This podcast episode offers invaluable insights for aspiring freelancers, as Deya shares her personal journey and the lessons learned from her experiences, urging beginners to prioritize practical steps over common mistakes. By redefining the typical strategies associated with freelancing, she emphasizes risk reduction for new clients, the importance of focusing on value rather than titles, leveraging personal networks, tackling rejection through cold pitching, and ultimately taking actionable steps to build a sustainable career.