One funny freshers story is when a new student got lost on campus on their first day. They ended up in the wrong building entirely and walked into a lecture that had nothing to do with their major. The professor was really nice though and helped them find their way.
One horror story could be getting stuck with a really awful roommate. They might be extremely messy, leaving dirty dishes everywhere, clothes all over the place, and not respecting personal space at all. It makes the living situation during freshers week really uncomfortable.
One key element is skill. If you're a freelancer, say a programmer, being highly skilled in multiple programming languages will attract more clients. Another is reliability. Meeting deadlines and being available when clients need you. For example, a freelance graphic designer who always delivers on time. Also, marketing oneself. A freelance writer who promotes her work on social media is more likely to get noticed.
One common element is a strong skill set. Freelancers need to be really good at what they do. For example, a successful freelance photographer has to have great technical skills in using the camera and editing software.
Well, I know of a fresher who joined a club thinking it was about astronomy but it turned out to be an acting club. They were so confused during the first meeting when everyone started doing improv exercises. They were too shy to leave immediately so they stayed and ended up having a great time, even though it was completely different from what they expected.
No, it's not a very common phrase. Most often, freelancers talk about specific aspects like getting new clients or projects, not so much about the 'end' of their story in general terms.
Sure. One freelancing success story is of a graphic designer. He started by taking small gigs on freelancing platforms. He focused on building a strong portfolio with each project. His attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines made clients recommend him. Soon, he was getting high - paying projects from big companies and is now running his own successful design agency.
A freelance web developer had no formal training but was self - taught. He started taking on small projects from local businesses. Through excellent customer service and always being up - date with the latest web technologies, he has grown his business to the point where he now has a team of developers working for him on large - scale projects.
Sure. There was a student who was really shy and got dragged to a big, wild party during freshers week. They felt so out of place and uncomfortable. People were drinking and being rowdy, and this student just wanted to leave but didn't know how to without seeming rude. It was a horrible experience for them.
Yes, there are. You could work part - time as a storyteller at a local library's children's section, sharing funny stories with kids. Some cafes or small theaters also hire part - time performers to tell funny stories on certain evenings.