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Freelance & Business Course
Learn what it takes to start and grow a freelance business with this in-depth course. You’ll discover practical lessons on pricing, marketing, client management, sales, and operations — all taught in a way that’s clear and beginner-friendly.
Taught with love by:
Derek Siu
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🥳 Introductory Launch Price — Save $53
Limited to early students
Limited to early students
Inclusion
Personal Dashboard & Login (built in Webflow) with great User Experience
Beginner Friendly Content
5 Key Business Pillars with 50+ fundamental & transferrable lessons.
4.5+ hours of content
3+ resource files
Access
Online at your own pace
Lifetime Access + Future Updates
Last updated: 26th August 2025
Taught by Derek Siu – who has achieved in this under-the-sun world:
Fiverr Pro Verified & Top Rated — 200+ successful orders avg over $1k+ each.
Monetized YouTube channel with 3,000+ subscribers and 220+ videos
Webflow — Delivered as my main product & service offering, servicing 120+ happy clients and generating consistent revenue.
Over 7 years in the industry, with the last 4+ building and running as a solo-freelance business.
Managed teams, worked in teams, & handled projects across diverse industries wearing many hats as both employee & freelancer.
Proven teaching skills from running classes and mentoring learners.
7+ years
Industry Experience
120+
Happy Clients Served
140+
Verfified 5 Star Reviews
350+
Projects Completed
3+ years
Teaching & Mentoring
$$$
Consistent Revenue
What you'll learn
Shifting from “employee” to “business” mindset
Spotting red-flag clients before it’s too late
Balancing freedom of freelancing with financial stability
Organising projects so you don’t burn out
Attracting clients with marketing
Turning one-time jobs into repeat, long-term clients
Standing out when the market feels oversaturated
Mastering Email and Calendar Management
Pricing confidently without fear of losing clients
Understand business acumen
Avoiding rookie mistakes with taxes and hidden fees
Pros and Cons in Freelance
Handling awkward sales conversations and rejections
Many More
Course Outline
4.5hr+ Total Content
70+ Total Lessons
Pre Introduction
4m
9+ Lessons
1m
Intro
00:00
1m
Instructor Background & Context
01:59
0m
Influential Figures in My Career
03:33
8m
Lessons from My Mentor
04:27
2m
The Bible as a Business Resource
12:50
4m
Crazy Personal Story & Identity
15:37
9m
Mindset & Business Overview
20:15
7m
Pros and Cons of Freelancing
30:01
1m
Key Takeaways
37:02
Marketing
40m
9+ Lessons
Marketing
1m
Intro Marketing Fundamentals
00:00
2m
Lemonade Analogy
01:25
4m
Common Types of Marketing Strategies
03:30
4m
Trust, Expertise & Likability
07:03
7m
Marketing Yourself As A Brand
10:38
5m
Marketing Suggestion As Beginner
17:44
10m
How I Marketed Myself
22:43
1m
How You Can Learn From Me
33:07
2m
Key Takeways
33:57
Accounting & Finance
40m
12+ Lessons
1m
Intro
00:00
3m
Lemonade Analogy
00:32
8m
Defining Profit in Business
03:42
3m
Minimum Costs To Consider
11:19
5m
How to Price | Charge
13:54
7m
Common Pricing Objections
19:08
3m
How To Get Paid | Invoices
25:57
4m
Importance of Deposit Payments
29:09
6m
Understanding Taxes and Fees
33:12
2m
Business Structure Overview
38:59
2m
Leveraging Affiliate Links for Income
40:41
10m
Common Mistakes for Beginners
42:52
1m
Key Takeways
52:26
PreviewSales & Legal
1hr 10m
12+ Lessons
1m
Intro
00:00
3m
Lemonade Analogy
00:33
3m
Understanding Sales
03:09
5m
Sales Flow and Customer Interaction
06:11
4m
Identifying Decision Makers in Sales
10:52
6m
Message & Response Phase
15:13
5m
Sales Call Overview
21:19
14m
Common Mistakes | Sales Calls
26:01
14m
Sales Calls Tips
40:30
5m
Red & Green Flag Clients
54:21
2m
Post Sales Call
59:49
4m
Legal Considerations
1:01:49
2m
Sales as a Skill
1:05:25
PreviewOperation Management
56m
14+ Lessons
1m
Intro
00:00
1m
Lemonade Analogy
00:38
9m
Explanation & Real Life Example
01:25
5m
Navigating Google Calendar
10:30
3m
Google Meet for Virtual Meetings
15:36
2m
The Importance of Email
18:47
17m
Essential Email Knowledge
21:11
2m
