About the Speaker
Iftikhar Alam is a Top-Rated Writer on Upwork who has built a thriving six-figure freelance writing business, earning over $800,000 across 1,900+ projects on the platform. Working as a freelancer for a decade now, Iftikhar has mastered the art of premium positioning in the freelance marketplace.
As a mentor, Iftikhar guides aspiring freelancers in building profitable, sustainable businesses through strategic positioning and systematic client acquisition. Drawing from his journey of transitioning from low-paying gigs to premium rates, he teaches freelancers how to craft high-converting proposals, identify lucrative niches, and develop the business acumen necessary for long-term success.
Session Topic:
How to Start and Scale on Upwork ?
Ready to build your freelance writing career on Upwork? In this practical, no-fluff session, Iftikhar Alam shares the exact strategies he used to build an $800,000+ Upwork business while working just 20 hours per week. You'll learn how to position yourself as a premium specialist rather than a generalist, craft proposals that achieve high response rates, use Upwork Ads to close more clients, and systematically increase your rates without losing clients. Iftikhar breaks down the critical mindset shifts and tactical approaches that separate struggling freelancers from those earning $10,000+ monthly. Whether you're just starting on Upwork or stuck at lower rates, you'll leave with actionable frameworks for client acquisition, retention, and sustainable business growth. This session is for people who want to not only build a freelance career, but also scale at rapid speed.
Ready to build your freelance writing career on Upwork? In this practical, no-fluff session, Iftikhar Alam shares the exact strategies he used to build an $800,000+ Upwork business while working just 20 hours per week. You'll learn how to position yourself as a premium specialist rather than a generalist, craft proposals that achieve high response rates, use Upwork Ads to close more clients, and systematically increase your rates without losing clients. Iftikhar breaks down the critical mindset shifts and tactical approaches that separate struggling freelancers from those earning $10,000+ monthly. Whether you're just starting on Upwork or stuck at lower rates, you'll leave with actionable frameworks for client acquisition, retention, and sustainable business growth. This session is for people who want to not only build a freelance career, but also scale at rapid speed.
Session Time / Date
- 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
- 22nd April (Wednesday)
Unlock Success: The Future of Business 
