Introduction
Discover the inspiring journey of Ashley, who transformed from a neurobiology student to a successful freelancer earning $5,000 per month. After dropping out during COVID, Ashley found her path to freelancing success through The Real World platform. Today, she enjoys the freedom to travel Europe with her family while maintaining a thriving freelance business.
Founder Success Story QnA
Where are you coming from?
I’m originally from the States, but right now I am traveling Europe. So I’m actually in Italy right now.
Why are you traveling?
I just wanted something different. I’ve been in the States. I’ve moved to several different states and it’s just a lot different from Europe. I’ve always wanted to travel.
Has this been your first time in Europe?
Yeah, it is. It’s been amazing.
Where have you been so far?
Um, so I’ve been to Italy and Spain so far.
Which part of Spain did you go to?
Barcelona.
How long are you planning on traveling for?
Um, so I’m not really sure. I’ve been working out the visa process. Um, but right now I’ve been able to do like digital nomad visas and obviously having a passport from the US has been super helpful. I actually didn’t know I could travel to all these places so easily. Um, so I don’t really have a return date. I don’t know if I want to return at this point because I just really like it.
Is it just you by yourself or are you traveling with someone?
It’s me, my fiance and our three-year-old.
What’s been your most major difference that you’ve spotted?
Um, I think just like the overall vibe of life. I feel like in America everything there’s so much pressure all the time and it’s so fast-paced and you kind of almost like always feel like a failure no matter how good you’re doing and the vibe so far in Europe in Spain and Italy has just been so calm, relaxed, like oh it’s okay. Spending time with family is like so much more prioritized and it’s just like a breath of fresh air honestly.
How long have you been into the real world?
So, I started in December 2023, so about a year and a half.
What was it that brought you to the platform?
Um, so I was actually like going through a really rough time in my life. Um, and so I just decided that I needed a change. And my fiance had brought up, you know, he’s a big fan of Andrew Tate, like, “Oh, he has this school and he would send me videos.” And I was kind of like, “Ah, you send me videos all the time.” Whatever. But then I was intrigued, so I just decided to join. And honestly, I’m so glad I did.
Has he joined as well?
Uh, no, it’s just me.
What did you gravitate towards when you first entered the platform?
Um, so I like that it it’s stuff that the educational system doesn’t teach you. So, I actually went to school for neurobiology. Um, and while I was in college, I dropped out at COVID because we were doing all of our education online and doing statistics and stuff online is really difficult. So, I had already started entering like the entrepreneurial world. Um, I had done a lot of freelancing, but there was no guidance there. And that was something that really sucked. I didn’t have anyone that I could kind of go to and figure things out.
Are you making a steady income at this point?
Uh yeah. So, I have three steady clients and I’m just starting to bring more clients on.
What’s that bringing in? Like not an exact number, like what sort of monthly income does that bring for you?
Like roughly like probably right now with just the three clients about 5,000.
How do you find the communities in the real world?
I love it honestly because a lot of times in like the out I’m gonna say in the outside world I’ll feel like not on the same page as like friends or family um a lot of people don’t understand like why I think the way I do or why I just you know I have a three-year-old and everyone thinks I need to have like this set in stone brick you know normal life and it’s just not for me and everybody’s life can look different but I often feel judged because of that or like judge because of the decisions I’m making. And I don’t get that vibe at all in this community. It’s really everybody just lifting each other up.
Would you say that the real world has allowed you at this point here to be able to travel outside of the US?
1,000%. 1,000%. So, actually, um, when I first started the real world, so I used to before the real world and I told you that I was having a really rough time. Well, prior to that, I was living like my dream life. I lived in Florida. I lived on Sarasota Bay and I woke up to dolphins every morning. Um, me and my fiance had a G-Class and like a built GTR and we’re like living, you know, the life. Well, that all came crashing down and we literally lost everything. I think we had like a couple thousand dollars maybe and started all of it back up again.
Do you feel like you’ve come out of your shell a bit more?
Definitely my confidence. I’ve never been timid and I’ve never not been confident in myself. But I definitely when people are questioning my decisions and what I’m doing and if I’m, you know, making the right decisions and not only my career, but, you know, my career choices also impact my child and, you know, is this a good idea? Should you really be doing this? I I get that support that I need in the community because everyone is trying to attain this life to make the money to support themselves.
What would you say to the people who are hesitant about joining or not sure if they should or procrastination?
Okay. I am so sure of TRW. My son is three right now. by the time he is eight years old, he will be in the real world because that is I truly truly mean that. That is how much I believe in this program and it’s not just one campus. I mean it’s it’s in all of them. All the professors work extremely hard. I talk to students who are in all different campuses. Um the only reason you can fail in the real world is by not putting in the effort and being consistent yourself. And to be honest, like that’s a personal problem, not a platform problem.
Ashley Business Stats
Ashley has built a successful freelancing business that generates $5,000 monthly with just three steady clients. Her freelancing success has allowed her to travel Europe with her family while maintaining her income. Below are some key stats about her business journey.
- Monthly income: $5,000 with three clients
- Started freelancing during COVID after dropping out of neurobiology
- Joined The Real World platform in December 2023
- Currently expanding client base beyond initial three clients
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Monthly Revenue | $5,000 |
| Number of Clients | 3 |
| Started Year | 2023 |
| Business Category | Freelancing |
Ashley Method
Ashley achieved freelancing success through a combination of determination, overcoming fear, and leveraging the guidance and community of The Real World platform. Here’s how she built her business:
- Dropped out of neurobiology during COVID when education moved online
- Started freelancing initially without guidance or direction
- Joined The Real World platform to get structured guidance and mentorship
- Overcame fear of rejection and undervaluing her services
- Built confidence through community support and consistent effort
Ashley Tools
Ashley leveraged The Real World platform as her primary tool for freelancing success. The platform provided her with education, mentorship, and community support that were crucial to her journey.
- The Real World (TRW) – Provided structured guidance and education not available in traditional settings
- Community Support – Access to professors, captains, and fellow students for real-time help and accountability
- Digital Nomad Visa – Enabled her to travel Europe while maintaining her freelance business
Key Notes
Ashley’s journey offers several valuable insights for aspiring freelancers looking to achieve similar freelancing success. Her experience highlights the importance of mindset, community, and perseverance.
- Overcoming fear and self-doubt is crucial to freelancing success
- Having guidance and mentorship can accelerate your freelancing journey
- Community support provides accountability and encouragement during challenging times
- Freelancing can provide the freedom to design your ideal lifestyle
- Consistency and effort are the primary determinants of success in freelancing
Get Started in Just 5 Steps
If you’re inspired by Ashley’s freelancing success and want to start your own journey, follow these five steps to get started on your path to freelancing success:
- Identify your marketable skills based on your background and interests
- Join a structured program or platform like The Real World for guidance
- Overcome your fear of rejection and value your services appropriately
- Leverage community support for accountability and problem-solving
- Stay consistent and put in regular effort to grow your freelance business
Conclusion
Ashley’s journey from neurobiology student to successful freelancer earning $5,000 monthly demonstrates that with the right mindset, guidance, and community, freelancing success is achievable for anyone. Her story highlights the importance of overcoming fear, valuing your services appropriately, and leveraging support systems. The freedom she now enjoys to travel Europe with her family while maintaining her income is a testament to the possibilities that freelancing can offer.