Jalandhar institute educates students about lucrative online freelancing opportunities

Apeejay Institute of Management & Engineering Technical Campus (AIMETC), Jalandhar, recently hosted a two-day workshop focusing on Upwork Mastery, which aimed to unlock lucrative online income opportunities.

Kanwal Khehra, Head-Training & Placements, AIMETC, and an independent content strategist consultant, served as the resource person for the workshop. With his expert guidance, the students received immersive and practical training, empowering them with the necessary insights and skills to pursue flourishing careers in the field of online freelancing. His mentorship proved to be a catalyst, inspiring the participants to venture into the world of freelancing with confidence and excellence.

Talking about the experience, the AIMETC faculty member said, “With the ever-increasing popularity of remote work and the gig economy, our effort was to make students aware of such earning and learning opportunities, which they can pursue along with their studies. As the world continues to shift towards digital employment, workshops like these play a vital role in empowering students and fostering economic resilience in an ever-evolving job market,”

Upwork is a leading online freelancing platform that offers a diverse range of projects across various industries, including writing, design, programming, marketing, and more. In recent years, there has been a significant surge in the number of people leveraging freelance work as a means of employment. Freelancing has become a popular choice, with millions of people worldwide embracing the freedom, flexibility, and opportunities it offers. As the gig economy continues to grow, more and more professionals are finding success and fulfillment in freelance careers, contributing to the evolving landscape of work.

Throughout the duration of the workshop, participants gained valuable knowledge and honed essential skills in crafting compelling Upwork profiles, establishing robust client relationships, setting competitive rates, and mastering efficient time management techniques.

Mr Khehra shared, “With an emphasis on interactivity, the workshop encouraged active participation from attendees through discussions, Q&A sessions, and practical exercises. Participants enthusiastically shared their experiences, challenges, and aspirations, fostering a dynamic learning environment where ideas flowed freely.

“By the end of the session, attendees gained a profound understanding of the platform’s potential for financial growth and learned how to position themselves strategically within the Upwork ecosystem.”

Dr Rajesh Bagga, director, AIMETC, expressed his admiration for the meticulous planning and flawless execution carried out by the workshop organisers. He also extended heartfelt congratulations to all the dedicated participants for their remarkable commitment and hard work throughout the event.