Back when I was freelancing, life was tough. I had left my job hoping to find freedom, but freelancing wasn’t what I thought it would be. Each day was a struggle — clients paying late, projects piling up, and endless hours spent trying to make things work. I was tired, stressed, and honestly, just getting by. I knew there had to be more to life than this. That’s when I thought, “What if I started something of my own, something bigger?” And that’s how Next Hubz Limited began.
Taking the First Step
In 2021, I decided to take a risk. I used what little savings I had, found a small team of people who shared the same dream, and started Next Hubz Limited. Our goal was simple: build a company that wasn’t just about “getting projects done” but about making a real difference for our clients. But starting a company wasn’t easy. Clients didn’t come to us; we had to go after them, pitch our services again and again, and face lots of rejection.
One of the hardest hits came when we almost signed a big client, Smart Overseas Company, only to have the deal fall through at the last moment. We had put so much effort into preparing, hoping this project would be our big break, but it didn’t work out. It was a tough moment, but instead of giving up, we decided to change direction. Instead of trying to do everything, we would focus on what we were best at: eCommerce and building solid websites for other businesses.
The First Wins
Our new focus started to pay off. Our first big project was SufiSolution.com, a website for a digital marketing agency. This wasn’t just another project for us — it was a chance to prove we could create something valuable. Working with Sufi Solution allowed us to show our skills, and their trust in us boosted our confidence. This project showed others what we could do and became a stepping stone to bigger opportunities.
Then came WebStreetSEO.com, a multi-vendor platform built in Laravel. This project was huge for us. Building a platform where different vendors could manage their stores was challenging, but we poured everything we had into it. When it launched successfully, we knew we had something special. Both of these projects showed potential clients that we could handle complex projects, and they became key examples of our work.
More Setbacks and Pushing Through
Just when things seemed to be improving, another client pulled out at the last minute. It was a blow to our finances, but this time, we didn’t let it shake us. We kept moving forward, focusing on building our reputation and sharing our successes with more people. Each project taught us something new, and every setback helped us become stronger.
Finally Turning the Corner
By mid-2023, everything changed. Clients started reaching out to us because they’d heard about our work. We didn’t have to chase every lead anymore; people were coming to us. The projects with SufiSolution.com and WebStreetSEO.com were out there for others to see, and the momentum kept building. We expanded our team, added people who believed in our mission, and for the first time, I felt like we were truly succeeding.
Looking Back
Now, when I look at where Next Hubz is today, I feel incredibly thankful. It wasn’t an easy journey, and there were plenty of times I wanted to quit. But every failure, every long night, every stressful project made us who we are today. We grew from a small team of freelancers into a company that makes a real impact for our clients.
For anyone stuck in the freelancing grind, wondering if there’s something better out there, know this: the hard times are part of the journey. If you stay focused, keep learning, and believe in what you’re building, you’ll make it. That’s our story at Next Hubz, and if we could do it, so can you.
Taking the First Step
In 2021, I decided to take a risk. I used what little savings I had, found a small team of people who shared the same dream, and started Next Hubz Limited. Our goal was simple: build a company that wasn’t just about “getting projects done” but about making a real difference for our clients. But starting a company wasn’t easy. Clients didn’t come to us; we had to go after them, pitch our services again and again, and face lots of rejection.
One of the hardest hits came when we almost signed a big client, Smart Overseas Company, only to have the deal fall through at the last moment. We had put so much effort into preparing, hoping this project would be our big break, but it didn’t work out. It was a tough moment, but instead of giving up, we decided to change direction. Instead of trying to do everything, we would focus on what we were best at: eCommerce and building solid websites for other businesses.
The First Wins
Our new focus started to pay off. Our first big project was SufiSolution.com, a website for a digital marketing agency. This wasn’t just another project for us — it was a chance to prove we could create something valuable. Working with Sufi Solution allowed us to show our skills, and their trust in us boosted our confidence. This project showed others what we could do and became a stepping stone to bigger opportunities.
Then came WebStreetSEO.com, a multi-vendor platform built in Laravel. This project was huge for us. Building a platform where different vendors could manage their stores was challenging, but we poured everything we had into it. When it launched successfully, we knew we had something special. Both of these projects showed potential clients that we could handle complex projects, and they became key examples of our work.
More Setbacks and Pushing Through
Just when things seemed to be improving, another client pulled out at the last minute. It was a blow to our finances, but this time, we didn’t let it shake us. We kept moving forward, focusing on building our reputation and sharing our successes with more people. Each project taught us something new, and every setback helped us become stronger.
Finally Turning the Corner
By mid-2023, everything changed. Clients started reaching out to us because they’d heard about our work. We didn’t have to chase every lead anymore; people were coming to us. The projects with SufiSolution.com and WebStreetSEO.com were out there for others to see, and the momentum kept building. We expanded our team, added people who believed in our mission, and for the first time, I felt like we were truly succeeding.
Looking Back
Now, when I look at where Next Hubz is today, I feel incredibly thankful. It wasn’t an easy journey, and there were plenty of times I wanted to quit. But every failure, every long night, every stressful project made us who we are today. We grew from a small team of freelancers into a company that makes a real impact for our clients.
For anyone stuck in the freelancing grind, wondering if there’s something better out there, know this: the hard times are part of the journey. If you stay focused, keep learning, and believe in what you’re building, you’ll make it. That’s our story at Next Hubz, and if we could do it, so can you.
Dislike ads? Become a Fastlane member:
Subscribe today and surround yourself with winners and millionaire mentors, not those broke friends who only want to drink beer and play video games. :-)
Access Restricted: Unlock 1,000,000+ Posts
Stop Peeking Through the Keyhole.
Open the Door.
You hit a wall because the best advice isn't free—it's earned. Since 2007, MJ DeMarco has been active here daily (99.9% active rate), building a war room for entrepreneurs who refuse to settle for mediocrity.
- Active Daily: Life-changing content posted dozens of times every day. No dead threads.
- MJ's Inner Circle: Direct access to the author of The Millionaire Fastlane.
- Vetted Network: Connect with founders scaling to 7 and 8 figures.
- Proven Roadmaps: Strategy over motivation. Execution over "hustle porn."
"SCALED TO 6-FIGURE MONTHS"
"Tips and advice here saved me from huge mistakes, others allowed me to scale my business to 6-figure months."— User MitchC
"INSANE QUALITY OF PEOPLE"
"The number of high quality people I've met from this forum has been insane. All of it predicated on building real value."— User Richard Peck
"You are the average of the five people you surround yourself with."
Are you surrounding yourself with success?