Common Email Terminology
38:09
2m
Email Organization
40:24
3m
Workflow Management Systems
42:50
3m
Exploring Notion
45:30
1m
Notion for Finance
48:34
4m
Notion for Workflow
49:52
3m
Summary
54:20
Business Development
20m
8+ Lessons
1m
Intro
00:00
2m
Lemonade Analogy
01:18
2m
The Tree Chopping Analogy
03:41
2m
Understanding Opportunity Cost
05:12
4m
Setting Goals
06:47
3m
Setting SMART Goals
10:51
2m
Encouragement for Goal Setting
13:44
3m
Efficiency to Free Time
16:12
4m
Practical Tips & Suggestions
18:57
Recap
10m
8+ Lessons
1m
Course Conclusion and Reflection
00:00
2m
Recap Business & Freelance
00:44
1m
Leadership & Responsibility
02:38
1m
C-Level Executive Jobs
03:49
2m
Best Advice I've Gotten
04:28
2m
The Dangers of Tying Identity to Work
06:35
2m
Meaning Beyond Career Success
08:45
1m
Thank You – Stay Connected
10:27
Requirements
- No prior business experience required — we’ll start from the fundamentals.
- Willingness to learn and apply what you've learnt.
- An interest in freelancing, entrepreneurship, or improving business skills.
Perfect For
- Beginners who want to understand how to start and run a freelance business in any industry.
- Freelancers struggling with pricing, clients, and consistency.
- Creatives and designers who want to turn skills into income.
- Small business owners who want stronger foundations in sales, finance, and marketing.
- Marketing or tech professionals looking to expand their service offering.
- Anyone curious about the 5 pillars of business: marketing, sales, operations, finance, and development.
This Course is NOT For
- People looking for a quick shortcut to riches.
- Those unwilling to practice and apply the principles.
- Anyone expecting a legal/accounting certification — we focus on the freelancer’s reality.
Course Description
Run Your Freelance Business Like a Pro — Even If You’re Just Starting Out
Most freelancers fail not because of their skills, but because they don’t understand business. This course fixes that.
In this step-by-step program, you’ll learn the core skills every freelancer needs to succeed: pricing with confidence, marketing yourself effectively, closing sales, managing operations smoothly, and handling money like a business owner. You’ll get proven frameworks, real-life examples, and my personal lessons learned from freelancing — all designed to help you avoid costly mistakes and build a career that lasts.
Whether you’re brand new or already freelancing but feel stuck, this course will give you the clarity, tools, and confidence to treat your freelancing like a real business.
By the end, you’ll walk away with:
- A business mindset that sets you apart from “just another freelancer.”
- Pricing strategies that ensure you earn what you’re worth.
- Marketing tactics to consistently attract the right clients.
- Sales skills to close deals without feeling pushy.
- Systems to manage projects, finances, and your time like a pro.
This isn’t about hype or empty motivation — it’s practical, beginner-friendly teaching you can actually use. These are the lessons I wish I had when I started, instead of learning the hard way. My goal is to prepare you for what’s ahead.
Meet your Instructor Derek Siu
I’m a Freelance UI/UX Designer and Webflow Developer, Pro & Top-Rated Seller on Fiverr, with over 7 years of industry experience, 200+ Webflow sites built, 88+ Free YouTube tutorials published, and 120+ clients served across diverse industries worldwide.
This course has been on my mind for the past couple of years, and I’m finally stoked to release it — sharing the real-world processes, shortcuts, and mindset shifts I wish I knew when I started. Webflow has been a game-changer in my career (this landing page is proof), and I want to fast-track your learning so you can create professional results faster.
This course has been on my mind for the past couple of years, and I’m finally stoked to release it — sharing the real-world processes, shortcuts, and mindset shifts I wish I knew when I started. Webflow has been a game-changer in my career (this landing page is proof), and I want to fast-track your learning so you can create professional results faster.
