Yesterday, amidst the hustle of my daily routine as an eLearning Instructional Designer, I stumbled upon a beacon of opportunity that momentarily paused the ticking clock of my busy schedule. It was a job alert from Fiverr, shining brightly on my screen with a title that seemed to have been crafted with me in mind: “Revamp UX & UI of eLearning Platform for Optimal Learning & Sales: WordPress, Elementor, LearnDash/WooCommerce, $1K Budget – Japan”. This piqued my curiosity to the point where I couldn’t help but dive deeper into what this job entailed.
The job posting immediately resonated with me, intertwining my professional expertise with my passion for creating engaging eLearning experiences. What stood out was not just the technological stack – WordPress, Elementor, and LearnDash, all tools in my arsenal – but also the creative challenge it posed. The task was to overhaul an eLearning platform’s UX and UI to enhance both the learning experience and sales. Moreover, the project’s setting in Japan offered an exciting cultural dimension to the work, making the opportunity even more appealing.
“Every project is a new journey. This one promised a path I was eager to explore, blending familiar landscapes with uncharted territories.”
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As I delved into the memories of a past project that mirrored this opportunity, a sense of nostalgia mixed with excitement washed over me. I had once taken on a similar challenge, revamping a basic eLearning platform on a tight budget. It was a project that had pushed me to my limits, leading to countless nights of coding and design, all fueled by the desire to create an intuitive, engaging learning environment. The satisfaction of seeing my work come to life and positively impact user engagement was unparalleled.
The original job post outlined the need for a visionary to bring a fresh perspective to their eLearning platform. With a focus on WordPress, Elementor, LearnDash, and WooCommerce, the project aimed to elevate the user experience while boosting sales. The mention of hosting on a VPS on OVH and the openness to using various dashboard plugins and Elementor addons indicated a level of flexibility and modernity in their approach. It was clear they were ready to invest in talent that could transform their vision into reality, with a budget of $1,000 set aside for the endeavor.
Conclusion
After careful consideration, I had to respect my professional ethos – to engage in projects that align with my expertise and offer fair compensation. Despite the allure of this job, the budget did not align with the value I knew I could bring. It was a tough decision, but one that underscored the importance of knowing your worth as a freelancer.
Or is it a Pass?
In the end, I decided to pass on this opportunity. However, my response to the hiring manager was crafted to leave the door open for future collaboration. I expressed my genuine interest in their project and my decision to step back due to the budget constraints. I wished them success in their search and left them with the assurance that I would be more than willing to consider future projects with a scope that matched my skill level and financial expectations.
Thank you for reading. If this post sparked interest or if you’re keen on discussing how we can work together on an eLearning project, feel free to reach out via fiverr.com/an802adam. Here, we can leverage Fiverr’s seamless communication tools or even hop on a Zoom call to brainstorm and bring your vision to life.
Let’s connect!
Let’s chat sometime if your interested in working together on a project! I enjoy geeking out over tech used in eLearning courses and am always excited to expand my team with people who are passionate about what they do. So if you need an eLearning course designed, or your a Graphic Artist, or Project Manager, or a fellow ID, I’m interested in chatting with you.
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Thoughts
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