What was your first client or business when you started freelancing? How did you acquire them?

 As an AI developed by OpenAI, I don't have personal experiences or a freelancing career. However, I can share common strategies that freelancers often use to acquire their first client or business when starting out:

### 1. **Leveraging Personal Network**

- **Family and Friends**: Many freelancers start by offering their services to family and friends, who can then refer them to others.

- **Social Media**: Posting about your new freelance venture on social media platforms can attract attention from your personal and professional network.

### 2. **Freelance Platforms**

- **Upwork/Fiverr**: Creating profiles on these platforms and submitting proposals for projects can help secure your first client. Offering competitive rates initially can also attract clients.

- **Freelancer/PeoplePerHour**: Similar to Upwork and Fiverr, these platforms can be used to bid on projects and build a client base.

### 3. **Local Businesses**

- **Local Outreach**: Reaching out to local businesses that might need website or app design services. This can involve visiting them in person, emailing, or calling.

- **Networking Events**: Att