The “Turning Skills Into Opportunities” seminar was conducted on 24 January 2026, afternoon and brought together professionals and early-stage service providers for an inspiring exploration of how expertise can be transformed into meaningful and sustainable income streams. Facilitated by Bekri Ahmedin, Founder of Netib Consult, the session offered participants a fresh perspective on their skills, encouraging them to see their knowledge and experience not only as professional assets but also as opportunities waiting to be intentionally shaped and positioned.

The seminar began with interactive reflections that helped participants identify their existing skills and the challenges they face in translating them into services beyond their current roles. Through guided discussions, participants explored common barriers such as uncertainty around packaging expertise, pricing services, attracting clients, and testing ideas while maintaining full-time employment. The open exchange of experiences and questions fostered a collaborative learning environment, allowing participants to learn from both the facilitator and one another.

Designed as an implementation-focused learning experience, the seminar equipped participants with practical insights and strategies to develop market-ready freelance and consulting offers at their own pace. Through real-life examples and interactive conversations, participants gained clarity, confidence, and direction in navigating freelancing and service provision. The session concluded with a renewed sense of possibility, leaving participants empowered to take intentional, realistic steps toward turning their skills into opportunities.

• Identifying and mapping professional skills that can be converted into services
• Structuring and packaging expertise into clear service offerings
• Understanding market readiness and basic pricing approaches
• Exploring accessible freelancing and consulting opportunities
• Designing a simple pilot project to test service ideas
• Strategies for starting a side service while maintaining full-time employment

• Every professional skill has potential value beyond traditional employment when positioned strategically
• Clarity in service definition is essential before seeking clients or setting prices
• Starting small through pilot projects reduces risk and builds confidence
• Freelancing and consulting can be pursued gradually without immediate career disruption
• Intentional career or business shifts require reflection, planning, and consistent action

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