❤️ Special Shoutout
I was incredibly blessed to join a small startup as their first in-person employee, led by two humble, hardworking founders I saw as mentors (mentioned several times throughout the course). They invested in me, in Webflow, and graciously gave me multiple opportunities to learn, grow, and work across diverse industries and roles. I wouldn’t be releasing this course without them, and I’m forever grateful to them: Stefan Hammer and Romi Kebab.
— I praise God for placing them in my path.
— I praise God for placing them in my path.
Testimonials
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Derek is an absolute weapon! He is also very business minded and is able to help with smart business orientated decisions.
Nate
Derek was very professional and a pleasure to work with. He was clear with communication, organized and timely.
Emma Z
Derek knows his craft. It was a pleasure working with someone who really feels passion for what he does. I can tell he has a lot of experience
John J
Derek was great to communicate with - both by email and on our google calls.
Minna.M
Derek is a very good communicator unlike my other experiences on Fiverr. I highly recommend working with Derek.
Alex.D
He is committed to doing the right thing for the customer and strives to continually improve his skills.
Jessie.C
Derek's communication is clear and patient, and the work speaks for itself.
Mark.W
We feel like we got value for the money. Both his work and his attitude were top notch.
Calvin.C
Wow, I'm amazed with this experience that I got with Derek. His services and processes are at the top.
Shivam.M
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior business experience to take this course?
No — this course starts from the basics and is taught with complete beginners in mind. We’ll start from the basics of business principles, walking you through the five core transferrable pillars: marketing, sales, operations, finance, and business development. This knowledge again is 100% transferrable across any business it's the universal language for solo-freelancers to large corporations.
How is this course different from other freelancing or business courses?
This beginner-friendly course blends practical skills with essential theory, tailored specifically for freelancers. You’ll get step-by-step guidance, real-world examples, and actionable strategies you can apply immediately. Furthermore this course is personally taught & prepared by me - someone who literally started with 0 business knowledge - here to pass it onto you guys!
Will this course guarantee clients or income?
No course can guarantee that — and if they do, they’re not being honest. As explained in this course - making such claim is just "Marketing" and in this under-the sun world you can claim anything in marketing but at the end of the day that is just 1 out of 5 core pillars. With pillar 0 actually being the product or service you are selling. So how can someone guarantee anything? Unless they are in control of the entire business? - Start thinking correctly, which I will teach you in this course.
How much time will I need to commit?
You can go at your own pace. Lessons are bite-sized and structured into 5 main modules, so even dedicating a couple of minutes watching a module then perhaps a couple of hours APPLYING a week will help you steadily build the foundation of your freelance business.
Does this only apply to Webflow freelancers?
Not at all. While I use Webflow as an example at times, the business lessons — pricing, marketing, sales, operations, finance — are transferable to any freelance service or creative industry.
What if I already have clients but feel stuck?
Then this course is perfect for you. It will help you refine your pricing, streamline your operations, and build confidence in areas like client management and sales conversations.
Is there support if I get stuck?
Yes. You’ll be part of a community of learners and can also reach out with questions. Plus, lessons are designed to be clear and practical, so you can apply them directly. All paid members will always receive priority and direct support / questions answered by me personally.
What happens when I finish the course?
When you finish the course, you’ll have the confidence to price your work properly, sell with clarity, and manage your freelance career like a real business — or at the very least understand what it takes to get there (I use this language as again it's UP TO YOU TO MAKE THESE DECISIONS - You are the boss no?).
Have Any Further Questions?
I'm Always Down To Help.
I'm Always Down To Help.
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Fundamental business skills — simple, beginner-friendly, and transferable.
Originally $350
$297
USD
You already have an account and are logged in! Just launch your dashboard to start the course, or complete checkout to unlock access.
🥳 Introductory Launch Price — Save $53
Limited to early students
Limited to early students
Inclusion
Personal Dashboard & Login (built in Webflow) with great User Experience
Beginner Friendly Content
5 Key Business Pillars with 50+ fundamental & transferrable lessons.
4.5+ hours of content
3+ resource files
Access
Online at your own pace
Lifetime Access + Future Updates
Last updated: 26th August 2025
