Man Plan: How to Earn Money from IT (2025 Guide)
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MAN PLAN: How to Earn Money from IT
1. Choose Your Focus Area
First, pick the IT field you will master.
Examples:
- Website Development (freelance, agency, own projects)
- Mobile App Development (Android, iOS apps)
- SEO/Digital Marketing (rank websites, run ads)
- Cloud Computing & Server Management (AWS, Azure setup)
- Software Sales and Support (sell CRM, ERP, billing software)
- Cybersecurity Services (vulnerability testing, security audits)
- AI and Automation Tools (chatbots, data scraping, automations)
Tip: Start with one area you can learn fast and offer services.
2. Skill Up (Fast and Focused Learning)
- Take online courses (YouTube free tutorials, Udemy, Coursera)
- Practice by building small real-world projects
- Certifications (Optional but valuable – like Google, Microsoft, AWS)
3. Create a Service/Product
Once skilled, you need to create something to sell:
- Services: Website building, App development, SEO services, Server setup
- Products: Sell small digital tools, templates, apps, software subscriptions
4. Build an Online Presence
- Personal Website/Portfolio (show your skills and work)
- Social Media Pages (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook)
- Freelancing Platforms (Upwork, Fiverr, Freelancer)
- Local Networking (meet local business owners needing IT help)
5. Start Small (Real Money First)
- Offer small services to friends, local businesses
- Charge low first, but deliver high quality to build reputation
- Collect testimonials and reviews
Example:
“Make a website for a local shop for NPR 10,000-15,000.”
6. Scale Up
- Increase price as your experience grows
- Package your services (e.g., “Website + SEO + Hosting Setup”)
- Hire part-time helpers when workload increases
- Create subscription models (monthly maintenance, SEO, hosting plans)
7. Ideas to Earn Money in IT (Real List)
| Idea | Potential Monthly Earnings |
| Freelance Website Development | NPR 50,000+ |
| SEO Services for 5 Clients | NPR 1,00,000+ |
| App Development Projects | NPR 1,50,000+ |
| Selling WordPress Templates | NPR 30,000+ |
| Hosting + Website Packages | NPR 50,000+ |
| Server Management (AWS) | NPR 80,000+ |
| YouTube Tutorials (AdSense + Sponsorships) | NPR 20,000+ initially |
| Selling Small SaaS (software as a service) | Unlimited potential |
8. Important Mindset
- Consistency beats talent (keep working daily)
- Marketing is key (skill + marketing = sales)
- Learn sales skills (not just technical skills)
- Work smart and automate when possible (use tools)
- Don’t fear competition — focus on your unique style
Summary
| Step | Action |
| 1 | Pick your IT focus |
| 2 | Skill up fast |
| 3 | Offer service or create product |
| 4 | Build online presence |
| 5 | Start selling, even small |
| 6 | Scale up and package deals |
| 7 | Build multiple income streams |
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