From Side Hustle to Full-Time: Priya's Qwikyo Success Story

How a part-time graphic designer built a ₹50,000/month business on Qwikyo in just 6 months

Meet Priya

Priya Sharma, 28, from Pune, never imagined she'd be running her own design business. With a degree in graphic design and a 9-to-5 job at a marketing agency, she was comfortable but unfulfilled.

"I was doing the same type of work every day," Priya recalls. "I wanted creative freedom and the ability to choose my projects. That's when I discovered Qwikyo."

The Beginning

Month 1: Testing the Waters

Priya started small, taking on logo design tasks during evenings and weekends.

First Month Stats:

Tasks completed: 5
Earnings: ₹8,500
Average rating: 4.8/5

"I was nervous about my first task," she admits. "But the client was understanding, and the positive review gave me confidence."

Month 2-3: Building Momentum

As her portfolio grew, so did her confidence. Priya started bidding on larger projects.

Key Strategies:

Specialized in logo and brand identity
Responded to inquiries within 30 minutes
Offered package deals (logo + business card + social media kit)
Asked satisfied clients for referrals

Month 3 Stats:

Tasks completed: 12
Earnings: ₹22,000
Repeat clients: 3

The Turning Point

Month 4: Going Full-Time

"I did the math," Priya explains. "If I could make ₹22,000 part-time, what could I do full-time?"

She took the leap and quit her agency job.

Month 4 Stats:

Tasks completed: 18
Earnings: ₹35,000
New clients: 15

Month 5-6: Scaling Up

With full-time focus, Priya refined her process:

Priya's System:

Morning (9 AM - 12 PM): Client calls and project planning
Afternoon (12 PM - 5 PM): Deep work on designs
Evening (5 PM - 7 PM): Responding to inquiries and admin work

Month 6 Stats:

Tasks completed: 25
Earnings: ₹52,000
Repeat client rate: 40%
Average project value: ₹2,080

Priya's Success Secrets

1. Niche Down

"I started accepting all design work," Priya says. "But I found my sweet spot in brand identity for small businesses and startups."

Her Specializations:

Logo design
Brand identity packages
Social media templates
Business card design

2. Set Clear Expectations

"I learned to be very specific about what's included in each package. This eliminated scope creep and kept clients happy."

Her Standard Package:

3 initial concepts
2 rounds of revisions
Final files in multiple formats
7-day delivery
30-day support period

3. Invest in Your Profile

Priya's profile includes:

Professional headshot
Detailed portfolio (20+ projects)
Video introduction
Client testimonials
Skills certifications

4. Communicate Proactively

"I send daily updates, even if it's just 'working on your project today!' Clients love feeling involved."

Her Communication Schedule:

Project kickoff call
Daily progress updates
Mid-project check-in
Final delivery with explanation
Follow-up after 1 week

5. Price for Value, Not Time

"I stopped charging hourly and started pricing based on value. A logo that takes me 4 hours might be worth ₹10,000 to the client."

Her Pricing Strategy:

Basic logo: ₹3,000-5,000
Brand identity package: ₹8,000-15,000
Complete brand kit: ₹20,000-30,000

Challenges Faced

Challenge 1: Inconsistent Income

Solution: Built a client pipeline

Always have 3-5 projects in different stages
Maintain relationships with past clients
Set aside 30% of earnings for slow months

Challenge 2: Difficult Clients

Solution: Clear contracts and boundaries

Detailed project briefs
Written agreements
Firm but polite communication
Knowing when to walk away

Challenge 3: Work-Life Balance

Solution: Structured schedule

Set working hours (9 AM - 7 PM)
No work on Sundays
Use project management tools
Learn to say no

Current Status

Today, Priya:

Earns ₹50,000-60,000/month consistently
Works with 8-10 clients monthly
Has a 6-week waitlist
Maintains 4.9/5 rating (150+ reviews)
Hired a junior designer to help with workload

Priya's Advice for New Taskers

Start Smart

"Don't quit your job on day one. Build your reputation and client base first. I spent 3 months proving to myself that this could work."

Focus on Quality

"One amazing project is worth more than ten mediocre ones. Your portfolio is everything."

Be Patient

"Success doesn't happen overnight. I had weeks where I earned nothing. But consistency pays off."

Keep Learning

"I invest 10% of my earnings back into courses and tools. The design industry evolves fast."

Build Relationships

"Treat every client like they're your only client. Word of mouth is powerful."

The Numbers

Priya's 6-Month Journey:

Month	Tasks	Earnings	Hourly Rate
1	5	₹8,500	₹425
2	8	₹15,000	₹469
3	12	₹22,000	₹458
4	18	₹35,000	₹486
5	22	₹45,000	₹511
6	25	₹52,000	₹520

Total Earnings: ₹1,77,500 in 6 months

What's Next?

Priya has big plans:

Expand her team - Hire 2 more designers
Launch a course - Teaching brand design
Premium packages - ₹50,000+ projects
Agency status - Register as a design studio

"Qwikyo gave me the platform to build my dream business," Priya reflects. "I'm not just earning more money—I'm doing work I love, with clients I choose, on my own schedule. That's priceless."

Your Turn

Inspired by Priya's story? Here's how to start:

Complete your profile - Make it professional
Start small - Take on manageable projects
Deliver excellence - Build your reputation
Be consistent - Show up every day
Scale gradually - Grow at your own pace

Remember: Every successful tasker started with zero reviews and zero earnings. Your journey starts with one task.

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Comments from the Community

Amit K. (Tasker):

"This is so inspiring! I'm on month 2 and earning ₹12,000. Priya's tips about specializing really helped me focus."

Sneha P. (Client):

"I hired Priya for my startup's branding. She's amazing! Worth every rupee."

Rahul M. (Tasker):

"The part about pricing for value, not time, was a game-changer for me. Thanks for sharing!"

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From Side Hustle to Full-Time: How Priya Earned ₹50,000/Month on Qwikyo