FREELANCER SPOTLIGHT:Josh Velasco

At Freelance Insider, we share real stories from freelancers around the world. How they started, what they’ve built, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. This week’s spotlight features Josh Velasco, a Filipino agriculturist-turned-trader who built a new path through self-teaching, resilience, and purpose.

From Agriculture to a New Beginning

In 2019, Josh moved from the Philippines to New York with a background in agriculture and a future full of uncertainty. Like many immigrants, he started over in a new country. Just a few years later, in 2021, he began a freelance journey few expected. He became a self-taught trader in one of the most complex and intimidating industries.

With no formal training, no mentor, and no clear roadmap, Josh learned to trade on his own. He studied markets late at night, analyzed patterns on weekends, and pushed through a steep learning curve. It wasn’t fast. It wasn’t easy. But it was his.

What began as a personal pursuit of financial independence soon evolved into something more. He wanted to help others do the same, with less guesswork and more support.

The Birth of EarnFutures

Josh founded EarnFutures LLC to provide the kind of guidance he never had. His goal is to make trading education accessible, personalized, and grounded in real experience.

At EarnFutures, the focus isn’t just on charts and strategies. It’s on mindset, structure, and long-term habits. Josh understands that trading success is built through clarity, consistency, and confidence. He helps aspiring and active traders build those traits step by step.

“Every win was earned through trial and error. Every lesson came from experience.”

His work now reaches a growing community of learners who are looking for practical support, not quick wins. Whether someone is starting from scratch or refining their skills, Josh meets them where they are and helps them move forward.

A Freelance Career with Purpose

For Josh, freelancing isn’t just a career choice. It’s a mission. As a founder, educator, and independent trader, he continues to show what’s possible when you combine discipline, patience, and a willingness to figure things out on your own terms. His journey is proof that you don’t need credentials or connections to create something meaningful.

📍 New York, USA
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