhere unexpected? #AmazonPPC #FreelanceSuccess #UpworkTips #AmazonSeller

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𝐍𝐨 𝐁𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠. 𝐍𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐬. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐞!" Sounds like a dream, right? But it happened—I got a direct message on Upwork yesterday! No stress, no competition—just a client reaching out because they saw my profile and wanted to work with me. Want this to happen to you? Here’s how to attract direct messages from clients on Upwork: 🔥 Optimize Your Profile Headline – Your headline should clearly show your expertise and value. 🔥 Use Keywords Clients Search For – If your profile doesn’t have the right keywords, clients won’t find you. Make sure your skills and services are well-described. 🔥 Create Specialized Profiles – Upwork allows multiple profiles for different skills. A well-optimized specialized profile makes you easier to find. 🔥 Stay Active – Log in daily, apply for jobs, and keep your availability updated. If you don't have connects to apply for jobs, save jobs you think you can do. This can help the algorithm recognize your profile. The more engaged you are, the higher Upwork ranks your profile. 🔥 Deliver and Get Reviews – Great reviews increase your credibility. Clients trust freelancers with strong ratings and testimonials. The more visible and optimized your profile is, the higher your chances of getting direct messages from clients. Found this helpful? Repost to help a fellow freelancer. #UpworkSuccess #FreelancingTips #DirectMessages #GetMoreClients

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Want to Start Upwork but can't afford it ? Problem isn't a money for most of you it's the roadmap that you don't have. Here's the solution to this problem: - You don't need big budget you can just start from $45 or 15k Pkr. - For $45 you'll have 300 connects thats 10 jobs you can apply to every month I'm putting 30 connect per job usually it's lower than that . - With right strategy and consistency you can bid on around 50 jobs in 5 months for total off $225. - This is enough for you to land atleast 2 3 jobs . That will cover your expense and give you enough to reinvest. - Don't think about the profits when you are starting out just think of it as a Business you are helping it grow you aren't in for quick money. - Last thing you'll need will be strategy You can follow me I'll try to break it down in next posts or learn from people like Hisham Sarwar and Irfan Malik( CEO of xeven solution) . Their YouTube channel. Being Consistent is important here if you are thinking about going big in 2 3 months just don't start. You'll be disappointed and probably give up. #linkedin

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Hello I’m Hasan, a Top Rated Seller on Upwork Today I want to help fellow freelancers who often struggle with this common situation specially nowadays. You get into the interview room on Upwork But then the client hires someone else If this sounds familiar, don’t worry you’re not alone Many freelancers get shortlisted but fail to convert that opportunity into a project. Clients usually interview multiple freelancers at the same time, and standing out in that crowd is what really matters Here’s exactly how I consistently land jobs, even when the client is speaking to 20 or more freelancers Tips to Win the Client During Interviews ✅ Be Active and Responsive Turn on your Upwork notifications on both laptop and phone Respond quickly and professionally this alone builds a strong impression 📁 Share Relevant Work Send specific and similar examples of your past work Don’t just say you’ve done it just show it 🧪 Make a Free Sample if possible If the project allows, create a quick mockup or demo This builds trust and gives you a clear edge It shows commitment and separates you from others 💬 Discuss Budget Last Once the client is ready to move forward, ask about their preferred budget and timeline Let them speak first it helps you negotiate wisely 🧠 A Final Thought Freelancing isn’t just about skills It’s about communication, self marketing, confidence, and clarity Skills get you noticed but selling yourself gets you hired If this helped you, feel free to drop a comment or message me 📩 I’m happy to guide anyone who’s starting out or needs advice Let’s grow together #freelancing #upwork #career #remotework #freelancetips #hasansguide

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💡 What Fiverr Analytics Taught Me After 2 Years of Freelancing Freelancing isn’t just about creating gigs and waiting for orders—it’s about: 🔹 Understanding how your gigs perform 🔹 Learning from analytics 🔹 And constantly adapting to what the market needs Here’s a quick look at my recent Fiverr analytics: 📊 3 active gigs ✅ 4 orders on one ✅ 2 orders on another ✅ 1 order on the third 👀 1K+ impressions overall 🎯 Total: 38+ orders completed so far But here’s the real takeaway ⬇️ 👉 Impressions don’t matter if you don’t convert them into clicks. 👉 Clicks don’t matter if you don’t turn them into orders. 👉 And orders don’t matter if you can’t turn them into repeat clients. That’s the actual funnel every freelancer should master. 💬 If you’re a freelancer struggling to get consistent orders, focus less on the “views” and more on: Optimizing gig titles & thumbnails → to get clicks Clear descriptions & offers → to convert clicks into orders Excellent delivery & communication → to turn one-time buyers into long-term clients After 2 years on Fiverr, this is what has helped me sustain and grow—not just survive. 🙌 To all my fellow freelancers: How do you use analytics to improve your gigs? #Freelancing #Fiverr #PersonalGrowth #LinkedInFamily #FreelanceTips

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Struggling to Get Clients on Upwork? Let’s see the real reason behind it. Most people think they are not getting hired because of high competition, low reviews, or pricing. But the real problem is their approach. Almost every proposal starts the same way: “I’m an expert.” “I can do this perfectly.” “I’ve done similar projects.” The truth? Clients have seen that line a thousand times. They don’t want another service provider, they want who understands their problem. Here’s what actually gets attention (and replies): - Start with the client’s pain, not your skills - Show what’s broken and how you’ll fix it - End with confidence, not desperation You don’t win projects by listing skills. You win by showing clarity and a deep understanding of the client’s problem.

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Why Do Fiverr Gig Impressions Change? Because Fiverr’s search algorithm, competition, buyer demand, and your own gig performance (CTR, reviews, activity) keep shifting. How to Improve Impressions: ✅ Use clear titles & keywords buyers search for ✅ Create an eye-catching thumbnail ✅ Stay active & respond quickly ✅ Deliver on time with 5⭐ service ✅ Regularly update descriptions & pricing ✅ Share gigs on LinkedIn, Facebook groups, and niche communities to drive quality clicks from potential clients Remember: Quality traffic matters more than random clicks. Fiverr rewards engagement that comes from real buyers. Consistency + Optimization = Higher Visibility Pic from recent morning show with Roze News.

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